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College student-athletes are building brands, signing sponsorship deals, and mastering social media—all while staying enrolled full-time.

The 2026 U.S. News school rankings reveal key trends in how elementary and middle schools perform on achievement, equity, and statewide comparisons.

Middle school classrooms are turning to Generative AI as a partner for brainstorming, problem-solving, and project-based learning across subjects.

Explore how AI, device management, demographics, and school safety are shaping K–12 and higher education in this week’s roundup of stories that matter.

Schools face aging Chromebooks, missing devices, and rising security risks—pushing K–12 leaders to rethink sustainable device management in 1:1 programs.

US schools face declining enrollment as population drops, prompting districts to adapt funding, staffing, and educational strategies for a changing future

Community colleges face major demographic, funding, and workforce shifts. A new AACC report urges resilient redesign to protect access, equity, and local impact

Elementary teachers are using generative AI to spark curiosity, support literacy, and teach safe digital habits from the very first grade.

Sesame Street has shaped generations, boosting early learning, SEL, and school readiness. Here’s how this iconic show still influences education today.