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2026 prediction: AI may unleash the most entrepreneurial generation we’ve ever seen

January 27, 2026 by Thomas Arnett, Clayton Christensen Institute

Today's students are future innovators in a landscape where powerful new tools of creation--AI--are sitting right in front of them.

Picture someone sitting at a kitchen table after the kids are finally in bed, laptop open, half-drunk mug of herbal tea nearby. For years, she has had a…

K-12 Cybersecurity

Resilient learning begins with Zero Trust and cyber preparedness

November 25, 2025 by Gary Barlet, Illumio

Even in districts with limited staff and funding, schools can take important steps toward stronger security with Zero Trust and cybersecurity

The U.K.’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) recently warned of a surge in cyberattacks from “insider threats”--student hackers motivated by dares and challenges--leading to breaches across schools.

Counslr Launches in Schools Across the Country to Increase Mental Health Care Access

August 12, 2025 by ESchool Media Contributors

New York, NY, August 12, 2025 – Counslr, a leading mental health and wellness platform, announced today that it has expanded its ... Read more

K-12 Cybersecurity

5 cybersecurity green flags: A practical guide for sourcing edtech

August 1, 2025 by Ben Johnson, Prodigy Education

Every school district can take meaningful, manageable steps to reduce risk, establish guardrails, and build trust with cybersecurity.

Although educators are excited to innovate, school leaders must weigh every new app or online platform against cybersecurity risks and the responsibility of protecting student data.

Education Policy & Funding

How the FY25 funding freeze impacts students across America

July 24, 2025 by Staff and wire services reports

AASA survey results from 628 superintendents across 43 states reveal the real-world impact of the FY25 federal funding freeze.

Communities across the nation began the budget process for the 2025-2026 school year after Congress passed the FY25 Continuing Resolution on March 14, 2025.

K-12 Cybersecurity

Rethinking K-12 cyber strategies amid federal budget cuts

July 21, 2025 by Gary Barlet, Illumio

Incremental but intentional steps to strengthen cyber hygiene help school districts improve their security posture and realize savings.

The recent suspension of the K-12 Cybersecurity Government Coordinating Council marks a pivotal shift in how the nation’s public school systems manage cybersecurity.

Edtech Trends

Districts are more selective about edtech tools as they face a budget crisis

July 9, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

A new report offers a comprehensive view of how districts are navigating the crowded and complex landscape of edtech tools.

As districts grapple with mounting financial pressures, a new report notes a noticeable shift in edtech strategy as leaders prioritize impact over volume, demanding stronger alignment with institutional…

Newsline

Ignite Reading Again Approved as 1:1 High-Dosage Early Literacy Tutoring Provider in Massachusetts

September 4, 2025June 13, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

BOSTON — Ignite Reading — a Science of Reading-based virtual tutoring program serving students in 18 states nationwide — today ... Read more

Improve, Secure, and Control Cellular Coverage in All Your Schools…

June 11, 2025April 9, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Over 70 K–12 school systems across the country have deployed Wi-DAS, a standards-based, budget-friendly solution that works with your ... Read more

Protect More, Improve ROI: Extend Device Life and School Budgets

July 16, 2025March 13, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Maximize your school’s budget with durable cases that minimize costly repairs from accidental drops. With a longer device life ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Libraries Offer Free Tutoring as Schools Cut Back Services

February 26, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

As schools navigate budget constraints and tutoring programs are reduced, families are seeking reliable academic support for their students. With ... Read more

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Quality over quantity: Rethinking edtech time in the classroom

February 5, 2025 by Dr. James Lane, PDK International & Educators Rising

Great teachers know how to thoughtfully integrate and fuse digital resources and edtech into their practices in ways that motivate students.

Districts nationwide are staring down budget deficits and dwindling reserves now that stimulus funds have wound down, forcing superintendents to make difficult decisions about what to cut, what…

District Management

K-12 facilities managers eye efficiency, streamlined budgets

September 26, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Many K-12 facilities managers cite budget constraints and aging infrastructure as concerns in district efficiency and cost reduction.

K-12 facilities managers are emphasizing efficiency and cost savings as they stare down the twin challenges of aging infrastructure and budget constraints, according to a new survey by…

Use E-Rate funding for managed solutions to drive student success

September 25, 2024September 24, 2024 by Jeff Festa

K-12 schools face persistent budget challenges related to today’s escalating technology demands. For more than25 years, the E-Rate program ... Read more

District Management

Tech investments determine school success

July 3, 2024 by Thomas Pollard, Brother International Corporation

The diversity of printers and printing devices within a district leads to challenges for IT departments and budgetary concerns for schools.

In recent years, school system leadership has been confronted with many complex decisions, ranging from security concerns and public health crises to budgetary constraints and the diverse needs of students, faculty,…

Education Policy & Funding

The clock is ticking on ESSER funds

June 20, 2024 by Jim Grady, Alvaraz and Marsal

The impending deadline represents a moment to recall the magnitude of federal ESSER funds and where the program stands.

Superintendents in the middle of the budget-setting process need to be aware: with the ESSER Funds soon to go away, reporting, supplementing, and storytelling their pandemic-related expenses will be key for…

Education Policy & Funding

Six tips for districts to avoid the next funding cliff

January 27, 2025June 3, 2024 by Content Provided by Digital Promise

Effectively navigating the impending funding cliff requires planning to ensure teachers and learners have the tools and access they need.

For school and district technology leaders, the end of the school year also means the end of billions of dollars of federal COVID-19 relief funding that was available…

IT Innovations

9 in 10 K-12 tech leaders predict surge in IT workload

April 9, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Despite growing challenges and smaller budgets, K-12 tech leaders remain focused on maintaining student device access and 1:1 initiatives.

Nine out of ten K-12 tech leaders expect their IT asset inventories will grow in 2024, while almost half (48 percent) predict their IT budgets will diminish, according…

Education Policy & Funding

It’s budget season: How are you preparing for the fiscal cliff?

March 20, 2024 by Elizabeth Orme

District leaders should embrace final ESSER dollars for shedding systemic clutter as they prepare for the fiscal cliff and budget challenges.

The imminent end of ESSER funding has pushed school districts to a critical juncture, compelling them to confront budget deficits for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year before the…

IT Innovations

How to direct a districtwide tech transformation on a budget

March 7, 2024 by Dr. April Kay Vauss

A superintendent explains how she navigated a district tech transformation for her classrooms (and teachers) without breaking the bank.

I have been with the district for 20 years, though I didn’t become the superintendent until April 2020. When I came into the office, I had a tech-focused…

Your ultimate school media buying guide is here. Find the perfect mix of print and digital resources for your students.

May 15, 2024February 20, 2024 by Jeff Festa

The most effective way to ensure literacy success in the classroom is to utilize a plan that involves both print ... Read more

IT Innovations

Solving the IT staffing challenge in K-12 education

December 12, 2023December 11, 2023 by Al Kingsley, CEO, NetSupport

The lack of IT talent is a problem for all organizations, but IT staffing challenges place an especially large burden on K-12 school systems.

Even in the best of times, K-12 school districts often have a tough time recruiting and retaining IT employees, as it can be hard for budget-conscious districts to…

Education Policy & Funding

How to find the right edtech tools for public schools

November 29, 2023 by Nadav Avni, CMO, Radix Technologies

Discover the ideal edtech tools for public schools, even with limited funding--navigate the landscape of educational technology on a budget.

Do public schools have the means to adopt the latest edtech for modern teaching? After all, the days of chalkboards and lightbulb-powered screen projectors are long gone. And…

A charter school gets e-learning up to speed with a modern WiFi solution

February 4, 2025October 4, 2023 by Jeff Festa

The mission at The Academy of Hope, a public charter school for kindergarten through eighth grade, is to maximize ... Read more

K-12 Cybersecurity

4 back-to-school cybersecurity tips

December 11, 2023August 15, 2023 by James Turgal, VP of Cyber Risk, Strategy & Board Relations, Optiv

By focusing on achievable cybersecurity basics, schools can fight back by building a solid security and resilience foundation.

Due to budget and resource constraints, many schools and other academic organizations are only able to implement very basic cybersecurity tools and processes, and this leaves them extremely…

K-12 Cybersecurity

Are ransomware attacks the new snow days?

July 11, 2023 by Jon Miller, CEO & Co-Founder, Halcyon

In an alarming turn of events, school ransomware attacks are likely to cause more school closures than weather-related incidents.

In early January, the Des Moines Public Schools, the largest school district in the state of Iowa, fell victim to a ransomware attack that forced the district to…

District Management

4 best practices to support and retain school leaders

July 28, 2023June 30, 2023 by Robin Winder, Senior Director of Instruction, FlexPoint Education Cloud & Florida Virtual School

Ensuring your school leaders feel supported helps cultivate a sense of community, leading to an increase in retention rates.

For new school leaders, the first few weeks on the job can feel overwhelming. As a former principal, I know that leaders can only be effective when the…

Education Policy & Funding

Investing in classroom collaboration tools? 3 things to know

May 26, 2023 by Dan Deem, Vice President, Airtame

Maximizing the effectiveness of a classroom collaboration investment requires careful consideration of all available options and benefits.

Modern technological advancements affect virtually every area of daily life, and today’s educational institutions are looking to new digital tools to help improve student achievement and engagement while…

Computer Science Education

What is computer science education lacking?

February 23, 2023 by Alex Yelenevych, Co-Founder and CMO/CPO, CodeGym.cc

There is no one answer to why computer science education isn't more widespread--but many of the obstacles are surmountable

The evolving needs of the IT workforce are constantly discussed--even people who are far from it understand the constantly growing needs for computer science. And yet, U.S. high…

Key strategies to fund & grow your digital resource collection

May 17, 2023January 20, 2023 by Jeff Festa

Our report, How to Fund and Grow Your Digital Resources Collection, shows you how to use COVID-19 relief funding options ... Read more

IT Innovations

5 tools every school tech director should use

December 5, 2022October 26, 2022 by Charlie Sander, CEO, ManagedMethods

In order to optimize their school and district's network security, school tech leaders should use tools and resources strategically

Teaching methods have changed dramatically over the last few years, leading to numerous electronic resources entering the classroom. This makes school IT a formidable challenge—security experts have to…

Newsline

Digital On-Demand Class Sets for Required Curriculum Books Now Available in Sora Student Reading App

August 29, 2022 by ESchool News Staff

CLEVELAND – To help educators provide students with the books they need as efficiently as possible, OverDrive Education announced the ... Read more

K-12 Cybersecurity

3 collaborative strategies to bolster cybersecurity

December 5, 2022August 4, 2022 by Michael Webb, CTO, Identity Automation

Curriculum and IT leaders can work together to ensure strong cybersecurity practices as they strive to protect sensitive data and information

There are a few helpful benchmarks that can assist IT administrators in their ever-evolving quest to bolster cybersecurity measures and limit schools’ exposure to pervasive attacks.

Computer Science Education

How we created a computer science curriculum in 5 steps

December 7, 2022April 13, 2022 by Erin Naylor, Instructional Specialist, Metropolitan School District of Pike Township

From building on existing courses to finding funding sources, here’s how my district successfully build a K-5 computer science curriculum.

Even with a strict budget, limited teacher expertise in computer science, and the chaos of a pandemic, the Metropolitan School District of Pike Township (MSDPT) launched a comprehensive…

Teacher Professional Development

3 ways educators can leverage videos

December 5, 2022April 4, 2022 by Don Rescigno, CEO, Insight ADVANCE

video practices help teachers grow their teaching

As Covid-19’s Omicron variant is pushing some school districts back into distance learning, teachers may be frustrated at the return ... Read more

District Management

Newsline

OverDrive Education Donates Juvenile & Young Adult Titles to Schools Worldwide

September 1, 2021 by ESchool News Staff

CLEVELAND – September 1, 2021 – To help schools meet growing demand for digital content without increasing budget, OverDrive Education ... Read more

2026 prediction: AI may unleash the most entrepreneurial generation we’ve ever seen

Resilient learning begins with Zero Trust and cyber preparedness

Counslr Launches in Schools Across the Country to Increase Mental Health Care Access

5 cybersecurity green flags: A practical guide for sourcing edtech

How the FY25 funding freeze impacts students across America

Rethinking K-12 cyber strategies amid federal budget cuts

Districts are more selective about edtech tools as they face a budget crisis

Ignite Reading Again Approved as 1:1 High-Dosage Early Literacy Tutoring Provider in Massachusetts

Libraries Offer Free Tutoring as Schools Cut Back Services

Quality over quantity: Rethinking edtech time in the classroom

K-12 facilities managers eye efficiency, streamlined budgets

Tech investments determine school success

The clock is ticking on ESSER funds

Six tips for districts to avoid the next funding cliff

9 in 10 K-12 tech leaders predict surge in IT workload

It’s budget season: How are you preparing for the fiscal cliff?

How to direct a districtwide tech transformation on a budget

Solving the IT staffing challenge in K-12 education

How to find the right edtech tools for public schools

4 back-to-school cybersecurity tips

Are ransomware attacks the new snow days?

4 best practices to support and retain school leaders

Investing in classroom collaboration tools? 3 things to know

What is computer science education lacking?

5 tools every school tech director should use

Digital On-Demand Class Sets for Required Curriculum Books Now Available in Sora Student Reading App

3 collaborative strategies to bolster cybersecurity

How we created a computer science curriculum in 5 steps

3 ways educators can leverage videos

Why evidence-based solutions are critical for edtech buying

OverDrive Education Donates Juvenile & Young Adult Titles to Schools Worldwide

Why interactive solutions are a smarter investment for schools

School Specialty Expands Learning Beyond the Screen with New Outdoor Furniture Line

Avantis Education Transforms Classroom Inclusivity with Launch of EduverseTHRIVE at TCEA 2026

Lerner Publishing Group Launches Dr. Gholdy Muhammad’s Genius and Joy Curriculum

School Specialty LLC Announces Acquisition of Nasco Education U.S.

100 Learning Spaces Transformed, $5 Million Invested: School Specialty and College Football Playoff Foundation Celebrate Impact Across Schools Nationwide

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