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Common Sense Media releases AI toolkit for school districts

July 11, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Educators need practical, easy-to-use tools that support thoughtful AI planning, decision-making, and implementation in school districts.

Common Sense Media has released its first AI Toolkit for School Districts, which gives districts of all sizes a structured, action-oriented guide for implementing AI safely, responsibly, and effectively.

STEM & STEAM Trends

5 fun STEM learning resources for summer engagement

June 16, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Online STEM learning resources help students students explore, experiment, and grow intellectually over the summer.

While this summer slide affects all subject areas, STEM learning is particularly vulnerable, especially when students lack access to hands-on experiences or engaging resources.

College and Career Readiness

Many states picked diploma pathways over high school exit exams. Did students benefit?

June 13, 2025 by Kalyn Belsha, Chalkbeat

Diploma pathways appear to have helped more students who aren’t college-bound to graduate, but they also have created new issues.

When 18-year-old Edgar Brito thinks about what he’ll do in the future, mechanical engineering is high on the list. The senior at Washington state’s Toppenish High School first…

AI in Education

AI prompt engineering: A critical new skillset for 21st-century teachers

June 4, 2025June 4, 2025 by Timothy Montalvo, Iona University

Prompt engineering is not just about using AI--it’s about using it wisely, ethically, and creatively in teaching and learning.

Prompt engineering--the ability to craft precise, thoughtful inputs for AI tools to produce effective outputs--is quickly becoming an essential skill in modern education. More than a technical trick,…

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ASU Preparatory Academy Educators Enhance Stem Knowledge at Inaugural Microspark Conference

March 5, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

TEMPE, Arizona – Educators with a passion for STEM learning gathered with their peers and industry leaders at the inaugural ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Rural areas are poised for unique STEM education, but need more resources

February 25, 2025 by Hannah Fuller, National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Inequitable access to broadband in rural areas creates challenges for digital literacy in work and life, including STEM education.

A new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine offers a road map for increasing access to STEM education opportunities and workforce development for students in rural…

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Students Explore STEM with Engineers

February 21, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Middletown, PA – Phoenix Contact engineers head back into the classroom this week to teach sixth-grade science class at Middletown ... Read more

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FREE Online Professional Learning for Middle Grade STEM Educators

February 10, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Through October 2025, the Institute for the Study of Resilience in Youth ( ISRY) invites grade 6 to 8 STEM ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Using free resources to connect the environment to education

February 26, 2025February 6, 2025 by Merek Chang, Hacienda La Puente Unified School District

Drawing connections between classroom topics and industries through project-based learning better prepares students to think critically.

As a National Board-Certified Teacher, I love incorporating media literacy, environmental literacy, and civic engagement into my teaching. I want my students to think critically about how things…

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Iowa STEM Scale-Up Funding Again Available for Drone Education

January 2, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

BOISE, Idaho (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PCS Edventures!, Inc., (PCSV) a leading provider of K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Want to improve STEM education? Here’s how

December 17, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Robust, systemic change across the education system is needed to achieve major improvements in STEM education outcomes for students.

Federal agencies, states, and school districts should develop robust methods to expand the use of promising innovations that can improve STEM education from pre-K through high school.

STEM & STEAM Trends

5 approaches that engage middle school students in STEM learning

December 2, 2024 by Laura Ascione

As students progress through middle school, STEM learning should focus on building curiosity, confidence, and foundational skills.

Creating engaging STEM learning experiences in middle school is essential to spark curiosity, build foundational skills, and foster a love for STEM topics--and potentially encourage students to pursue…

Coding and Robotics

Using robots to teach creativity, collaboration, and self-confidence

November 27, 2024 by Hunter McConnell, Jacksonville ISD

As they engage with robots, students build essential skills and gain engineering experience as they gain creativity and collaboration skills.

At Jacksonville Independent School District we like to combine social-emotional learning with coding education. Here’s how it has worked since we introduced virtual robotics at our middle school.

STEM & STEAM Trends

Early STEM career awareness drives future success for students–and the economy

November 25, 2024 by Jerry Wooden, eDynamic Learning

Engaging, career-connected STEM learning opportunities spark students' interest in emerging technologies and in-demand STEM careers.

With career interests and aspirations forming as early as age 10, the middle grades are the ideal time to start making connections between students’ academic work and their…

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Schools and Districts Nationwide Partner with TinkRworks to Engage Students in STEAM Project-Based Learning

November 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

ELMHURST, Ill. — As educators work to increase access and opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), a growing ... Read more

Dallas Independent School District Approves CoderZ and RoboXFor Pre-engineering and Robotics Certification Programs

November 8, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

DERRY, N.H. – Intelitek and CoderZ, an Intelitek company, announced today that the Dallas Independent School District has approved the CoderZ coding platform and the RoboX 3D simulation platform for the district’s ... Read more

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Free STEM Resources from Discovery Education and Partners Support National STEM Day 2024

November 7, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC — For observances of National STEM Day 2024, global edtech leader Discovery Education and select partners offer a ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Despite rising interest in STEM, girls face persistent obstacles

October 23, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

A new report reveals that internal factors outweigh demographics in shaping girls' STEM trajectories and longevity in the subject.

While efforts to increase girls' interest and participation in STEM learning and careers are working, girls still confront significant obstacles in STEM endeavors, leading to drops in their…

STEM & STEAM Trends

PAEMST honors teachers in communities like yours

October 2, 2024 by Content Provided by The National Science Foundation

The PAEMST is the top honor bestowed by the U.S. Government upon K-12 STEM teachers across the country--a milestone achievement.

As a school leader, you know better than anyone that teachers are the backbone of your school. Their commitment to serving the next generation and their dedication to…

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GMB Announces New Brand Centered on Creating Abundance in Education

August 14, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Holland, Michigan – GMB, a planning, architecture, engineering, enrollment marketing, and branding firm serving schools and universities, has announced a ... Read more

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PCS Edventures! Announces Results for Fiscal Year 2024

July 1, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

BOISE, Idaho (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PCS Edventures!, Inc. (“PCSV”), a leading provider of K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (“STEM”) ... Read more

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Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction

June 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

STEM learning essential, helping students develop skills such as critical thinking and problem solving–skills that will help them be successful ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction

June 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Educators don't have to shy away from engineering--it's a STEM component that works across core content areas

Engineering and the engineering design process, when incorporated into classrooms correctly, can increase student engagement and subject matter understanding.

Top Approaches to Skill Building for Future-Ready Students

July 24, 2024April 30, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Integrating STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) subjects into curricula—from K-12 to higher ed levels—is essential in meeting the modern ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Empowering girls with STEM education to build tomorrow’s tech industry

April 29, 2024 by Elaine Marion, ePlus

STEM education programs must prioritize creating inclusive environments where girls feel encouraged to explore, take risks, and dream big.

All too often, female students are underrepresented in STEM classes. As a result, girls and young women have a hard time exploring the subjects and picturing themselves in…

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SME Education Foundation Expands Manufacturing and Engineering Opportunities to 15K Additional Michigan Students

April 18, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — More Michigan students will have access to new advanced manufacturing technology and training through the ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Museum of Science, Boston releases equity-oriented engineering curricula

February 29, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Youth Engineering Solutions (YES) brings the creativity and expertise of the Museum of Science into classrooms with engaging engineering curricula focused on equity.

Bringing public science learning beyond its onsite exhibits and programs, the Museum of Science, Boston has launched a collection of preK-8 engineering and STEM curricula designed to engage…

STEM & STEAM Trends

Friday 5: STEAM education in action

February 16, 2024 by Laura Ascione

STEAM education offers students many opportunities to develop in-demand skills needed for a growing workforce.

STEAM education--science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics--prepares students for success beyond high school by helping them develop much-needed durable skills such as critical thinking and problem-solving.

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Frontline Education Announces Chris Tonas as Chief Technology Officer

December 19, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Malvern, Pa. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today announced ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Here’s why STEM Career Days are a great idea

November 29, 2023November 17, 2023 by Brian Consiglio, University of Missouri News and Information Team

High school students who attended STEM Career Days were far more likely to pursue STEM-related careers than those who did not participate.

When colleges host ‘STEM Career Days,’ the students who attend are far more likely to pursue a career in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) related field.

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Carnegie Learning Awarded LEVI Grant to Double the Rate of Middle School Math Progress by 2027

November 3, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Pittsburgh, PA – Carnegie Learning, a pioneer in AI-driven education technology, curriculum, and professional learning solutions for K-12, has been ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Building a representative STEM pipeline needs to start in kindergarten

October 25, 2023October 24, 2023 by Dr. Gregory Quarles, CEO, Applied Energetics

Efforts to fulfill a STEM pipeline cannot begin in college--we need more thoughtfulness and action occurring in K-12.

I believe that the low supply of STEM professionals can be attributed to significant barriers to entry originating in educational settings--this is to no fault of teachers and…

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Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Launches Sister Schools Program Across Four States and the Territory of Puerto Rico

October 24, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. –The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) today announced the launch of the ALAS Sister Schools Program, ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

3 best practices to create a STEM-focused school

October 23, 2023 by Ashish Vadalia, STEM Program Manager, Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation

An educator shares tips and strategies to create a STEM-focused school to help students build STEM skills for career and life.

The benefits of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education are numerous, and one would be hard-pressed to find a school district that doesn’t have a project, initiative,…

AI in Education

Transhumanism and AI in education: Revolutionary leap or ethical abyss?

December 12, 2023August 17, 2023 by Russell Cailey, Managing Director, THINK Learning Studio

Education is at the start of an AI journey that demands technological innovation and ethical courage as it navigates transhumanism.

We collectively stand in the beginning stages of academic and technological innovation. Universities and labs across the globe are stirring a revolution. Transhumanism, a philosophy advocating for human…

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Cae Announces Multiyear Partnership with Project Lead The Way

August 3, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

NEW YORK – The Council for Aid to Education, Inc. (CAE), a leader in designing innovative performance tasks for measurement and instruction of ... Read more

AI in Education

Prompt engineering: Cultivating curiosity in the age of AI

December 12, 2023June 22, 2023 by Russell Cailey, Managing Director, THINK Learning Studio

AI will facilitate personalized learning and empower educators to effectively identify and address individual student needs.

Some of my most distinct memories from high school involve struggling to grasp abstract concepts without visual or interactive tools. When I was a high school student, technology…

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AeroFarms Celebrates World Environment Day with Bronx School PS 85

June 13, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Newark, New Jersey (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AeroFarms®, a Certified B Corporation and leader in indoor vertical farming, will celebrate World ... Read more

Increase Student Engagement with 21 Hands-On Science Experiments

October 11, 2023June 7, 2023 by Jeff Festa

Download 21 educator-tested experiments to engage your students in hands-on science learning with Vernier technology. This e-book includes experiments in ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

4 ideas to consider when designing a STEM lab

May 25, 2023 by Catherine Ellis, Educational Specialist, Avantis Education

A STEM lab is a learning environment where students, irrespective of grade, can come together and actively participate in hands-on or practical STEM learning

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education is focused on developing students’ skills and connecting these subject areas, preparing them for future careers and the real world. It’s…

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