K-12 Technology News

Here you'll find the latest news from the education technology world, from the newest hardware and software releases to policy and funding updates to research reports to school and district tech initiatives. Looking for more in-depth coverage of important topics? Be sure to visit our Features page.


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Google Introduces Its Most Advanced AI Model Yet

Google has launched Gemini 2.5 Pro Experimental, a new artificial intelligence model designed to reason through problems before delivering answers, a shift that marks a major leap in AI capability, according to the company.

  • 03/28/25
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McGraw Hill Acquires Essaypop Digital Learning Tool

Education company McGraw Hill has announced the acquisition of Essaypop, a cloud-based writing tool that will enhance the former's portfolio of personalized learning capabilities.

  • 03/25/25
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For Ed Tech Leaders, Student Data Privacy Is Critical — But Missing from the Job Description

A new report from CoSN examines gaps and opportunities in student data privacy at schools and districts across the country.

  • 03/24/25
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Studyfetch AI Tool Generates Video Explanations Based on Course Materials

AI-powered studying and learning platform Studyfetch has introduced Imagine Explainers, a new video creator that utilizes artificial intelligence to generate 10- to 60-minute explainer videos for any topic.

  • 03/24/25
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Google to Acquire Cloud Security Firm Wiz in $32 Billion Deal

Google has announced it will acquire cloud security startup Wiz for $32 billion. If completed, the acquisition — an all-cash deal — would mark the largest in Google's history.

  • 03/21/25
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Discovery Education Announces Updates to Experience, DreamBox Math

K-12 learning solution provider Discovery Education has announced enhancements to its Discovery Education Experience and DreamBox Math products, designed to create a more personalized, engaging learning experience for students.

  • 03/21/25
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CIS Study Finds 82% of K-12 Organizations Experienced Cyber Threat Impacts in the Past 18 Months

A new report from the Center for Internet Security highlights the increasing sophistication, frequency, and impact of cyber attacks against K-12 schools.

  • 03/19/25
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Jamf to Acquire Identity Automation, Pairing Identity and Device Management in One Platform

Apple mobile device management company Jamf has announced it will acquire Identity Automation, a provider of identity and access management (IAM) solutions for K-12 and higher education.

  • 03/17/25
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Google, Microsoft Announce Expanded AI-Driven Search Capabilities

Recent announcements from Google and Microsoft highlight a slough of new AI capabilities for their search tools.

  • 03/17/25
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Foundations in Learning Launches Fluency for All Movement

Ed tech company Foundations in Learning, creator of the WordFlight literacy assessment and intervention for students in grades 3-8, has kicked off a new movement aimed at improving reading literacy.

  • 03/17/25