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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Survey: Students Say AI Use Can Reduce Math Anxiety

In a recent survey, 56% of high school students said that the use of artificial intelligence can go a long way toward reducing math anxiety.

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Microsoft Announces Host of Security Advancements

Microsoft has announced major cybersecurity advancements across its product portfolio and practices. The work is part of its Secure Future Initiative (SFI), a multiyear cybersecurity transformation the company calls the largest engineering project in company history.

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HMH Launches Personalized Path Solution

Adaptive learning company HMH has introduced HMH Personalized Path, a K-8 ELA and math product that combines intervention curriculum, adaptive practice, and assessment for students of all achievement levels.

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Microsoft Unveils 'Computer Use' Automation in Copilot Studio

Microsoft has announced a new AI-powered feature called "computer use" for its Copilot Studio platform that allows agents to directly interact with Web sites and desktop applications using simulated mouse clicks, menu selections and text inputs.

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AI 'Microscope' Reveals the Hidden Mechanics of LLM Thought

Anthropic has introduced new research tools designed to provide a rare glimpse into the hidden reasoning processes of advanced language models — like a "microscope" for AI.

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CoSN Launches Campaign Advocating for Congressional Support for K-12 Cybersecurity

CoSN, the professional association for K-12 ed tech leaders, has launched a national advocacy campaign urging Congress to maintain federal support for cybersecurity assistance in K-12 education.

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Report: Infrastructure Is the Missing Piece in Gen AI Strategy

While generative AI has become central to digital transformation strategies, a new report from Google Cloud reveals most organizations aren't yet equipped to support it at scale.

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Virginia Approves Savvas Math Programs for Statewide Adoption

The Virginia Board of Education has approved Savvas Learning Company's line of enVision K-12 math programs for statewide adoption across all grade levels.

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Stanford 2025 AI Index Reports Surge in Adoption, Investment, and Global Impact as Trust and Regulation Lag Behind

Stanford University's Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) has released its eighth annual AI Index Report, measuring AI's diverse impacts over the past year.

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K12TechPro Launches Cybersecurity Resource Center for K-12 Education

K12TechPro, a community for technology professionals in education, has introduced the K12TechPro Cybersecurity Hub, a collection of resources designed to bolster cybersecurity in K-12 education.