The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) is urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to preserve and modernize the E-Rate program, warning that reducing federal connectivity support could strain school district budgets and weaken cybersecurity protections.
The expanded competition challenges K-12 students to develop technology-based solutions to real-world problems, while a new readiness seal recognizes schools preparing students and educators to use AI responsibly.
Georgia Tech and Emory University are investing more than $1 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) to expand research capabilities, develop a skilled workforce, and drive economic growth across Georgia, the universities announced on Oct. 8.
The Vermont Community Broadband Board (VCBB) launched a new online tool on Oct. 6 that allows residents to test their internet speeds, track broadband coverage across the state, and troubleshoot connectivity problems.
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger launched a new chatbot on Oct. 8 to help residents find information on the agency’s website more quickly and reduce reliance on its call center.
Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts confirmed that cybercriminals stole data involving current and former staff and students during the September cyberattack. The district continues a phased recovery that includes reimaging thousands of laptops, according to a Sept. 30 update from the district.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Oct. 5 an expansion of the state’s Reconnect free community college initiative to help adults retrain as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes employment.
A Los Angeles County public schools pilot program trained 154 teachers across 84 schools and 28 districts to integrate computer science into instruction, and 95% of post-training survey respondents reported that the program’s micro:bit resources increased their confidence in teaching the subject.
The Maine State Archives launched a new online platform on Oct. 1 that gives the public expanded digital access to state government records spanning nearly five centuries.
The Ban Flock Act would bar most federal agencies’ use of automatic license plate reader technology and restrict federal funding to state and local governments that continue using it.
