Anna Merod

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Our 2026-27 back-to-school playlist for K-12 leaders

By: Anna Merod

Here’s a list of songs curated by the K-12 Dive team to help you get excited — and maybe a little nostalgic — for kicking off the new school year.

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District HR leaders: Keep humans in decision-making as AI’s presence grows

By: Anna Merod

With artificial intelligence gaining steam in school districts, some human resource leaders also say the technology can help them be more efficient.

HR Leaders: Maintain Human Involvement in Decision-Making Amid Rising AI Influence

By: Anna Merod

With artificial intelligence gaining steam in school districts, some HR leaders also say the technology can help them be more efficient. Facebook

District HR leaders: Keep humans in decision-making as AI's presence grows

By: Anna Merod

With artificial intelligence gaining steam in school districts, some HR leaders also say the technology can help them be more efficient. Facebook

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USDA urged to report how SNAP cuts impact free school meals

By: Anna Merod

As historic cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program take effect, a member of Congress is expressing concern over access to free school meals.

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New York City pauses AI use for elementary, middle school students

By: Anna Merod

Ed tech leaders worry the one-year artificial intelligence ban in the nation's largest school system could have national implications.

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LAUSD restricts all students from using AI tools

By: Anna Merod

The ban is being implemented for the 2026-27 school year as the nation's second-largest school system reviews its artificial intelligence policies.

Teachers unions announce AI safety agreement with Microsoft

By: Anna Merod

The legally enforceable agreement requires the company to safeguard student and teacher data and will be available to all districts nationwide Nov. 1.

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Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news

By: Anna Merod

From U.S. standings in international rankings to a tech company’s agreement on AI use in schools, what did you learn from our recent stories?

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Measure ed tech by more than screen time, American Psychological Association says

By: Anna Merod

The APA’s recommendations follow a growing wave of school districts banning or limiting screen time and artificial intelligence in classrooms nationwide.