Curriculum Providers Are Adjusting to Restrictions on Lessons About Race and Gender Identity
Curriculum providers are making subtle adjustments, but also holding their ground, in response to a wave of controversial state policies, according to a consultant who works with those companies.
A Far-Reaching State Law Has Districts Scrambling to Provide Academic Support
A new state law has districts across the state racing to come up with strategies to support academically struggling students.
More than 30 ed-tech companies worldwide have valuations of a $1 billion or more, with the largest number located in the U.S.
Districts Are Flush With New State and Federal Funds, and They're Investing in Mental Health, Ed Tech, and Academic Intervention
District officials across the state expect to benefit from an infusion of state and federal money, and are planning new spending on mental health and academic recovery.
NewSchools Venture Fund is distributing $2.5 million to 15 organizations focused on building diversity in the teacher corps.
The funding is part of a $7 billion federal stimulus measure created last year to boost student and teacher connectivity away from school.
The European Ed-Tech Provider GoStudent Is Already Working in Canada, Latin America, and Other Regions
The chief growth officer for fast-growing GoStudent breaks down the company’s place in the global market. It has already established footholds in Europe and Latin America.
What Does the SXSWedu Event Signal for the Resurgence of Big Face-to-Face Events?
The SXSWedu conference offered a preview of how big in-person gatherings will play out, as COVID restrictions lift and education companies seek out networking opportunities.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, one of the most recognizable publishers and content-providers in the K-12 space, is being acquired by private equity firm Veritas Capital for about $2.8 billion in cash.
Five Districts Are Experimenting With Holding Vendors to Strict Standards on Tutoring. Others Could Follow
Five school districts are experimenting with holding vendors to outcome-based standards for tutoring. Others could follow.
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