Franklin County Sen. Bill Stanley chairs a subcommittee that will recommend a statewide bond referendum that could raise up to $4 billion for school modernization. The panel will support legislation that would determine who is first in line for funding. Another bill would help communities with public private partnerships that could make school construction more […]

Robots are arriving in Boston's public high schools to increase student interest in science and technology career paths. Softbanks Robotics America has provided 10 Pepper robots during the past six months and anticipates donating more so all the high schools in Boston have one for their computer science programs.

High school students who train for the tech industry gain computer literacy skills and higher wages, Michigan officials say. They are also likely to pass Advanced Placement computer exams, according to the Talent and Economic Development Department. The agency promotes a program that pairs tech industry professionals with high school teachers to prepare students for […]

A new tool now makes it possible to check student progress toward college and career readiness benchmarks on both the ACT and the SAT exams. As early as sixth grade, educators can determine which students are on track for benchmarks and who may need additional support.