This year's grantees are focused on the development of a range of tools such as a platform to evaluate scholastic esports programs, an augmented reality sandbox for early learning STEM instruction, and a web-based tool to assess communication skills that students need for college and career readiness.

Like its predecessors, the 2019 Transportation Answer Book from LRP Publications uses a question-and-answer format to discuss common transportation-related issues such as eligibility for transportation services, method and means of transportation, pickup and delivery of students, personnel issues, behavior management, discipline, and safety issues.

Digital assessments can measure students' strengths and needs in cognitive functioning, and help educators design interventions tailored to students' cognitive profiles.

School districts and local businesses need to work together to create effective career and technical education programs.