For years, rural systems have lagged behind in integrating edtech into instruction. But now, thanks to greater internet access and more affordable and innovative technologies, conditions are ripe for rural districts to catch up.

The founder of MathSP, an Atlanta-based coaching business that helps young people to excel in their academics and gain access to college and graduate school programs, Espy has authored several books and created the STEM Gems Clubs.

The state will need more than 30,000 new workers who can install heat pumps, prepare residential homes to charge electric vehicles, build offshore wind farms, and more to get there.

If you're a superintendent or administrator trying to tackle public relations, this week's guests on District Administration's "Talking Out of School" podcast are here to help.