Florida will become the third state in the U.S. to require students to learn more about mental health, behind Virginia and New York. Public schools will now provide students in grades six and above a minimum of five hours of mental health education annually.

Here's a look at new developments from ACTFL, ILA, NCTM and NSTA.

Children between the ages of 6 and 17 have demonstrated a steady commitment to reading over the past decade, but on average, reading declines as kids get older, according to the seventh edition of Scholastic's "Kids and Family Reading Report."

Research suggests that extracurricular activities offer important academic, social and emotional benefits for students. By continually removing barriers to participation in after-school and summer programs, we are leveling the playing field for our most disadvantaged students.