For today's students, AI is no longer a novelty—it's an essential resource they'll encounter throughout their educational journeys and professional careers.
Alaska’s rural schools are crumbling, with students learning in buildings plagued by leaky roofs, black mold and buckling walls. Despite lawmakers calling the conditions “heartbreaking” and vowing to act, vetoes and budget cuts have left several communities still waiting for help.
According to the report, Maryland ranked first with a total score of 77.62 points. The District of Columbia took second with 74.90 points and Arkansas was third with 73.35 points. Other states performed less well.
Policymakers and advocates increasingly want all students—even college-bound ones—to graduate with real-world “durable skills” that employers demand. Some high schools are helping by hosting summer job fairs and partnering with nonprofit employment agencies to connect students with real experience.
More than half of Detroit’s K12 students are chronically absent, largely due to barriers like housing instability, poor health and unreliable transportation. Experts say schools can’t solve the issue alone—broader community support and investment are essential.
OpenAI said it built study mode in collaboration with teachers, scientists, education experts and students who participate in its ChatGPT Lab, which is where cohorts of college students share how they are using OpenAI’s tools.
The rule requires school counselors to spend at least 80% of their work time on direct and indirect counseling services that have an impact on student growth in the areas of academic advisement, college and career, and life skills and wellness.
