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The U.S. Department of Education is urging schools to focus on the educational value and measurable outcomes of technology rather than simply limiting the amount of time students spend on screens. Kirsten Baesler, assistant secretary for elementary and secondary education, said schools should distinguish between recreational screen use and instructional technology that can strengthen teaching, expand access to coursework and tutoring, and support students in special education. The department is encouraging districts to evaluate whether digital tools improve student achievement, consider contracts that link vendor payments to outcomes, and demand greater transparency and independent evidence from ed-tech providers. The guidance comes amid growing bipartisan concern over classroom screen time, with some states and districts introducing restrictions, while the Trump administration has simultaneously promoted AI in education and called for reductions in excessive technology use. Baesler’s recommendations are not legally binding, and decisions over digital learning tools will remain with states and local communities.
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California
The U.S. Department of Education is urging schools to focus on the educational value and measurable outcomes of technology rather than simply limiting the amount of time students spend on screens. Kirsten Baesler, assistant secretary for elementary and secondary education, said schools should distinguish between recreational screen use and instructional technology that can strengthen teaching, expand access to coursework and tutoring, and support students in special education. The department is encouraging districts to evaluate whether digital tools improve student achievement, consider contracts that link vendor payments to outcomes, and demand greater transparency and independent evidence from ed-tech providers. The guidance comes amid growing bipartisan concern over classroom screen time, with some states and districts introducing restrictions, while the Trump administration has simultaneously promoted AI in education and called for reductions in excessive technology use. Baesler’s recommendations are not legally binding, and decisions over digital learning tools will remain with states and local communities.
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Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott is actively promoting new education policies as he campaigns for a fourth term, facing a close race against state Rep. Gina Hinojosa. His proposals aim to enhance accountability in public school funding, including reducing screen time in classrooms, banning foreign influence, and increasing penalties for child abuse by educators. Abbott emphasized the need for taxpayer dollars to directly benefit teachers and students, stating: “As Texas makes historic investments in public education, it is our collective responsibility to ensure that taxpayer dollars directly reach students.” He also highlighted the record $8bn funding for public education last year, which included significant pay raises for teachers. In response, Hinojosa criticized Abbott for expanding bureaucracy at the Texas Education Agency, claiming it detracts from classroom funding.
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Florida
Florida students are returning to classrooms under a series of new education laws covering teacher training, curriculum, student safety, grading, and graduation requirements. Schools must now provide annual autism-specific professional development for relevant teachers and administrators, covering academic instruction, behavioral support, communication strategies, and inclusive practices. Teachers and transportation staff working with students who may experience seizures will also require training, while schools must display guidance on responding to seizures. Students in grades 3-5 will be required to study cursive and demonstrate proficiency by the end of fifth grade, while public schools must display portraits of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Other changes allow Special Olympics participation and certain dance courses to satisfy physical education requirements, and require families to be notified within 10 days if services specified in a student's individualized education plan are not provided. Florida has also standardized GPA weighting for honors, AP, International Baccalaureate, dual-enrollment, and other advanced courses.
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