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Senior Policy Fellow Christy Hovanetz, Ph.D., was featured in a recent Baltimore Sun article on the critical importance of transparency and high standards in school accountability. baltimoresun.com/2026/03/13/sch…

ExcelinEd's Model Policy for AI-Powered Educational Tools gives states and districts a practical framework to move forward with confidence, covering student data privacy, operator accountability, learning-focused design and a clear division of roles. If your state or district is still figuring out where to start, this is a resource worth revisiting. Explore the model policy and see how it can help turn uncertainty into action. excelined.org/2026/02/25/fut…

#Arkansas's third grade reading policy is centered on getting students the support they need early, before gaps in foundational literacy skills have the chance to grow. Read more: kuaf.com/show/ozarks-at…

NEW REPORT: A Launchpad for Life lays out an actionable vision for transforming high school into a launchpad, not a finish line, for all students. Every student deserves access to advising, accelerated coursework, and career-connected learning that builds purpose and opens doors to economic mobility. strivetogether.org/what-we-do/pat…

Explore ExcelinEd's comprehensive guide for State Educational Agencies (SEAs) and institutions of higher education to ensure that every new teacher entering the workforce is equipped with knowledge and skills grounded in the science of reading. excelined.org/2026/02/02/str…

AI adoption in K-12 is moving fast. 84% of high schoolers report using generative AI for schoolwork, yet nearly 40% of schools have banned it, and many others have no formal policy. ExcelinEd's new Model Policy for AI-Powered Educational Tools offers a framework for states and districts to responsibly harness AI in K‑12 education with clear guardrails that protect student privacy, support teachers and ensure safe, effective learning tools. excelined.org/2026/02/25/fut…

ExcelinEd in the field ➡️ Senior Policy Fellow Christy Hovanetz, Ph.D., had the opportunity to speak with Alabama legislators earlier this week about school accountability and the critical importance of maintaining high standards.

With 800K+ students in ESA programs across 18 states, growth brings opportunity—and complexity. Learn how ESA purchasing codes and modern tech like AI can make sustainability a reality. excelined.org/2026/01/31/des…

ICYMI ➡️ ExcelinEd's CEO @LevesquePat recently made the case for Mississippi as the Super Bowl of Public Education in Aneesh Sohoni's Leadership Launchpad newsletter — and it's worth a read if you haven't seen it yet. Patricia reframes the so-called "Mississippi Miracle" as something far more instructive: a "Mississippi Marathon" — years of evidence-based, student-centered policy that didn't happen overnight and didn't need to. It's a timely reminder that sustainable progress in education doesn't come from a highlight reel moment. It comes from belief, purpose and systems built to last. If this one slipped past you, catch up here 👇 aneeshsohoni1.substack.com/p/what-if-we-t…

ICYMI — we partnered with @BluumOrg on a new report exploring school finance in #Idaho and what a more flexible, student-centered funding model could look like. Catch up here ➡️ bluum.org/earned-autonom… #IdahoEd

Students are winning across the South — and it's no accident. As Gov. @JebBush writes in his op-ed in the Chicago Tribune: "These outcomes aren't a miracle. They're the result of a marathon-style approach to education policy." Find out what other states can learn from the "Southern surge" ⤵️ chicagotribune.com/2026/02/23/opi…

16 states are weighing new math bills this session. @ExcelinEd's Lindsey Henderson says expanding Algebra 1 access can "really move the needle on student outcomes." 🔢 Read more: edweek.org/teaching-learn…

ExcelinEd is proud to have partnered with @BluumOrg on their new report examining school finance in #Idaho — and how the state's public charter schools might point the way toward a more flexible, student-centered funding model. Read it here! bluum.org/earned-autonom… #IdahoEd

Have you explored the newly updated Pathways Matter online resource? Discover 45 robust policies, an interactive state map and insights to strengthen education-to-workforce pathways in your state. pathwaysmatter.org

Exciting to see Math Matters providing #NorthCarolina and other states with concrete policy recommendations for improving math education outcomes! ➡️ webservices.ncleg.gov/ViewDocSiteFil… See where your state stands at MathMatters.org #MathMatters

From kindergarten to 8th grade, students need to develop both knowledge—geometry, statistics, algebra—AND skills like reasoning, perseverance and pattern recognition. Learn which state policies support this holistic approach to math education. ⤵️ excelined.org/2026/01/16/why…

Every state has the power to deliver a great education for every student. ExcelinEd's "Matters" sites show you how with interactive tools covering literacy, math, school choice and career readiness ⤵️ excelined.org/2026/01/15/the…

📣 Upcoming workshop Feb. 23 - 24 Hear from education leaders across 14 countries on how they're rethinking math curriculum and teaching practices around computational thinking, data science and AI. Useful for anyone looking to learn more about trends in K-12 math education. nationalacademies.org/projects/PGA-N…

ESAs give families flexible education funding but scaling them for increasing numbers of participants means tackling administrative hurdles like reimbursements and customer experience. Explore how ESA purchasing codes combined with modern tech can ensure sustainability. excelined.org/2026/01/31/des…

ExcelinEd in the field ➡️ This week, team members Michael Chartier and Casey Taylor had the opportunity to travel to Nebraska, where Casey presented to members of the #Nebraska Legislature, including members of the education committee, on third grade promotion policies and how they have improved literacy outcomes in states like Mississippi. Grateful to Governor Pillen and his staff for convening this conversation at the Governor's Residence! @TeamPillen