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SETDA is proud to announce the release of our new strategy guide: “Improving Professional Learning Systems to Better Support Today’s Educators: How Title II, Part A Offers a Model for State and Local Leadership.” setda.org/priorities/pro… #EdTech #SETDA

💰 Investing in education is investing in the talent pipeline that powers every industry. Education is the greatest driver of the American economy. Less than 4% of our US workforce (educators) train 100% of our workers. Advocating for education resources at the state and national level is not just about schools, it is about the future of our economy. Every worker, innovator, entrepreneur, and leader is shaped by our education system. If we want a workforce ready to compete, create, and lead, students need modern curriculum, highly qualified teachers, technological fluency, cognitive skills, dependable infrastructure, safe environments and access to workforce opportunities. I am proud to advocate alongside my colleagues and encourage each person to raise their voice with their state and national representatives for the the future of every child. Reach out, they want to hear from you! Thank you to Keith Krueger @CoSN (Consortium for School Networking )and Julia Fallon @SETDA for role modeling to the entire education & #edtech industry the power of voice and our responsibility to speak up for children. #edleaders #advocate #education @SIIA #futureready #economy @fetc @DA_magazine

New op-ed from @juliafallon (@SETDA) and Jeff Carlson (@clever) highlights why stronger, more accountable state–vendor partnerships are essential for K‑12 systems. A thoughtful look at how shared responsibility can strengthen cybersecurity, data privacy, and implementation across education. govtech.com/education/k-12… #EdTech #SETDA

We're kicking off our #AIAcrossStateLines AI Collab meeting at the Friday Institute. @SETDA's @juliafallon welcomes state education leaders, #AI researchers + practitioners to build a foundation for interstate collaboration on preparing & implementing AI in #education.

Grateful to join SETDA’s AI Across State Lines collaborative this week at the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation at NC State, where state education leaders from across the country gathered to turn AI policy into practice. I had the honor of sharing Wichita Public Schools’ district perspective — how we’re moving from guidance to implementation: building AI fluency for educators, translating policy into classroom-ready tools, rethinking procurement and privacy safeguards, and closing the gap between what’s written in a policy document and what actually happens in a school building. The work of this collab is ambitious and exactly what the field needs — a K–12 AI Policy & Practice Report, a Fit-for-Context Toolkit states can adapt, and sustained leadership capacity building that turns frameworks into action. We wrestled with real tensions: screen-time bans vs. purposeful integration, accountability systems vs. durable skills, innovation vs. risk, and how we communicate with families before fear-based narratives define the conversation. What struck me most is that none of us are doing this alone. SEAs, districts, higher ed, and partners like the Center for Democracy and Technology are building shared playbooks, procurement language, readiness tools, and communication supports so every state doesn’t have to start from scratch. Thank you to @SETDA and the Friday Institute for convening this work — and to every leader in the room pushing to make sure responsible, purposeful AI reaches every student. @juliafallon #SETDA #FridayInstitute #K12 #AIinEducation #EdLeadership #WichitaPublicSchools

Thank you to our #AIAcrossStateLines #AI Collab group for a day of reflection, connection, thoughtfulness and leadership. We'll be back tomorrow for day two of our in-person sessions. @setda @kristaglaze

We're back for day two of our #AIAcrossStateLines #AI Collab in partnership with @setda! Today we're finalizing priorities and output readiness, peer reviewing and creating commitments for future work. @kglaze @ebliterate

SETDA’s @juliafallon and members of the SETDA board are in DC for EdTech Advocacy Day with @CoSN, @ISTE_ASCD, and @SIIA to elevate six priorities: AI, screen time, Title II‑A/IV‑A, E‑rate, cybersecurity + OET, and privacy. #EdTech #SETDA

Two new resources for local educational agencies to support stronger procurement processes and use of high-quality education technology, or edtech, have been released by @SETDA. Through the EdTech Quality Collaborative — organizations with distinct expertise working together to address challenges LEAs face in assessing edtech quality amid a rapidly evolving landscape — 5 edtech quality indicators have been developed that researchers say can help to support smarter procurement and implementation decisions. blog.csba.org/edtech-procure…

Tomorrow’s the day. Join NCADEMI on April 23 for a practical session on making digital materials accessible from the start. Learn simple steps you can use immediately to reduce barriers for students who rely on #AssistiveTechnology. Register: usu.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #EdTech #SETDA

Students who use #AssistiveTechnology shouldn’t face barriers because materials weren’t designed with accessibility in mind. Join @NCADEMI on April 23 for practical steps to improve access across all digital materials. Register: usu.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #SETDA #EdTech

Through our collaboration with the @FridayInstitute, @SETDA is helping states strengthen cross‑state learning and develop tools that inform responsible AI policy and practice in K–12. fi.ncsu.edu/news/friday-in… #EdTech #SETDA

The Friday Institute and @setda are leading a new initiative to shape how states prepare for and implement #AI in education. Learn more: ncst.at/32Cs50YIS5o

Digital materials reach students in many ways—purchased tools, online resources, and what educators create daily. Accessibility must be built into all three. Join NCADEMI on April 23 to learn practical steps you can take now. Register: usu.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #EdTech #SETDA

We’re hiring! SETDA is seeking a strategic leader to serve as our next Director of Projects & Initiatives—driving alignment, managing key initiatives, and strengthening community impact. Learn more + apply: setda.org/about/employme… #EdTech #SETDA

States are working to ensure every learner can explore and create with AI safely. The new AI Literacy Day hub brings trusted resources together in one place. Start here: ailiteracyday.org #EdTech #SETDA

NCADEMI is hosting a webinar on April 2 focused on helping education leaders move from awareness to action on digital accessibility under ADA Title II. Hear insights from Nebraska’s statewide work. usu.zoom.us/meeting/regist… #SETDA #EdTech

#AILiteracyDay is here! 🚨 How are we showing up for our students and teams? Today is the day to lead the effort. Find an event near you today: ailiteracyday.org/events #AILiteracy #K12 #Education #JoinTheMovement

AI is reshaping learning, and states are leading the way on safe, informed use. Explore the new AI Literacy Day hub for trusted resources all year long. ailiteracyday.org #SETDA #EdTech

Across the country, state leaders are debating laws to restrict or ban screen time in K–12 schools. To help inform this discussion, @CoSN, @DigitalPromise, FullScale, and @SETDA are convening a national policy briefing. 🔗 cosn.org/event/screen-t… #EdTech #SETDA

.@SETDA Executive Director, @juliafallon makes a powerful case for why K‑12 must move from fragmented systems to true modernization, built on interoperability, accessibility, and human‑centered design. A must‑read for education leaders. publications.csba.org/issue/winter-2… #EdTech