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Education policy Apr 19 Schools Scramble to Meet Digital Accessibility Deadline Schools are scrambling to meet a major deadline for digital accessibility, which has significant implications for special education and can improve outcomes for students with disabilities. Education policy Apr 19 Trump Proposes FY27 Budget with Mixed Bag for Education The Trump administration's FY27 budget proposal includes a 3.5% increase in funding for IDEA, but advocates are concerned about proposed consolidations. AI in education Apr 19 USF Education Revolutionizes Learning with AI Innovations USF Education is revolutionizing learning with AI innovations, from custom GPTs for early childhood to AI-driven math assessment and virtual environments. Innovation Apr 19 Life Pacific University Expands Global Reach with Spanish-Language Micro Campuses Life Pacific University is advancing its global vision with the launch of six Spanish-language micro campuses, providing accredited, Christ-centered higher education in partnership with local churches. AI in education Apr 19 Ohio University Embraces Human-First AI Strategy in Education Ohio University pioneers a human-first AI strategy in education, focusing on ethical AI use and critical thinking. Education policy Apr 19 Oregon Pushes for School Accountability with Local Control Oregon's push for school accountability comes with a focus on local control, aiming for better student outcomes. Education policy Apr 19 Illinois Proposes Overhaul of School Accountability System Illinois proposes overhaul of school accountability system, aiming to simplify and streamline the rating process. Innovation Apr 19 US Departments of Education and Labor Announce Grant Competitions for Charter Schools The U.S. Departments of Education and Labor have announced grant competitions for the Charter Schools Program, prioritizing civics, career and technical education, and STEM fields. AI in education Apr 19 Punjab School Education Board Embeds AI in Curriculum The Punjab School Education Board has taken a significant step towards integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its curriculum. Education policy Apr 19 Fort Worth ISD Approves Reduction in Force Amid School Closures and Restructuring Fort Worth ISD's reduction in force and school restructuring efforts aim to improve educational outcomes amidst budget pressures.