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Artificial Intelligence Is Shaping Public Education. Will Educators Lead or Be Dragged Along?

Artificial Intelligence Is Shaping Public Education. Will Educators Lead or Be Dragged Along?

September 8, 2026

Even in Virginia, recognized as a leader in AI adoption, the gaps between districts are showing.

Virginia Divisions Leading the Way on Advanced Math

Virginia Divisions Leading the Way on Advanced Math

September 2, 2026

Virginia students who take Algebra early are doing well. Now, Virginia is both elevating the numbers of students taking Algebra in middle school, while simultaneously raising math standards.

Learning with Artificial Intelligence

Learning with Artificial Intelligence

August 31, 2026

The Region 3 AI Leadership Summit gave teachers an opportunity to demonstrate how AI works.

Ahead of the Game, Miles to Go – Virginia Public Education and AI 

Ahead of the Game, Miles to Go – Virginia Public Education and AI 

August 31, 2026

For educators who regularly are adapting to new technologies and new programs, Artificial Intelligence presents a new challenge – one that treating it like an educational tool won’t resolve. 

Virginia Department of Education Releases 2025-2026 SOL Test Scores

Virginia Department of Education Releases 2025-2026 SOL Test Scores

August 25, 2026

The Virginia Department of Education today released the 2025-2026 SOL results. Gains were incremental, though a few districts showed notable results. How did your school or district do? We show you where to find the information.

A Better Way to Understand SOL Data

A Better Way to Understand SOL Data

August 18, 2026

Interpreting SOL test results is challenging. Matt Hurt describes how ranking district scores can help policymakers and parents better understand student achievement.