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Chalkbeat
Anthropic’s free Claude for Teachers debuts as pressure grows for teachers to adapt to AI
Anthropic launched Claude for Teachers, a free AI assistant for educators, joining Google, OpenAI, and Khan Academy in the growing race to cement AI as a classroom staple.
Schools that support gender transitions will be target of Trump Justice Department
The day after the Education Department announced the Justice Department would play a larger role in civil rights enforcement in schools, the Justice Department’s top civil rights official gave a preview of what that might look like.
Courier Post Cherry Hill
What the NJ budget means for students, parents and school districts (on MSN.com)
Gov. Mikie Sherill’s signed the FY 2027 Appropriations Act on June 30, where she dedicated a record $12.4 billion for K-12 schools. This is a more than a $370-million increase over last year’s funding, and the most in New Jersey history.
Courier News Bridgewater
RVCC earns silver sustainability rating for environmental work (on MSN.com)
Raritan Valley Community College has earned a silver rating for its sustainability efforts from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.
NJ Spotlight News
Op-Ed: No-cost NJ school breakfast a step against food insecurity
A nutritious meal before classes leads to better learning for kids in need, and offering it to all eliminates stigma.
TAPinto.net
Roselle Public Schools Launches Information Campaign Ahead of September Bond Referendum
As Roselle voters prepare to decide a two-question school bond referendum on Sept. 15, Roselle Public Schools has launched a public information campaign outlining the proposed projects, the financial impact, and what the district states are the long-term benefits for students and the community.
AI Policies in High Schools: Finding the Balance Between Innovation and Integrity
As artificial intelligence becomes a regular part of everyday life, school districts across the country are developing policies to guide how students use AI in the classroom.
Hillside High JETS Students Compete at 2026 National TEAMS Competition
Hillside High School JETS students took part in the 2026 National TEAMS Competition, held last month in Washington, DC.
