K 12 Technology

Just Thinking… About How Multilingualism and Language Development Belong at the Center of Student Learning

For millions of students in America, learning English is only one part of a much larger academic story. A 2024 GAO report found that English learners in U.S. public schools grew from 4.5 million to 5 million students between fall 2010 and fall 2020, and that they speak more than 400 languages. That diversity…

How Rural Schools Are Redefining School Safety Through Relationships and Proactive Systems

On Principles of Change, a podcast by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso sits down with Dr. Miguel Salazar, principal of Sundown Middle School in Sundown, Texas, to explore how one rural district is redefining school safety through culture, systems, and human connection. Together, they unpack how proactive frameworks, community values, and intentional relationship-building can…

Understanding Raptor StudentSafe

In this episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Chris Noell, Chief Product Officer at Raptor Technologies, and Will Durgin, Director of Student Well-Being, about the vision behind StudentSafe and how it helps schools move from reactive responses to proactive student support. Together, they emphasize that safer schools depend on giving staff…

Rethinking Leadership: Why “Doable” Might Be the Most Powerful Strategy in Education Today

At a time when educator burnout is rising and schools across the U.S. are facing ongoing teacher shortages, leaders are being forced to rethink what sustainable success actually looks like. Research shows that teacher attrition is closely tied to working conditions, job-related stress, and workload demands. As districts push for innovation, data-driven instruction, and…

Why Student Visibility Matters in Today’s Schools

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso interviews SRO Todd Brendel of Dayton Independent Schools (KY), who shares frontline insights on the importance of knowing where students and staff are throughout the school day. He explains how they manage…

Beyond Drills: Building a Culture of Safety in Schools

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of Principals of Change, host Dr. Amy Grosso sits down with Jeff Bryant, Principal of Jefferson Middle School, and David Sally, Associate Principal of West Aurora High School, to explore how effective school safety goes far beyond drills and locked doors. Drawing on…

Inside SchoolSAFE: Takeaways from Education Leaders

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this special episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso interviews several education and safety leaders live from the Raptor 2025 SchoolSAFE Conference. Rachael Freeman (Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD), Jason Overbay (Sarasota County Schools), Marti Neahring (West Aurora School District), Dr. Penny Schultz (Chesapeake City…

Smart Safety: How Technology is Transforming School Event Security

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso talks with TJ Markland, General Manager of Payments at Raptor Technologies, to discuss the often-overlooked safety challenges of school events—from daytime assemblies to Friday night football. As schools work to balance hospitality…

Stride at 25: Redefining the Digital Learning Ecosystem for Today’s K–12 Learners

As virtual learning matures and school choice accelerates across the U.S.,the 25th anniversary of Stride Inc. offers a moment to reflect on how far the digital learning ecosystem has come and where it’s headed.. Once known as K12 Inc., the company helped pioneer online education at scale. But in a landscape shaped by evolving…

Educational Choice Isn’t Enough—Implementation Will Make or Break It

The U.S. education landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as more states adopt education savings accounts (ESAs), signaling a broader push toward personalized, parent-directed learning and broader educational choice. With over a dozen states now offering universal ESA programs, debates around school choice have reached a new level of urgency. Throughout 2024, enthusiasm for…

Generative AI tools Is Taking On the Tedious Tasks—Freeing Teachers to Inspire, Mentor, and Elevate Student Thinking

Artificial intelligence is changing the rules of engagement in education. As generative AI tools like ChatGPT become increasingly integrated into academic environments, they’re reshaping what productivity, personalization, and pedagogy look like. According to McKinsey’s research, teachers typically spend 20 to 40 percent of their time on tasks that could be automated with today’s technology,…

Restoring Safety: A Holistic Approach to Threat Assessment

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Ray Fuller about how threat assessment can be deeply rooted in empathy, structure, and restorative practices. Fuller shares his journey from educator to districtwide safety leader, offering a look into…

AI in the Classroom: Why AI-Powered Personalized Learning Might Not Deliver on its Promise

AI is everywhere—and it’s evolving rapidly. From predictive algorithms to large language models like ChatGPT, artificial intelligence is reshaping how we work, communicate, and learn. As schools explore AI in the classroom, educators and researchers are asking: Does AI really understand us? Or are we projecting human-like thinking onto systems that are fundamentally different? The…

Educators Must Combine 1:1 Tutoring with the Science of Reading to Close the Reading Gap

Personalized instruction paired with evidence-based reading methods offers schools a proven path to reverse persistent literacy decline

ESA Success Requires Strategy, Infrastructure, and Support Beyond Legislation

Implementation of education savings accounts hinges on operational readiness that extends well beyond passing new laws

TGR Foundation Scales Career-Connected Learning With Measurable Impact

A nonprofit demonstrates how embedding real-world career experiences into K-12 curricula produces measurable gains in student engagement and workforce readiness

AI for Teachers Designed to Untether and Empower—Never Replace

Administrative burden is forcing teachers away from students, but targeted AI tools could reclaim classroom time by handling repetitive tasks

Empowering Voices: The Role of Anonymous Reporting in Education

When students can report safety concerns without fear, schools unlock crucial information that protects entire communities

How School Districts Can Pay Vendors Based on Student Outcomes

School districts are rethinking vendor payments to align spending with actual improvements in student learning

Learning from Averted School Violence to Prevent Tragedies

Analyzing near-miss incidents reveals prevention patterns that can transform how schools protect students

Exploring Artifacts with Boxlight: A Journey of Discovery

Educational technology meets historical exploration through immersive kits designed to spark global student engagement

Transforming Classrooms with STEM: A Teacher’s Journey with 3D Printing

One educator's experiment with additive manufacturing reveals how hands-on technology reshapes student engagement and learning outcomes

Teacher Professional Development Beyond Workshops

Schools are shifting from one-off workshops to continuous learning models that build teacher confidence in modern classroom technology

Enhancing School Cybersecurity and Network Management with Extreme Networks

K-12 districts protecting thousands of students discover that unified network visibility enables faster threat detection and prevention

Honoring Excellence in Multilingual Education

Teaching across language barriers demands recognition for the profound impact these educators have on student success and global readiness

School Safety Cannot Wait; New Technology is Essential for Today’s Threats

Legacy security measures are falling short as schools face evolving threats that demand smarter, faster technological responses

Reducing Risks and Improving Efficiency in School Payments

School districts can strengthen financial security and cut operational costs by consolidating fragmented payment systems into a single digital platform

Protecting Youth: What’s on the Horizon for The “I Love U Guys” Foundation

New leadership at a school safety nonprofit reveals ambitious plans to train teachers and students in life-saving protocols

Continuous Improvement in Threat Assessment Practices

Schools that prioritize ongoing evaluation and refinement of threat assessment practices can better identify and prevent potential violence before it escalates

K-12 EdTech Leadership Needs a Bigger Seat at the Table to Overcome Cybersecurity, Staffing, Professional Development Challenges

Technology leaders in K-12 districts face mounting pressure from cybersecurity threats, talent shortages, and training gaps that demand greater organizational i