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Read Executive Director Patricia Levesque's latest op-ed urging the #Indiana House to protect minors from the many harms of social media by restoring the critical safeguards to SB 199. readthereporter.com/indiana-must...

Bill could completely ban cell phones in public and charter schools in New Mexico Senate Bill 23, would prohibit student cell phone use during the school day, not just in the classroom. 

#NewMexico is strengthening learning environments by reducing classroom distractions and improving student focus with proposed SB 23! Teachers benefit too—less time managing devices means more engaging lessons and stronger student connections. Read more ⤵️ www.krqe.com/news/politic...

Quick Update: Opening weeks of the 2026 sessions | ExcelinEd in Action Statehouse Spotlights Listen to Quick Update: Opening weeks of the 2026 sessions from ExcelinEd in Action Statehouse Spotlights. In this episode of Statehouse Spotlight, host Ashley Mullins breaks down the fast-moving start to the 2026 state legislative sessions, where education policy is already front and center. As lawmakers introduce their early priorities, states are seeing quick action on proposals related to distraction-free learning policies, K-12 literacy, math and more. Ashley highlights which bills are gaining early traction, where sessions are already approaching adjournment and the common themes emerging across multiple states. She also previews what listeners can expect in the weeks ahead, including deeper conversations with policymakers advancing major reforms. This brief update provides listeners with key insights into the policies shaping the year ahead and a preview of K-12 policy for what’s to come in this dynamic new season of Statehouse Spotlights.  Remember to join the conversation on social media.  ExcelinEd in Action (@ExcelinAction) / X (twitter.com)  ExcelinEd in Action (@excelinedinaction) • Instagram   ExcelinEd in Action on Facebook  

New Statehouse Spotlights Episode (17 min): The 2026 legislative sessions are off to a fast start. Host Ashley Mullins breaks down early education policy priorities—from distraction-free learning to K-12 literacy & math. Which bills are gaining traction? Listen now ⤵️ shows.acast.com/excelined-in...

#Utah HB 234 did not pass its vote in the House, which is a big win for accountability!

Thank you to Speaker Mike Schultz, Rep. John Arthur, Rep. Karen Peterson, and Rep. Joseph Elison for standing firm in protecting the high standards, strong accountability and transparency that parents deserve.

Fair Funding for Charter Schools: Eight States Supporting Teachers and Students Learn how states advanced equitable charter school funding in 2025 and what policy actions are on the horizon for 2026.

Eight states improved funding for charter schools in 2025, ensuring more dollars reach classrooms instead of facility costs. This reflects the momentum toward fairer funding systems where resources follow students. Read more ⤵️ excelinedinaction.org/2026/01/21/f...

Expanding Public and Private School Choice: States Prioritize Universal ESAs and Open Enrollment in 2025 Learn how states expanded public and private school choice in 2025 and the policy trends emerging for 2026.

2025 was a landmark year for #schoolchoice. States strengthened open enrollment policies, charter school access and student eligibility for school choice programs. Learn how states are building ecosystems where families can choose what works best for them ⤵️ excelinedinaction.org/2026/01/21/e...

Opinion: How Utah’s First Credential Program helps students and taxpayers This program helps ensure students don’t just graduate; they graduate with options, momentum and a plan.

Utah's First Credential Program gives students career pathways and real credentials before graduation. Over 61,000 earned college credit this year. Sen. Millner and Rep. Peterson on preparing Utah's workforce: www.deseret.com/opinion/2026...

Great Lakes Legislative Director Evan Eagleson testified for Indiana's SB 78 & HB 1266!

🏫 SB 78: bell-to-bell phone-free schools.

🍎 HB 1266: Career Scholarship flexibility, 60 min daily math recommendation, data science pathway & employer list for Employment Honors Plus students.

🎧 NEW: 2026 premiere of Statehouse Spotlights is live! Ashley Mullins and Patricia Levesque dive into the K-12 policy trends defining 2026—from digital distractions to school choice modernization.

Essential listening as legislative sessions ramp up. ➡️ shows.acast.com/excelined-in...

State Policy Actions Reshaping Education in 2025 Learn how state-level policy changes from 2025 legislative sessions are set to reshape K–12 education.

In 2025, state leaders drove real change through distraction-free learning environments, evidence-based literacy and math policies, high academic standards and expanded choice programs. Read the blog series now: excelinedinaction.org/2026/01/21/s...

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