AI is quickly becoming an everyday feature of the classroom. Education industry leaders and researchers say schools must equip teachers with clear guidance, practical training, and a voice in shaping how it is used.
Building future-ready schools starts with listening to the students who are already leading the way. At the 2026 SXSW EDU, student journalists, researchers, and advocates shared what it really takes to prepare for the future, and why their voices should shape how schools get there.
Most Gen Z students focus on earning a bachelor’s degree or entering the workforce after high school, but often lack a clear view of the full range of career paths. With support and aligned opportunities, students can graduate ready to achieve their goals.
Dive into our survey of rural Gen Z students to understand their perspectives on their hometowns, their interest in moving away, and the key factors influencing their decisions.
The Walton Family Foundation partnered with Gallup to survey students across the country for the second year in a row. According to students, schools have room to grow in areas like making learning exciting for students and preparing them for their future careers.
As new tools show AI's emerging potential, educators are eager to learn how to better use the technology to boost student achievement.
The Walton Family Foundation partnered with Gallup to survey students across the country for the second year in a row. According to students, schools have room to grow in areas like making learning exciting for students and preparing them for their future careers.
New Gallup and Walton Family Foundation research finds Gen Zers lack exposure to foundational STEM concepts.
The expansion of apprenticeship programs has solid support among employers and young adults
