Gen Z students feel optimistic about their future, but that confidence doesn’t always carry into adulthood. The latest edition of the Voices of Gen Z study provides insight into Gen Z’s wellbeing, attitudes, and transition into adulthood.
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.
What does AI actually mean to the generation growing up with it? A new survey focused on Gen Z’s relationship with AI finds a generation that is engaged, increasingly anxious, and looking to schools for guidance.
Over the last year, we interviewed dozens of students from across the country to better understand what factors contribute to their motivation and engagement in the classroom, and prepare them for life after graduation. Learn what they have to share.
Now in its third year, the Voices of Gen Z study remains one of the most comprehensive examinations of Gen Z’s experiences, attitudes, and aspirations. This year’s findings reveal encouraging gains in engagement and preparedness, alongside a decline in thriving.
Teachers who use AI weekly save an average of 5.9 hours per week — equivalent to six extra weeks each school year. Explore how teachers are using AI in the classroom, the challenges they face, and the potential of these tools to save time, personalize instruction, and support student success.
Students raised America’s school grade from B- to B this year, marking the first improvement since the poll began.
In America’s heartland, Gen Z is embracing AI more than ever. However, many still lack access to AI technology and education on how to use it effectively. As AI changes the dynamics of work and learning, young people in the heartland are providing powerful insights into how to prepare students for success.
To improve student outcomes for Gen Zers and beyond, the Walton Family Foundation partnered with Gallup to ask nearly 2,000 public K-12 teachers what they need to stay and thrive in the profession. By providing educators with the resources, autonomy, and opportunities for growth they need, schools can retain talent and prepare students for a brighter future.
