Quick Update: Literacy, pathways and phone-free schools gain ground

In this episode of Statehouse Spotlights, host Ashley Mullins takes listeners on a cross-country tour of the latest education policy developments as legislative sessions begin winding down and states race to finalize their agendas. From Arizona to Pennsylvania, lawmakers are advancing policies designed to strengthen student outcomes, expand opportunity and better prepare students for success in school and beyond.  Ashley highlights growing momentum around literacy, with major developments in Louisiana, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, including new investments in evidence-based reading instruction, tutoring and adolescent literacy supports. The episode also explores efforts to strengthen career pathways and workforce readiness through improved career coaching, workforce coordination and return-on-investment analysis, as well as continued movement on distraction-free learning policies and emerging investments in artificial intelligence tools for education.  As states approach key budget and adjournment deadlines, this episode offers a timely snapshot of the policies gaining traction and the trends shaping education reform across the country. Whether you're following literacy, math, workforce development or student engagement, these state actions provide valuable insight into where education policy is headed next. Remember to join the conversation on social media.  ExcelinEd in Action (@ExcelinAction) / X (twitter.com)  ExcelinEd in Action (@excelinedinaction) • Instagram   ExcelinEd in Action (@excelinedinaction) • BlueSky  ExcelinEd in Action on Facebook  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.