Teacher Workforce: A New America report spotlights “earn-while-you-learn” teacher degree apprenticeships as a way to widen entry into K–12 teaching amid shortages, citing 157 programs across 44 states plus 6,275 active apprentices. Early Childhood Curriculum: Researchers and advocates are zeroing in on how early childhood education materials should be structured—developmentally appropriate, supportive of teachers, and responsive to diverse learner needs. Student Access & Attendance: Chennai’s corporation says it has identified 7,302 out-of-school children and is pushing re-enrolment by Aug. 31, with field surveys, family counselling, and follow-up. Screen-Time Policy: New Minnesota research links stricter school phone rules to improved student mental health and teacher satisfaction, fueling calls for bell-to-bell bans. Curriculum Politics: India’s NCERT political science textbook team controversy raises alarms about ideological influence in school materials. Inclusive Education: Kyrgyzstan updates standards to allow adapted educational programs and individual education plans for children with disabilities, including tailored pacing, supports, and revised assessment. International Education Links: India’s High Commissioner to PNG highlights growing student travel to Indian universities and a “Study in India” roadshow. AI & Learning Debate: A new push argues education tech policy should focus on learning value—not just screen time—amid rapid AI adoption in schools.