EdTech news, week of July 6, 2026

Monday, July 6, 2026

1. 0104:00 UTC

   Michigan schools to get a $250 per-pupil increase in funding

   2 outlets · first: wupy101.com Policy

   Machine summary Michigan's new education budget adds $250 per student, with major investments in science-of-reading training, literacy coaches, and tutoring. Michigan schools will receive a $250 per-pupil funding increase. Michigan schools to get a $250 per-pupil increase in funding.

   1. A portion of new spending targets literacy: science-of-reading teacher training, literacy coaches, and tutoring programs.
   2. The weighted funding formula providing extra dollars for at-risk and English learner students continues, along with increases for special education and CTE.
   3. Free school meals for all students were preserved, and the budget includes funding to address the teacher shortage.
   4. Governor Gretchen Whitmer and State Superintendent Glenn Maleyko praised the plan, but it still requires the governor’s signature.

   Reported by wupy101.com and mix93.fm.

   • Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

1. 0222:15 UTC

   UN report finds uneven progress on Sustainable Development Goals

   3 outlets · first: english.news.cn Policy

   Machine summary The report cites gains including expanded access to drinking water, sanitation, electricity and internet, while noting continued extreme poverty, food insecurity and maternal mortality.

   1. According to The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2026, only 36 percent of assessable SDG targets are on track, nearly half are stalling and 15 percent have regressed.
   2. UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed said at the report's launch that the SDGs are sound and deliver where backed by political will and resources, and warned of a deepening crisis in the means of implementation.

   Reported by english.news.cn, bignewsnetwork.com (Big News Network) and china.org.cn.

   • The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2026

2. 0303:00 UTC

   Bega Valley's 236-Place Childcare Plan Targets 200-Seat Early Learning Gap

   2 outlets · first: edenmagnet.com.au Policy

   Machine summary Bega Valley Council has endorsed sites for two 118-place early learning centres to close a documented 200-place childcare shortage across the shire.

   1. Two preferred locations were endorsed by the Council: South East Regional Hospital, which is in Bega, and 112-114 Imlay Street in Eden.
   2. Each facility is designed to accommodate up to 118 children — 236 places combined.
   3. Council reports and a full study of childcare services and waiting lists found the shire 200 places short of demand.
   4. Mayor Russell Fitzpatrick said securing a government funding injection is 'the big issue' to open the centres.
   5. Southern NSW LHD chief executive Margaret Bennett said a hospital-site childcare hub would help 'sustain and grow our workforce'.

   Reported by edenmagnet.com.au and batemansbaypost.com.au.

   • South East Regional Hospital
   • Bega Valley Council

3. 0420:30 UTC

   Coverage recordhotaugusta.com: “More Than 60 Students Learn Coding and Robotics at Augusta University Summer Camp”

   1 outlet · first: hotaugusta.com K12 technology

   The outlets that reported this event are listed with links to their reports; no summary of ours passed our automated checks for it, which says nothing about the event (how they work).

   Reported by hotaugusta.com.

   • Augusta University

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

1. 0522:30 UTC

   Near North school board reports enrolment up, deficit down in budget

   2 outlets · first: timminspress.com K12 technology

   Machine summary According to timminspress.com, the Near North school board reported higher enrolment and a smaller deficit in its budget.

   1. Enrolment is up in the Near North school board budget, according to timminspress.com.
   2. The deficit is down in the Near North school board budget, according to timminspress.com.

   Reported by timminspress.com and elliotlakestandard.ca.

Thursday, July 9, 2026

1. 0623:30 UTC

   Watchdogs report $225 million in alleged school fraud

   3 outlets · first: kfdm.com Policy

   Machine summary nbcmontana.com reported that the State Financial Officers Foundation and Open the Books say more than $225 million meant for students was allegedly lost to fraud over six years, based on Education Department inspector general reports. The groups cited about 90 cases in 24 states and Puerto Rico involving alleged schemes such as embezzlement, fake invoices and kickbacks, while supporters cautioned that the total likely represents only a portion because it covers cases investigated by that office. The groups said they hope the findings prompt stronger financial oversight, and SFOF chair Kimberly Yee said more oversight and accountability are needed.

   Reported by nbcmontana.com, kfdm.com and fox17.com.

   • Open The Books
   • State Financial Officers Foundation

2. 0702:00 UTC

   Upper Iowa University to add three bachelor's degrees this fall

   2 outlets · first: kcrg.com Higher ed tech

   Machine summary The university said the additions are part of its strategic plan, Impact 2028.

   1. Vice president for academic affairs Billie Cowley said the new additions "represent our continued commitment to providing students with flexible, relevant and career-focused educational opportunities."
   2. The release stated the new programs fit into the university's strategic plan, Impact 2028.

   Reported by kcrg.com and ktiv.com.

   • Upper Iowa University

Friday, July 10, 2026

5 events. The full rundown for July 10, 2026. The most covered:

1. 11:00 UTC FCC reviews E-Rate school internet subsidy program 10
2. 16:15 UTC Virginia and Ohio explore three-year bachelor's degrees 7
3. 12:30 UTC Leifras begins school club activity support in Fujisawa City 2

What kind of news was it?

1. Policy 5
2. K12 technology 5
3. Ai in education 1
4. Higher ed tech 1
5. Industry 1
6. Learning platforms 1