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ExcelinEd in Action Statehouse Spotlights is a weekly podcast that provides quick, timely updates about K-12 education legislation across the country. Hosted by the ExcelinEd in Action Advocacy team, we track and report on bills about several key student-centered policy areas, including early literacy, the teacher pipeline, school funding, the digital divide, education choice, reimagining learning, school accountability and college and career pathways. In a nutshell: The ExcelinEd in Action Statehouse Spotlights podcast is the perfect way to stay up to date on the latest education policy news and trends during state legislative sessions from a team of experts you can trust.

Why should you listen?
You’ll find out about what’s trending in K-12 education policy in state legislatures.You’ll stay informed on how bills are changing, stalling or advancingYou’ll learn which state legislative champions are shaping the future of education.You’ll be inspired to take action to improve education for all students.
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Latest Episodes:

Quick Update: Mid-February education bill highlights Feb 19, 2025

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In this episode of Statehouse Spotlights, host Ashley Mullins highlights the latest education policy developments from state legislatures in mid-February 2025. From trailblazing career pathway bills to impactful distraction-free learning policies, Ashley breaks down the top legislative trends, wins and what to watch as lawmakers advance student-centered policies nationwide. This quick update offers valuable insights for anyone following the dynamic landscape of education reform.

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Georgia aims to be the top state for talent & career pathways | Rep. Matthew Gambill Feb 13, 2025

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In this episode of Statehouse Spotlights, host Ashley Mullins explores Georgia’s groundbreaking Top State for Talent Act, an initiative designed to strengthen the connection between education and workforce development. Ashley is joined by Representative Matthew Gambill to discuss how the legislation builds on the success of Georgia MATCH, a direct admissions program that has already led to increased college enrollment. The act streamlines students’ pathways from high school to higher education by integrating college eligibility into Individual Graduation Plans, strengthening articulation agreement and implementing a return-on-investment (ROI) analysis to measure the program’s impact.

As Georgia faces demographic shifts and an evolving job market, this initiative is positioned to ensure the state remains a leader in workforce readiness. The conversation highlights how the legislation will help students—especially those from underrepresented backgrounds—access higher education opportunities and make informed career choices. Additionally, we discuss the role of industry leaders in supporting this initiative and how lessons from other states have shaped Georgia’s approach. Tune in for a great discussion on the future of talent development and the policies driving student success.

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Quick Update: Early wins and surprises in legislative sessions Feb 06, 2025

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In this episode of Statehouse Spotlights, ExcelinEd in Action’s National Legislative Director Ashley Mullins kicks off the podcast’s revamped format for 2025. She delivers a quick, 15-minute update on key developments from state legislative sessions this week. Ashley highlights major wins for student-centered K-12 education policies, shares updates on key bills making waves across the states and discusses a few surprising turns as legislatures get to work. Tune in for insights into the policies shaping the year ahead and a preview of what’s to come in this dynamic new season of updates!

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K-12 education bills to watch in 2025 | Patricia Levesque Jan 30, 2025

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In this episode, our National Legislative Director Ashley Mullins sits down with our Executive Director Patricia Levesque to discuss the most significant K-12 education bills to watch in 2025. This discussion highlights legislative trends shaping education across the country. That's a tall order, so we made it easy for our listeners. Scroll down to find timestamps for the education policy areas you might be interested in, along with the states we mention in each section.

Timestamps:

[4:15] – 📚 Early and Adolescent Literacy (Alabama, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Mississippi)

[8:00] – 🔢 Math Education (Indiana, Florida)

[11:11] – 🎒 School Choice & Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) (New Hampshire, Texas, Tennessee, South Carolina, South Dakota)

[16:07] – 🔄 Public School Choice & Open Enrollment (Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada)

[18:24] – 🏫 Public Charter Schools (Tennessee, Colorado, Pennsylvania)

[19:26] – 🎓 College & Career Pathways (Arkansas, Georgia, Florida)

[24:05] – 📵 Distraction-Free Schools (Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Maryland, Mississippi, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Wisconsin)

[30:35] – 🍎 Strengthening the Teacher Pipeline (Arizona, Delaware, Indiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Virginia)

[32:25] – 💡 Final Thoughts & Takeaways

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Statehouse Spotlights is back! Learn what’s NEW in the 2025 season. Jan 23, 2025

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Welcome back, policy enthusiasts and education advocates! Statehouse Spotlights is returning for an exciting 2025 season. You don’t want to miss it.

Ashley Mullins, ExcelinEd in Action’s National Legislative Director, is your host this season, and she will guide us through the education bills to watch throughout the legislative season. If you’re a new listener, our podcast is your go-to for the latest updates on K-12 education legislation across the country. Whether it’s funding, literacy, math, school accountability, teacher pipeline and retention, college and career pathways, students’ digital safety, or school choice initiatives—we’ve got you covered.

Listen to this 2025 season trailer to learn how the format will be changing this year and more.

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2024 Election Results: Governors on K-12 education, chamber change-ups and more Nov 12, 2024

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Our hosts Tom Greene and Ashley Mullins are back on the airwaves during the legislative off-season for a really special episode. They’re diving into the recent 2024 gubernatorial elections and exploring what newly elected and re-elected governors are planning for K-12 education. From rethinking school funding and math proficiency to tackling early literacy, career readiness, teacher retention, and even school phone policies, there’s a lot on the horizon.

They walk through the education policy priorities of governors in the 11 states that held elections here in 2024, and also update you on some key legislative chamber outcomes that will have an impact on education policy in the coming session. Visit our blog post for a deeper dive into where governors stand on education policies.

There's a lot to cover, so jump right in and see how these leaders are planning to reshape the education landscape!

Be sure to subscribe to the podcast, so you don’t miss any future bonus episodes or season two of Statehouse Spotlights starting in January 2025.

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BONUS: Education policy wins you missed over summer break Aug 15, 2024

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In this special bonus episode of Statehouse Spotlights, hosts Tom Greene and Ashley Mullins provide an in-depth recap of the recent state legislative sessions that concluded in June and July. They will highlight key education policy changes and funding initiatives from several states.

Join us as they dive into the specifics, discuss the implications of these new laws and what they mean for students, teachers and families.

Be sure to subscribe to the podcast, so you don’t miss any future bonus episodes or season two of Statehouse Spotlights starting in January 2025.

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States we think will go big on education in 2025 Jun 06, 2024

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This is the final episode of our 2024 season of Statehouse Spotlights! Thank you to our listeners for sticking with us through legislative sessions. In this episode, we look forward to 2025, highlighting the legislation to watch out for.

Hosts Tom Greene and Ashley Mullins are joined by our team of legislative directors, who will offer their perspectives on the forthcoming policy initiatives and challenges in their respective regions. Then, ExcelinEd in Action’s Executive Director Patricia Levesque takes us through the national landscape and issues lawmakers a challenge for 2025.

Join us for this final episode and subscribe for special bonus episodes and to join us again in January 2025 for a new season.

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Education victories in the states from 2024 May 30, 2024

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In this episode of Statehouse Spotlights, we take a comprehensive look at recent education victories and setbacks across the nation. From Arizona to Missouri, Mississippi to Virginia and beyond, we examine legislative reforms, highlighting key bills and their potential impacts on education.

Hosts Tom Greene and Ashley Mullins will tour the regions, highlighting states’ efforts to enhance literacy programs, expand school choice, improve college and career pathways and much more. They’ll also touch on trending legislation to protect students from harmful social media exposure and the distraction of phones in the classroom.

Join us as we shout out the state leaders who are doing the hard work of transforming K-12 education to better serve students.

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Addressing artificial intelligence (AI) in schools with Sal Khan May 23, 2024

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In this enlightening episode, we explore the transformative impact of AI in K-12 education, from personalized tutoring to reduced teacher workload.

Our Executive Director, Patricia Levesque sits down with esteemed guest, Sal Khan, the founder of Khan Academy and Khanmigo, to discuss the benefits and limitations of AI in the classroom and how states are incorporating the incredible potential of AI to advance learning.

Khanmigo: Khan Academy's AI-powered teaching assistant & tutor - https://www.khanmigo.ai/teachers?utm_source=social&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=wham-launch

Sal's AI TED Talk: How AI could save (not destroy) education - https://www.ted.com/talks/sal_khan_how_ai_could_save_not_destroy_education

Khan Academy - https://www.khanacademy.org/

Sal's New Book: Brave New Words by Salman Khan - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/740806/brave-new-words-by-salman-khan/

Join us for this discussion and leave with an understanding of AI's promise in education and the collaborative efforts needed to harness its full potential responsibly.

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