{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/657c82564969990016c55eb9/681372416ac0e5213bde3dcd?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Latest education wins and bills to watch as May begins","description":"<p>In this quick update episode of <em>Statehouse Spotlights</em>, host Ashley Mullins highlights the latest legislative action on education policy as we head into May. From new literacy and math investments to historic school choice expansions, states continue to prioritize student-centered reforms—despite fiscal challenges and tight deadlines.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Ashley walks listeners through major updates in Texas, Indiana, Tennessee, and more, spotlighting the bills that are advancing, the policies heading to governors, and the emerging trends to keep an eye on. Whether it’s expanded ESAs, math screeners or phone-free schools, these updates show how state leaders are staying focused on student success.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe for more timely education policy news—and share this episode with a colleague or policymaker who’s tracking what’s next in K-12 reform.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with us on social media:</strong>&nbsp;</p><p> 📍 <a href=\"https://twitter.com/ExcelinAction\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">ExcelinEd in Action on X (formerly Twitter)</a>&nbsp;</p><p> 📍 <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/excelinedinaction\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">ExcelinEd in Action on Instagram</a>&nbsp;</p><p> 📍 <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/excelinedinaction\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">ExcelinEd in Action on Facebook</a>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>","author_name":"ExcelinEd in Action"}