Teacher Turnover: What To Know About Educator Attrition in 2025
In most industries, it’s important to keep a close eye on workforce turnover rates as an indicator of economic status. For the education marketplace, teacher turnover is more important to watch because of its wide impact on education in America. We’re taking a closer look at rates of teacher turnover today and how these trends […]
A 2025 Look Back at Common Changes in Education in 2021
Blog Post Resources We spoke with Agile’s Directors of Strategic Accounts, Connie Davis and Toni Elsberry, who noted that the ever-changing education landscape remains highly unpredictable. Staffing shortages, shifting enrollment, and ongoing concerns about learning loss remain top of mind for educators. Over 70% of teachers feel troubled, according to the K-12 Annual Teacher Spending […]
Marketing to Teachers: Proven Strategies To Boost Engagement (2025)
Explore effective strategies and solutions for enhancing your marketing to schools while aligning outreach efforts with relevant purchasing cycles.
The Gap Year Goes Mainstream Why More High School Grads Are Pressing Pause Before College
Blog Post Educator Perspective Just a few years ago, taking a “gap year” after high school was often seen as a luxury—a path for affluent students to backpack through Europe or volunteer in faraway places. However, by 2025, that perception has shifted dramatically! Increasingly, high school graduates across the socioeconomic spectrum are choosing to delay […]
Teachers Rediscovering Their Why: Staying in the Classroom When It’s Hard to Stay
Blog Post Educator Perspective I remember the day I first stepped into my classroom—bright-eyed, heart-pounding, with lesson plans and dreams of changing the world one student at a time. I clung to my “why” that first year like a lifeline. I was here to make a difference. To be the teacher I once needed. To […]
School List Targeted: How States Flag Underperformance + What It Means for Vendors
Learn how states flag underperforming schools based on school and student performance data, and how vendors can support targeted schools.
Why Agile’s Approach Outperforms Native Targeting in Digital Advertising
Struggling to reach educators with native ads? Learn how Agile’s verified data and custom targeting deliver stronger engagement and better leads.
Bridging the Skills Gap: How Universities Can Align Curricula With Workforce Needs
Discover how universities can align curricula with workforce needs, and how solution providers can support this shift toward career readiness.
Let Kids Be Kids: The Importance of Play in Education
Blog Post Educator Perspective Sometimes, people hear the term “let kids be kids,” and they interpret it negatively. However, sometimes, we forget that kids are kids and need to be treated as such at school and elsewhere. Children are little people who get tired, have emotions and frustrations, and are still learning. Aren’t we all? […]
Tapping Into Discretionary Funds in Schools With Smarter Data
Discover how discretionary funds in schools create fast, flexible sales opportunities—and how education providers can connect with schools ready to spend.
Changes in Education: How Providers Can Adapt To Stay Ahead
Discover how education is evolving with new technologies, teaching methods, and policies. Explore key trends shaping the future of learning.
Teacher Burnout
Blog Post Educator Perspective We are a few weeks from the end of the school year. This time of year is exciting, stressful, and…interesting, especially lately. April and May consist of standardized tests, finals, award ceremonies, field days, and celebrations, and it is also time for educators to renew their upcoming school year contracts. So, […]
HEA Policy Shifts Update: How Are Educational Stakeholders Responding?
Explore the latest HEA policy updates, how institutions are responding, and how solution providers can adapt to stay aligned with shifting regulations.
A Guide to Standardized Testing
Tis the season for…standardized testing. Nationwide, schools are preparing for their state assessments, as teachers and students have been preparing all year for these tests. This preparation involves a rigorous review of the curriculum, practice tests, and targeted interventions for students who may be struggling. Spring isn’t the only thing in the air, as educators […]
Grant Writing Resources and Tips: Secure Funding and Strengthen School Relationships
Explore grant writing tips and resources to secure funding, expand outreach, and drive innovation—to support unique school district needs.
A Teacher-Turned-Data Analyst’s Perspective on Testing in Schools
Blog Post Educator Perspective One thing you should know about education is that there’s an acronym for everything from IDEA to FERPA. Teachers do not like wasting time. As a former educator, I can attest to this. ESSA is one of those acronyms. What is ESSA, or as I now call it, School and Student […]
Navigating Change and Funding for Public Education
The potential closure of the U.S. Department of Education presents a complex landscape of advantages and disadvantages that could significantly impact students, educators, and the educational system as a whole. Looking at it from both sides, here are some potential pros and cons. Pros Cons One of the big questions is funding, and rightly so. […]
Who Makes Purchasing Decisions for Schools?
Discover key decision-makers in school purchasing decisions. Explore the district, department heads, and other influencers who impact purchasing choices.
How Premium Education Datasets Drive Smarter Outreach
Unlock the power of premium K-12 data to target the right schools, connect with decision-makers, and drive impactful outreach strategies for success.
What’s Happening in Higher Education
Blog Post Educator Perspective It’s 2025, and the higher education landscape is at a pivotal point. Rapid technological progress, societal shifts, and the ongoing commitment to empower all learners are both exhilarating and daunting. The challenges and opportunities we face necessitate bold initiatives, innovative strategies, and collaborative efforts. Yet, our education system’s resilience in the […]
How Well Do You Know the K-12 Market? Strategies To Connect and Thrive in Education
Explore the current state of the K-12 market and discover strategies to better engage with decision-makers and navigate the evolving education landscape.
How To Market to Schools and Align With Purchasing Cycles
Discover the art of selling to the right stakeholders in school districts, precisely timing your outreach efforts with their purchasing cycles.
How to Prepare and Stay Positive During Policy Shifts in Higher Education
Blog Post Educator Perspective Change is inevitable. When a new administration steps in, change is bound to happen. Change isn’t always a bad thing and is often necessary. The biggest hurdle to overcome in higher education right now is how to overcome and adapt to these changes while providing a fair and quality education to […]
Maximizing Education Spending: 5 Strategies for Demonstrating ROI and Driving Success
Learn why showcasing a solution’s ROI to schools is crucial amid reduced funding to drive adoption and nurture lasting partnerships.