FAFSA Overhaul: The U.S. Department of Education is rolling out the 2027–2028 FAFSA earlier than ever, saying the simplified form averages about 15 minutes to complete and lets students invite contributors by text or email. AI & Skills: Turing Award winner John Hopcroft says education should build curiosity, independent thinking, and strong foundations as AI reshapes work. Early Childhood Focus: Singapore is setting up an international advisory committee to improve preschool quality and teacher professional development, including keeping pace with AI and digital tools. Career & Technical Training: Iowa’s Indian Hills Community College won federal TRIO grants to expand Educational Opportunity Center and Educational Talent Search services for about 1,500 people annually. Higher Ed Access: China says it now has 270 million people with higher-education backgrounds as universities expand enrollment and adjust programs for labor-market needs. Student Support Tech: ZoopLoop partnered with Success Academy Charter Schools to reduce lost/damaged styluses with tethering solutions. Policy & Compliance: New Supreme Court continuing legal education rules give lawyers more choice in how they earn required credits. Arts Funding: Sonoma’s Plein Air festival raised millions for K-12 visual arts supplies and instruction.