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New Survey: When Choosing a School for Their Children, Majority of Parents Consider Artificial Intelligence Policies

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Personalizing learning is AI’s biggest benefit, according to 42% of parents; double the share who cite preparing students for future careers.

MIAMI, Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — More than three-quarters of U.S. parents (76%) support at least some use of artificial intelligence in schools, and nearly eight in ten (78%) say a school’s approach to AI matters when evaluating education options for their child, according to a new national survey conducted by the National School Choice Awareness Foundation (NSCAF).

While parents generally support AI in education, they are most persuaded by its potential to help meet students’ individual learning needs. Asked which argument in favor of AI they find most compelling, the largest share of parents (42%) selected AI’s ability to personalize learning to each student’s needs and pace, more than double the share who cited preparing students for AI-driven careers (21%). Smaller shares pointed to AI’s ability to provide instant feedback and tutoring support (12%), make learning more engaging (7%), or give teachers more time for individualized attention (6%).

“Finding the ‘right fit’ and personalizing the choice of a school for each child has become the goal of school choice,” said Shelby Doyle, senior vice president of policy and national partnerships at the National School Choice Awareness Foundation. “What’s interesting to me is that parents are bringing that lens to how they think about the decisions that happen inside the school itself, focusing on AI’s potential to personalize education first and foremost.”

Parents’ support for AI is accompanied by clear concerns about how it should be used. Nearly half (48%) say their biggest concern is that AI could make students too dependent on technology. Others cite concerns about cheating (16%) and weakened critical thinking skills (12%).

“Parents aren’t looking for technology to replace teachers,” Doyle said. “They’re looking for thoughtful approaches that use technology to support learning while preserving the critical thinking, creativity, and relationships that remain essential to a quality education.”

The survey also found that parents are approaching the new school year with a mix of emotions. Nearly nine in ten parents (88%) say they are at least somewhat excited about back-to-school season, while 67% also report feeling at least somewhat stressed.

This report is based on a survey of 2,053 U.S. parents of school-aged children ages 4–17, conducted by the National School Choice Awareness Foundation from July 24 to July 31, 2026, using SurveyMonkey’s national audience panel. Results were weighted to reflect the national population of parents by key demographic characteristics, including age and gender. The margin of error is ±2.2 percentage points at the 95% confidence level.

The full results of the survey are available at https://myschoolchoice.com/opportunities/survey-july-2026.

The National School Choice Awareness Foundation (NSCAF) raises broad and positive awareness of school choice through three charitable programs: Navigate School Choice and Conoce tus Opciones Escolares, which focus on researching, developing, and promoting comprehensive, unbiased school navigation resources for families, as well as National School Choice Week, which celebrates effective education options each January. NSCAF does not advocate for or oppose legislation at any level of government and is steadfastly nonpartisan and nonpolitical.

 

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ePayPolicy Makes Inc. 5000 List for 5th Year in a Row

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The company ranked no. 2267 on the annual list, while also surpassing 12,000 active customers on their insurance payments platform.

NEW YORK, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Inc. today announced that ePayPolicy is No. 2267 on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most well-known ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list provides a data-driven snapshot of the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Past honorees include companies such as Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Oracle, and Patagonia.

This was ePayPolicy’s 5th time to apply, and 5th time in a row to earn a spot on the list. The company also recently surpassed 12,000 insurance customers on their payments network.

“We’ve looked forward to the Inc. 5000 awards these last 5 years because they bring attention to the team’s hard work, and are like mile markers for our growth,” said ePayPolicy CEO Mark Engels. “And while we’re proud of what we’ve accomplished so far, we’re even more excited about what we still have in front of us.”

“Every company on the Inc. 5000 has a story of perseverance, smart decision making, and a refusal to sit still,” says Mike Hofman, editor-in-chief of Inc. “Their growth reflects more than strong financial performance–it reflects creativity, resilience, and the customer focus required to build companies that make a lasting impact. We congratulate all honorees on this significant achievement.”

ePayPolicy’s platform is built solely for the insurance industry, serving carriers, MGAs, premium finance companies and agencies. What began with a mission to make online ACH and credit card payments more accessible for the industry over 10 years ago has expanded to a collection of AR/AP tools designed to make sending and receiving payments a seamless experience, across the connected insurance payments network. Recent feature announcements, such as Finance Connect and Network Payables, enhance the connectivity, speed and security of payments across the insurance payments network.

About ePayPolicy
ePayPolicy offers easier payment tools, built just for insurance. ePayPolicy’s products bring insurance payments up to speed for agencies, carriers, MGAs and premium finance companies, with secure online payment pages, automated check processing, payables reconciliation and more. Over 12,000 insurance companies trust ePayPolicy and their expert, live support team to handle their payments every day.
Learn more: ePayPolicy.com

Inc. 5000 Award Methodology
Companies on the 2026 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2022 to 2025. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2022. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2025. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2022 is $100,000; the minimum for 2025 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons.

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CodeMettle Awarded First Option Year on Five-Year Army Indefinite Quantity Indefinite Delivery (IDIQ) Contract Awards

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CodeMettle’s INB2 software enables automated command and control for the Army’s next-generation edge network orchestration solution.

ATLANTA, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CodeMettle has been awarded the first Option Year on its five-year Indefinite Quantity Indefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract awarded in 2025 to deliver ConOptic commercial product software licenses and post-deployment support services for the U.S. Army’s Integrated Network Operations Battalion and Below (INB2), Command and Control Network Optimized for Warfighting (C2NOW), and Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) programs. The award reinforces CodeMettle’s expanding role in enabling unified, resilient, and modernized tactical networks across the Department of Defense (DoD). With a ceiling value of $45.2 million, the IDIQ establishes long-term software license procurement and technical support flexibility under these programs and across the Army.

Under the direction of the Capability Program Executive Command and Control  Information Network (CPE C2IN) and Project Manager Command and Control Data/Artificial Intelligence (PM C2 Data/AI), the contract provides the foundation for fielding, training, software support, cybersecurity, engineering, and advanced troubleshooting to thousands of existing and new ConOptic users Army-wide.

CodeMettle’s ConOptic software platform and INB2 solution is a critical enabler of next-generation radio management and edge network orchestration, capabilities that are central to the Army’s Tactical Network Operations (TNO) strategy and crucial for maintaining advantage in disconnected, degraded, and contested environments. This contract includes the ongoing delivery of software licenses to support satellite communication operations, radio and waveform integration, and distributed network visualization and management.

“Our capabilities unify and simplify the Army’s Integrated Tactical Network from the edge to the enterprise,” said Richard Graham, CEO at CodeMettle. “Regardless of the environment, we deliver scalable and intuitive software that empowers the warfighter with decision advantages at the edge through real-time network management and control as well as enhanced situational awareness.”

About CodeMettle

CodeMettle develops scalable commercial software for defense, government, and commercial organizations. Its products address complex data integration, network operations, and process-management challenges in demanding operational environments.

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Executive Presence Recognized on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

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DENVER, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Inc., the media brand and playbook for entrepreneurs and business leaders, announced that Executive Presence has earned a coveted spot on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List, an annual prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S., released today, showcasing the best of the best in entrepreneurial business. Ranked by percentage revenue growth from 2022 to 2025, the Inc. 5000 list provides a data-driven snapshot of the country’s most resilient and dynamic privately held companies. This marks a significant milestone for Executive Presence, a diverse team of ex-consultants, writers, and media strategists who specialize in replacing corporate white noise with meaningful ideas that spark conversations.

With an overall national ranking of 1451 and one of 110 companies recognized this year that were started in 2022, Executive Presence joins an elite group of businesses that have demonstrated not only impressive revenue growth but also agility and resilience in an ever-changing environment.

“This recognition is a testament to our team’s relentless drive and our ability to adapt and iterate,” said Justin M. Nassiri, Founder and CEO of Executive Presence. “Everything we do is about learning and responding, like a heat seeking missile. For our clients, we see what content works so we can create more of it. For LinkedIn, we see what works as a platform so we can take advantage of that. So, iteration is really important.”

According to Inc.com, The 2026 Inc. 5000 honorees have demonstrated exceptional growth while navigating economic uncertainty, inflationary pressure, and a fluctuating labor market. Together, this year’s honorees generated more than $385 billion in 2025 revenue, created 627,208 jobs in the past three years, and posted over $200 billion in revenue growth since 2022—underscoring the vital role that entrepreneurial businesses play in driving the U.S. economy.

“We’ve challenged ourselves this year to grow not just in numbers, but by being intentional about who we work with,” says Nassiri. “We’ve become better at working with the right type of leaders and organizations by selecting those who have a differentiated viewpoint and something to say publicly. Being named to the Inc. 5000 is a powerful affirmation of the dedication our team brings every day and the meaningful relationships we’ve built with our clients and partners. I’m proud that what started as a hyper niche focus – executive thought leadership on LinkedIn -has expanded into something that every company sees the value in. This is no longer an exploration or a bet – this has become table stakes for companies.”

Complete results of the 2026 Inc. 5000, including company profiles and a searchable database, can be found at https://www.inc.com/inc5000

About Executive Presence
Executive Presence is a strategic communications firm composed of former consultants, writers, and media strategists who specialize in turning leaders into thought leaders. They take individuals within a company and use their point of view, their experience, and their network to amplify a company’s message. Executive Presence replaces conventional corporate white noise with compelling, conversation-starters designed to elevate executive brands and amplify corporate messaging. Utilizing LinkedIn as its primary medium, Executive Presence partners with leaders to turn their core insights into authentic industry influence. For more information, please visit https://executivepresence.io/

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