New national research from Harvard and Stanford universities shows Newton County Schools is making academic gains faster than many comparable school districts. The 2026 National Education Recovery Scorecard indicates that student achievement in Newton County Schools is improving at an accelerated rate, reflecting the district’s continued focus on strengthening literacy, mathematics, instructional leadership, and high-quality classroom instruction. While there is still work ahead, the report points to positive momentum and confirms that the district’s priorities align with practices found in some of the nation’s fastest-improving school systems. Read the full press release and learn more about the findings: newtoncountyschools.org/depa…