Groups like Common Sense and Future Ready Schools announced their latest efforts to ensure the effective use of technology in education.

State edtech leaders say states, schools and communities all have a role in making personalized learning a reality.

From Future Ready Schools to statewide one-to-one initiatives, Mao brings "a wealth of experience and knowledge ... that few, if any, could match."

Bergland organized grassroots support and drafted seven bills to back digital learning in her state.