> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # ❤️‍🩹 The rising market for student and worker support. K-12 Math - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/the-rising-market-for-student-and-worker-support-k-12-math/ - Published: 2025-08-22T14:51:54.000Z - Updated: 2025-08-22T14:51:54.000Z - Description: From absenteeism and student care to workplace protections, leaders are rethinking how institutions prepare graduates for a changing labor market. Register before it's too late for the HolonIQ Back to School Summit in NYC this September! - Author: QS - Tags: AI & Digital Innovation **Hello** 👋 Mental health and wellness is becoming a talent and retention issue, with ripple effects across the education-to-work pipeline. Employers and policymakers are taking notice, from [Malaysia’s National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights](https://www.ilo.org/resource/news/ilo-welcomes-malaysias-first-national-action-plan-business-and-human-rights?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to Egypt’s [expanded protections for workers in education](https://filgamaa.com/%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AA%D8%B9%D9%84%D9%8A%D9%85-%D9%88%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AA%D8%A3%D9%85%D9%8A%D9%86%D8%A7%D8%AA-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A7%D8%AC%D8%AA%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%B9%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%B4%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%83%D8%A9/?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Universities, meanwhile, are ramping up investments in student well-being to prepare graduates for workforce realities—such as the [University of Indianapolis’ 24/7 TimelyCare services ](https://news.uindy.edu/2025/08/18/university-of-indianapolis-expands-mental-health-support-to-students-with-timelycare/?ref=newsletters.qs.com)and [Ottawa’s research collaborations](https://www.uottawa.ca/en/news-all/university-ottawa-unveils-its-latest-research-chairs-partnership-ottawa-academic-health?ref=newsletters.qs.com) on equitable healthcare delivery. Rising K-12 absenteeism, nearly [double its pre-pandemic levels](https://hechingerreport.org/proof-points-7-insights-chronic-absenteeism/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), underscores where these pressures start. For education leaders and market players alike, mental health and wellness solutions are more than support services; they are shaping enrollment, retention, and labor market outcomes. ### **Chronic absenteeism rates in the US, 2017-2023** [![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/08/HolonIQ_Chronic_absenteeism_rates_in_the_US_2017_2023_HCH192PO6VM8N0CBC4KX.png)](https://my.holoniq.com/charts/HCH192PO6VM8N0CBC4KX?ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- ## **🔢 K-12 Math.** K12 Math is the key unlocking of so many future careers, and the K–12 landscape is evolving from textbooks for AI-enabled learning. With achievement gaps demanding attention, schools are turning to personalized diagnostics, on-demand tutoring, and engaging and relevant content. From computational platforms to rethinking how and what students learn, innovation is reshaping how math empowers whole futures. [HolonIQ’s analysis](https://my.holoniq.com/lists/a07f4000004jUt6AAE?skey=org%5Flist&ref=newsletters.qs.com#marketMap) unpacks this evolving space, exploring the key stakeholders, both institutions and organizations within the space. There is clear momentum and growing curiosity around how K-12 math learning intersects with digital innovation. If you aren't already a customer, [request a Demo](https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/2C1%5FV5ni4SEyLILjrqcyQnQfigrs?%5F%5Fhstc=246933147.4a0f9c817dbdb1552dab36c635584622.1688407869224.1746613712038.1746722045894.435&%5F%5Fhssc=246933147.1.1746722045894&%5F%5Fhsfp=3424558573&ref=newsletters.qs.com) today for access to the HolonIQ platform's market data, analysis, and briefings. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/08/frame_generic_dark--10-.png) Source: HolonIQ ### ⭐ AI & Digital Innovation Spotlight This week, tech firms, governments, and industry associations alike have prioritized supporting new AI skill training programs. These initiatives intend to leverage the capabilities of tech conglomerates to develop these programs. Explore the [Upskilling Marketplaces Market Map](https://my.holoniq.com/market%5Fmaps/yld6AaC7-9CGNMV6KTVMJ?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to learn more about tech solutions that aim to expand access to skill development opportunities 🤖 **The Future Skills Organisation (FSO) and Microsoft have** [**launched**](https://itbrief.com.au/story/fso-microsoft-launch-major-drive-to-boost-australian-ai-skills?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **a major partnership to address Australia's AI skills gap,** aiming to upskill over 30K educators and learners in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector within a 12-month pilot program. ⚛ **Sutherland and the Philippine government have** [**partnered**](https://www.edtechinnovationhub.com/news/sutherland-and-philippine-government-open-ai-academy-for-national-workforce-training?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **to launch an AI Academy** to train the national workforce to prepare workers with future-ready skills, including AI integration and cybersecurity, to address the impact of automation and build a digitally skilled workforce. **⚡** **BSNL has** [**partnered**](https://www.thefastmode.com/technology-solutions/43930-bsnl-partners-with-ericsson-qualcomm-cisco-nokia-for-5g-training-ai-skilling?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **with Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco, and Nokia** to provide training in 5G, AI/ML, and other digital technologies to over 2,000 students annually. --- ### **🤝 Policy & Partnerships** This week’s partnerships show universities teaming up with tech firms to fast-track AI adoption in research, teaching, and campus operations. **💻** **Universal AI University (UAi) and Florida State University have** [**partnered**](https://www.thehansindia.com/business/uai-partners-with-florida-university-996108?ref=newsletters.qs.com)to advance research in AI and entrepreneurship, aiming to prepare students for leadership roles in a digital economy. ✨ **Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Digital and Monash University** [**partnered**](https://voi.id/ja/teknologi/501657?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **to develop AI talent in the country**, aiming to attract young digital talent and promote AI human resource development. **🎓** **The University of Hawaii has** [**partnered**](https://www.govtech.com/education/higher-ed/university-of-hawaii-google-offer-ai-powered-career-guidance?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **with Google to offer an AI-powered career guidance platform for students,** using Google Cloud products to create personalized career and academic program suggestions to help graduates find jobs within the state**.** --- ## **🇺🇸 2025 Back to School Summit, Sept 9-11,NYC** Join CEOs, University Presidents, Tech Leaders, Investors and more at at the [2025 Back to School Summit](https://www.holoniq.com/back-to-school-summit/24th-annual-back-to-school-summit-new-york?ref=newsletters.qs.com), September 9–11 in New York City. [Register](https://portal.qshesummits.com/event/back-to-school-summit-2025/register?%5F%5Fhstc=246933147.d738184da4343abe38bae44e1e483919.1712954757506.1753892009101.1753984639970.303&%5F%5Fhssc=246933147.1.1753984639970&%5F%5Fhsfp=1923652471&ref=newsletters.qs.com) Now to reserve your spot. This summit will sell out! ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/08/_Images-for-B2S-2025--11-.gif) --- ## 💪 Power Moves & Funding **🌐 The Indian Government approved** [**$479M**](https://news.careers360.com/cabinet-merite-scheme-technical-education-create-jobs-iit-iim-nit-polytechnics-nep-approves-rs-4200-crore-improve?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to enhance technical education quality and governance in 275 institutions. **📝 Adda247**, a test prep Indian EdTech for public sector employment, raised [$35M](https://techobserver.in/education/indian-edtech-adda247-rakes-in-35-million-funding-from-google-westbridge-269363/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to expand its student counselling team and leadership team and accelerate its tech and product development. **🎖️ Positive Development**, a development therapy provider for autistic children, secured [$51.5M](https://www.citybiz.co/article/728957/healthworx-joins-51-5m-series-c-for-autistic-care-firm-positive-development/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to integrate AI into its technologies and expand its market footprint. **💻 Rosalyn.ai**, a US-based remote proctoring solution, raised [$7.2M](https://www.rosalyn.ai/blog/rosalyn-secures-7-2m-in-funding-to-define-the-future-of-exam-governance?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to support further development of its exam security and governance systems and expand reach. **💸 Sycamore**, a US-based school management software provider, has [acquired](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sycamore-makes-major-fintech-move-acquires-tuitionep-to-transform-how-schools-handle-payments-302529172.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) TuitionEP, a payment solution provider for schools, unifying academic, communication, and payment systems under one solution. ---