School districts across various states are gearing up for the 2024-2025 school year with notable developments and adjustments. Dougherty County Schools in Georgia is focusing on early literacy and numeracy, incorporating AI for personalized learning, and launching a teacher apprenticeship program to address teacher shortages. Some North and South Carolina districts are starting earlier than state regulations permit, citing the need for calendar flexibility. In Texas and Alabama, students and parents are preparing for the new school year with specific start dates ranging from early to mid-August. Meanwhile, Mountain View Preparatory in Spartanburg County, S.C., faces challenges as students drop out due to being blocked from local athletic competitions.