Microsoft Unveils 'Classroom' App and Announces Retirement of Free Office 365 A1 for Education from 2028

Microsoft has introduced a new dedicated 'Classroom' app for K-12 schools and universities, which integrates assignments, grades, and AI tools. Concurrently, the company will retire free Office 365 A1 education licenses and the Student Use Benefit at institutions' first contract renewal or extension on or after January 1, 2028, requiring schools to review student licensing needs.