From 7c243eb62c74777c1c36dbed3fd14d1eab492a7e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Ashley Nicolson Date: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:39:03 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] Update discussion template with Copilot activation notice (#193490) * Update discussion template with Copilot activation notice Added a note regarding the pause on new activations of Copilot Student, Pro, and Pro Plus. * Update github-education.yml --- .github/DISCUSSION_TEMPLATE/github-education.yml | 9 +++++++++ 1 file changed, 9 insertions(+) diff --git a/.github/DISCUSSION_TEMPLATE/github-education.yml b/.github/DISCUSSION_TEMPLATE/github-education.yml index f11255469..b0b21db55 100644 --- a/.github/DISCUSSION_TEMPLATE/github-education.yml +++ b/.github/DISCUSSION_TEMPLATE/github-education.yml @@ -7,6 +7,15 @@ body: Before you post, check our [SDP FAQ](https://gh.io/sdp-faq-nd) for answers to common questions. If your question isn't covered, select a Feature/Topic Area and start your discussion. We're here to help, share, and learn together—ask questions, offer advice, or connect with other students and educators! **Please do not post personal information or images of your evidence.** + - type: markdown + attributes: + value: | + > [!IMPORTANT] + > New activations of **Copilot Student, Pro, and Pro Plus** are currently **paused**. + > + > Your GitHub Education verification is active and **has not been removed**. When signups resume, you’ll be able to activate the Education benefit if you’re still eligible, and **Copilot Free remains available** in the meantime. + > + > We don’t have an estimated timeframe to share yet. Updates will be posted in the [community announcement](https://github.com/orgs/community/discussions/192963). Thanks for your patience while we work to make this experience more reliable. - type: dropdown attributes: label: "🏷️ Discussion Type"