States
Obituary
Four-Term North Carolina Gov. Jim Hunt, a Leader in Education Reform, Dies at 88
Hunt was known as a pioneer "education governor," serving 16 years in the job.
Equity & Diversity
Trump Administration Moves to Cut Off Transgender Care for Children
U.S. officials are proposing new restrictions designed to block access to gender-affirming care for minors.
Federal
See Where the Ed. Dept.'s Programs Will Move as the Trump Admin. Downsizes
Use our guide to see which agencies will end up with which programs.
Special Education
50 Years of IDEA: 4 Things to Know About the Landmark Special Education Law
The nation's primary special education law details schools' obligations to students with disabilities.
Reading & Literacy
Video
What Happens When Middle and High Schoolers Still Struggle to Read?
When it comes to reading, teachers and experts alike say that many older students still struggle with the basics.
Teaching
Opinion
The Best and Worst of 2025's Education News
Larry Ferlazzo offers his thoughts on cellphone bans, absenteeism, vouchers, and more.
English Learners
The 10 English Learner Stories That Defined 2025
See which topics in English-learner education resonated the most with EdWeek readers this year.
Secondary Students Are Struggling With Reading, Too. A Look at the Landscape
Exclusive survey findings outline how educators perceive the obstacles affecting older students' reading.
When Older Students Can't Read: How This Middle School Is Tackling Literacy
Structured literacy classes at a New Hampshire middle school have helped some students crack the code.
Teachers Need Help Reaching Teens Who Missed Basic Reading Skills. Can PD Help?
There are far fewer PD providers to train secondary teachers on reading fundamentals.
State Reading Laws Focus on K-3. What About Older Students Who Struggle?
Should lawmakers push reading legislation to address the needs of students beyond elementary grades?
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Student Well-Being & Movement
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Spotlight on Creating Safe Havens: Confronting Digital Threats and Supporting Student Well-Being
This Spotlight explores how creating safe havens and confronting digital threats supports student and staff well-being.
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Special Education
Video
How This District Teaches Bilingual Students With Dyslexia
Students with dyslexia receive instruction in Spanish or English, depending on their dominant spoken language.
School & District Management
Video
The Enemy of Smart, Strategic Spending Decisions in K-12 Districts: Leadership Churn
The EdWeek Research Center surveyed district leaders on the barriers to long-term thinking.
Professional Development
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How One District Is Getting Secondary Teachers Up to Speed on Reading Support
A district invests in improving secondary teachers' knowledge to help students needing reading support.
Federal
Video
Here’s What the Ed. Dept. Upheaval Will Mean for Schools
The Trump administration took significant steps this week toward eliminating the U.S. Department of Education.
Artificial Intelligence
Video
These Students Are Using AI to Visualize Their Reading Comprehension
Students learn how to write AI prompts while demonstrating reading comprehension in this middle school classroom.
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Market Analysis
EdWeek Market Brief's Most Popular Stories From 2025
Education companies navigated a cautious and complex market in 2025.
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K-12 Insider
Here's How One California Superintendent is Navigating the State's Biggest K-12 Challenges
From building a housing project to adopting new math materials, Michael McLaughlin's hands are full.
Education Market
Market Analysis
What California K-12 Districts Will Need From Vendors in 2026
The state's funding outlook is buoyed by higher tax revenues, but it's unclear how long the boost will last.
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Percentage of K-12 Companies Reporting Revenue Declines Doubles from 2023
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- LeadershipStudent Achievement Are Students 'Quiet Quitting'? What the Workplace Trend Can Teach Us About K-12Students' homework production is at a record low. Is it a symptom of post-pandemic apathy?
What Surveys Revealed This Year About Educators and ImmigrationImmigration enforcement fueled fear, debate, and new pressures in schools.Is Owning a Smartphone Before High School a Health Risk? What to KnowSmartphone ownership before high school can lead to difficulties in school.Policy & PoliticsStates A School District Is 'Stuck' Between 2 States' Competing Trans Athlete RulesThe district is located in one state, but competes with teams in another that has adopted different rules.
'A Gut Punch’: What Trump’s New $168 Million Cut Means for Community SchoolsSchool districts in 11 states will imminently lose federal funds that help them cover staff salaries.A Study Shows Just How Much School Absences Soar in a Measles OutbreakThe research offers a glimpse at the toll on student learning from the spread of measles.Teaching & LearningCollege & Workforce Readiness Six Ways High Schools Are Connecting Classrooms to CareersTwo educators share tips on how to create meaningful real-world learning experiences for teenagers.
Thousands More English Learners Will Soon Be Taking a Popular Language ExamNew York to end its traditional language-proficency exam in favor of a digital test.Inside One State's Bold Plan to Keep Special Education TeachersPennsylvania's training and mentoring program works to retain teachers serving students with disabilities.TechnologyArtificial Intelligence K-12 World Reacts to Trump’s Executive Order to Block State AI RegulationsThe president says the patchwork of regulations across the states impedes AI companies’ growth.
These Schools Restricted Cellphone Use. Here’s What Happened NextPrincipals noted a decrease in discipline referrals and an increase in student engagement.What It Means for a High School Graduate to Be ‘AI-Ready’Students should learn how to use AI to solve problems, new "Profile of an AI Ready Graduate" says.
