Federal Policy

The latest news about federal policy, including articles, Commentaries, and special features.

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After Early Progress, Ky. School Struggles to Turn Around

After three years, a $1.5 million investment, and a huge staffing shake-up, the long-troubled former Shawnee High School in Louisville, Ky., remains on tenuous ground. (June 11, 2013)

Spotlight on No Child Left Behind (NCLB)

This Spotlight looks at where adjustments have been made to the controversial NCLB and what lies ahead for the law and schools.

Spotlight on the Stimulus

This Spotlight brings together the latest information and analysis on the federal economic-stimulus package.

Spotlight on Race to the Top

This Spotlight examines insider perspectives on Race to the Top policy, the role of standards in the competitive grant program, and states' preparations to secure their piece of the funding pie.

Issue Backgrounder

For background on this topic, see:
• Adequate Yearly Progress
• No Child Left Behind
• Title I

Politics K-12 Blog

06/19 07:06 pm | House Committee Passes Partisan NCLB Renewal Bill | Another markup of the Elementary and Secondary Education bill, another totally predictable partisan vote.

Multimedia

K-12 American Since 1981
This interactive timeline digs deep into the Education Week archives to tell the story of U.S. education over the past 30 years, with a special focus on presidential terms.

On-Demand Webinar

The Economic Stimulus and K-12 Education
Two representatives from the U.S. Department of Education and a district schools superintendent discussed the impact of the Economic Stimulus.

Special Collections

Commentaries: The Federal Role in Education
These essays have been adapted for Education Week from the recently published book Carrots, Sticks, and the Bully Pulpit. The explore federal involvement in education policy.

Turnaround Watch: The School Improvement Grant Program
Education Week looks at how SIG funds are being used in efforts to revitalize some of the nation's lowest-performing schools.

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Commentary
Giving Cognition a Bad Name
The downplaying of cognitive skills could have a negative impact on the education of children from poor families, writes Mike Rose.
January 15, 2013 - Education Week
Chicago Years Inform Ed. Secretary's Views on Gun Violence
Arne Duncan is among those tasked by the White House to craft proposals in the wake of the Newtown, Conn., shootings.
January 11, 2013 - Education Week
K-12 Aid Forecast Still Hazy Despite Fiscal Cliff Deal
Federal education programs win a temporary reprieve from deep cuts, but federal policymakers face a new deadline in March.
January 8, 2013 - Education Week
Head Start Gains Found to Wash Out by 3rd Grade
Most of Head Start's academic benefits are fleeting, according to the latest findings from the national Head Start study.
January 8, 2013 - Education Week
Discipline Policies Shift With Views on What Works
After millions of "get tough" suspensions and expulsions, educators nationwide look for ways to ensure safety and keep students in school.
January 4, 2013 - Quality Counts
District Race to Top Winners Turn to Implementation
The 16 victors splitting $400 million in district Race to the Top awards include charters, midsize systems, and two consortia.
January 4, 2013 - Education Week
Federal Effort Aims to Transform Learning Technologies
A National Science Foundation program is attempting to create a space within the agency devoted to supporting research on advanced learning technologies.
January 3, 2013 - Education Week
Newtown Massacre Reignites Federal Gun-Policy Debate
The killings of 26 elementary school students and staff members add pressure for action on the politically polarizing firearms issue.
December 18, 2012 - Education Week
In Newtown's Wake, Psychologist Shares Experience From '89 Tragedy
A school psychologist called in to work with students and staff in Stockton, Calif., says mental health professionals now have a clearer idea of how to respond.
December 18, 2012 | Updated: December 26, 2012 - Education Week
Security Steps Said to Avert More Deaths at Conn. School
Despite the scope of last week's school shooting tragedy, Sandy Hook educators did everything right, according to authorities on school security.
December 18, 2012 - Education Week

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