School Choice & Charters
Charter Schools Now Outperform Traditional Public Schools, Sweeping Study Finds
Researchers who have studied the evolution of charter schools over two decades find that their performance has improved over time.
Law & Courts
Should 'Brown v. Board of Education' Be Renamed? The Debate, Explained
Descendants contend the companion case Briggs v. Elliott was unfairly bumped from the top of the historic decision.
School Climate & Safety
What Teachers Think About Carrying Guns at School, in Charts
More than half of educators think arming teachers would make schools less safe.
Assessment
A District Is Happy It Made This Standardized Testing Change
This district jumped through hoops to switch to a set of tests its teachers think will help students become independent learners.
Social Studies
Q&A
Amid Public School Restrictions, 'Freedom Schools' in Florida Will Teach Black History
In St. Petersburg, Fla., a summer program focuses on the diverse histories of Africans and African Americans.
Student Well-Being
In This District, Students Are Part of the Mental Health Response
Lack of transportation and unreliable internet can make it hard to find mental healthcare in rural settings.
AI Literacy, Explained
Now that AI is expected to influence fields from medicine to policing, what do students need to understand about the technology?
Teachers Need PD on Artificial Intelligence. What It Should Look Like
Schools are just beginning to think about how to integrate AI into teacher professional development.
It's Not Just About ChatGPT. Other AI Technologies Are Heading to Schools
Four experts predict how artificial intelligence will likely impact K-12 education in the years ahead.
Building AI Literacy: What One District Has Learned
Georgia's Gwinnett County public schools opened what may be the nation's first AI high school last fall. AI is embedded in every class.
Teaching
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Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Student Engagement?
Answer 7 questions about student engagement.
Recruitment & Retention
Spotlight
Spotlight on Teacher Shortages
This Spotlight will help you uncover what principals look for when hiring teachers, how a supportive culture can help retention, and more.
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English-Language Learners
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Testigos del Cambio en una Pequeña Ciudad para Latinos: La Travesía de un Estudiante
Nacido en Russellville, Alabama, de padres inmigrantes de El Salvador, Brian Santos reflexiona sobre su travesía como estudiante de EL.
Student Well-Being
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Left Homeless After a Hurricane, This Family Found Support From Their District
With the number of homeless students rising, a look at how this Florida district is providing support.
Special Education
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I Have Dyslexia. How Teachers Can Support Students Like Me
These adults with dyslexia have advice for educators working with students like them.
Teaching Profession
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What Educators Want Other Teachers to Know During Teacher Appreciation Week
For teachers and student teachers, Teacher Appreciation Week is a chance to reflect on and thank the educators who inspired them.
Teaching Profession
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What’s Motivating These Teachers to Become Educators
Representation in the classroom and creating space for special education are some of the reasons these educators are going into teaching.
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California District to Add Chat-Based Tutoring; Texas School System Seeks Special Ed Support
A district in California is looking for digital tutoring services for students, while a Texas school system seeks professional support services for special education.
Marketplace K-12
K-12 Dealmaking: Substitute Teaching Startup Secures $38M; Amplify Raises Undisclosed Series C
Swing Education's funding round comes as schools have been relying heavily on substitutes to help fill open teaching positions.
Analyst's View
International Private Schools: Growth, Change, and Pressing Needs
There are more than 13,000 of the schools globally, and they have a growing need for high-quality teachers and social-emotional learning.
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N.C. District Looking for ERP Implementation; Calif. School System Needs Mentoring Services
A school system in North Carolina is looking for ERP implementation services, while a California district seeks supplemental mentoring.
- LeadershipEquity & Diversity Federal Rule on Trans Athletes Is Delayed. Here's What That Means for SchoolsThe U.S. Department of Education announced it will not release its new Title IX rules until October, a five-month delay.
Pomp and Khaki Pants: What to Consider When Setting Graduation Dress CodesDistrict leaders should consider equity, enforcement, and community relationships when setting graduation dress standards.How to Support New Teachers So They Stay—and ThriveJob interviews that highlight schools' strengths, looking at teacher applicants' assets, and giving new hires layers of support all matter.Policy & PoliticsStates As Legal Gambling Surges, Some States Want to Teach Teens About the RisksThe effort is in its infancy, and the details of what would be taught are still to be determined.
Every State Now Lets Schools Measure Students' Success Based on Mastery, Not Seat TimeWyoming became the final state to adopt competency-based education policies when it approved a new pilot program in April.Congress Prepares to Raise the Debt Ceiling. But K-12 Funding Is Still in JeopardyFederal spending limits in exchange for raising the debt ceiling could lead to cuts for key K-12 funding like Title I and IDEA.Teaching & LearningTeaching The Concept of 'Looping' in Schools: Quiz YourselfTake our short quiz to test your knowledge of 'looping' in schools.
4 Ways Teachers Are Making the End of the Year Less StressfulWrapping up the school year can be daunting for teachers.Este Distrito Está Teniendo Éxito con Estudiantes de Inglés. ¿Puede Mantener su Impulso?Logros del sistema escolar de Alabama se ven amenazados por financiación limitada, necesidades no atendidas y política estatal moribunda.TechnologyClassroom Technology Can AI Tutor Students? Why It’s Unlikely to Take Over the Job EntirelyTutoring hinges on a strong, sustained relationship. AI bots don't possess that level of empathy or continuity yet.
What ChatGPT Could Mean for TutoringAI tools could help personalize tutoring plans, analyze coaching sessions, and potentially even take over as tutor. But is that a good idea?How Schools Can Harness AI for Learning: Advice From the Khan AcademyThe chief learning officer for the Khan Academy outlines how schools can use AI in smart, ethical ways.
