Federal
Linda McMahon Backs Trump’s Push to Dismantle Ed. Dept.: 'It's Not Working'
McMahon faced questions amid changes to the Education Department that are already underway.
Federal
5 Key Takeaways From Linda McMahon's Confirmation Hearing
McMahon pledged to maintain school funding even as she works to end the Ed. Dept.
Early Childhood
Kindergarten Play Makes a Comeback, and Boys Benefit
The modern kindergarten has little time for movement and play. Not so in this teacher's classroom.
• This is part of a special report on boys and school
• This is part of a special report on boys and school
Social Studies
Opinion
The Three Essentials of Teaching a Black History Class
Launching a new Black history course is a challenge. It should be.
• This is part of a collection: Why We Need Black History Education
• This is part of a collection: Why We Need Black History Education
Federal
Teachers’ Union Sues Over Sensitive Data Accessed by Elon Musk's DOGE
The complaint accuses federal agencies of letting DOGE access Americans' personal information.
Science
Leader To Learn From
Computer Science for All: This District Leader Is Making It a Reality
A computer science program pays big dividends.
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1 / 8[Kids] rise to the occasion over, and over, and over, and over again, if you have people who believe in them and people who remove barriers and put opportunities in front of them.
We knew from that point on that we had built a bridge, that our students could feel normal, they could play with their own siblings at home. And I think for us, that was everything.
When parents and students feel connected to school, they are more likely to come.
I’ve sat in a room with other educators and other HR folks, and they all agree, we need to pay teachers more.
When it comes to equity work, if you put your human hat on and don’t worry about the terminology or whatever...then we’re on to something.
If we want to fix this equity issue in terms of not enough girls and students of color enrolling in computer science, I believe we need to start them young.
It’s not just a one-off. It’s not just a program. Family engagement has to be embedded, just like curriculum and instruction.
If you choose nothing, then the world is going to take you where it takes you. Isn’t it much more powerful if you drive your own ship and guide your own path, so that you can actively make those choices, as opposed to the world making the choices for you?
Does Social-Emotional Learning Really Work? Educators Had a Lot to Say
The emphasis on teaching social-emotional skills continues to expand across K-12 schools.
The SEL Skills Google, Microsoft, and Other Top Companies Want Schools to Teach
Senior executives from U.S. companies put a high priority on so-called "soft skills."
Are Today's Students Really Less Independent Than Previous Generations?
Experts say social-emotional learning strategies are available for teachers to help students become more independent.
Elementary Students Can’t Manage Their Emotions. What Schools Can Do to Help
Many teachers say kids' coping skills are not as good as they used to be.
Reading & Literacy
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Answer 7 questions about cultivating student engagement in reading.
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Student Well-Being
Video
Teachers, Try This: Use Dance to Boost Engagement and Learning
From physics to math, this dance teacher shows how incorporating movement can increase student engagement and understanding.
Student Well-Being
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Teachers, Try This: Activities to Build Classroom Culture and Connection
This theatre teacher incorporates movement into his lessons to enhance student connection. Here's how other teachers can do the same.
Teaching
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Teachers, Try This: Take Classroom Lessons Into the Wild
This Wisconsin district utilizes its school forest to translate classroom lessons into the outdoors.
Student Achievement
Video
What the Dismal Nation's Report Card Means for Reading and Math
The latest results of the National Assessment of Educational Progress show declines in students’ reading with some modest progress in math.
Student Well-Being
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Teachers, Try This: Combine Movement and Academics in the Classroom
A P.E. teacher shares some ideas for incorporating movement into the classroom for greater student engagement and more effective lessons.
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Meeting District Needs
Market Analysis
Trump Has Vowed to Disrupt Education. Here's How Companies Can Navigate the Tumult
Industry insiders offer advice for providers on how they help school district clients weather uncertainty over funding and policy.
Strategy & Operations
K-12 Market News
Ed Company Department Directors Feel Ready for Promotion. Their Bosses Don't Agree
The new survey from the Ed-tech Leadership Collective finds that a lack of mentoring is seen as an obstacle to career advancement.
Strategy & Operations
Industry Insight
'How You Win': Curriculum Associates' Departing CEO on Building Trust With Districts
Rob Waldron, who is leaving his role at the curriculum company, talks about how his organization withstood change in the sector and grew.
Regulation & Policy
K-12 Market News
Trump's First Steps to Take Apart the Ed Department — and Other Takeaways for Ed Companies
The administration's push to nix scores of contracts could have a major impact on companies' and schools' access to research.
- LeadershipStudent Well-Being Schools Close as Flu and Other Respiratory Illnesses SpikeSome schools are temporarily closing to stop the spread of infection—or because too many staff are sick.
The Reasons Behind the Poor NAEP Scores, According to TeachersEducators on social media weigh in on what's behind the recent drop in student test scores.This School Counselor Has a Four-Legged Trick for Getting Tweens to Open UpThe 2025 School Counselor of the Year supports hundreds of middle schoolers with help from her therapy dog, Winston.Policy & PoliticsLaw & Courts Denver Schools First District to Sue Trump Admin Over ICE Policy in SchoolsDenver Public Schools became the first school district to sue the Trump administration challenging its ICE policy.
McMahon Declines to Say If Black History Classes Are Allowed Under Trump OrderThe comment came during an exchange with Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., about Trump's executive order on "radical indoctrination."Linda McMahon Says Trump Can't Eliminate Ed. Dept. Without CongressEliminating the education department wouldn't mean reducing funding for schools, Trump's education secretary nominee said.Teaching & LearningTeaching Profession The National Teacher of the Year Finalists Spotlight Literacy's PowerThe four 2025 Teacher of the Year finalists highlight literacy’s power to engage students and shape lifelong readers.
How Schools Can Expand Dual-Language Immersion ProgramsBipartisan state and local demand for dual-language immersion programs continues to grow.New York City's New Curriculum Gets Caught in the 'Math Wars'An initiative aimed at raising student achievement doesn't give students enough practice with foundational skills, some say.TechnologyEd-Tech Policy More States Are Moving to Ban Cellphones at School. Should They?While cellphone bans are popular with many educators, some researchers say there's not much evidence yet that these policies work.
What Schools Look Like Without the Cellphone DistractionStudent behavior has improved and disciplinary referrals have gone down, administrators say.How a District's Embrace of Esports Is Transforming Special EducationEsports can help build 'soft skills' such as collaboration and teamwork, for students in special education, one district leader says.
