Law & Courts
Schools Routinely Search Students for Weapons Under Safety Plans. Should They?
The recent shooting at a Denver high school involved a student who was subjected to daily patdowns because of a prior disciplinary matter.
Classroom Technology
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25 Stupid Uses of Educational Technology, According to Educators
The EdWeek Research Center asked teachers, principals, and district leaders for examples of the worst uses of ed tech.
English-Language Learners
The Debate Over English Learner Terminology, Explained
As terms used to define English learners evolve, experts explain why it's not just semantics.
Curriculum
When Is It OK for Children to See Images of Human Anatomy?
Sex- and health-education experts weigh in on the Florida controversy over showing 6th graders a nude masterpiece.
Equity & Diversity
Laws That Limit Teaching About Race and Gender Imperil Music Instruction
Music educators aren't sure how to explain spirituals or jazz.
Education Funding
Congress Passed $1B for School Safety Last Year. Only 38 Districts Have Gotten Money
Only one state so far has awarded funds from a grant program that was part of Congress' response to the Uvalde shooting.

Few Students Take Computer Science. This District Offers a Blueprint for Changing That
One New York district exposes its students to computer science from prekindergarten through high school.
What Happened When a District Decided to 'Mess With High School'
Synergy at Mineola High School feels more like a tech startup than a high school. And in many ways, it is.
Schools Bought Tech to Accelerate Learning. Is It Working?
Experts say technology has helped with acceleration, but there's still a long way to go.
Misguided Use of Ed Tech Is a Big Problem. How Schools Can Help Prevent It
Despite heavy investment in educational technology, educators are often not satisfied with it.
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Families & the Community
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These Moms Ran for Their Local School Board and Won. Here’s What They've Learned
After their district brought on a new superintendent, these Michigan moms decided to run for their local school board, and they won.
Families & the Community
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Faced With the Possibility of School Closure, Parents Sprang Into Action
Due to financial challenges, a Texas district was considering closing several schools. These parents came together in search of a solution.
Families & the Community
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How School Districts and Families Can Better Engage With Each Other
Ideas for districts and families looking to build a collaborative and productive relationships.
Student Well-Being
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Teachers, Try This: Strengthen Students' Emotional Intelligence in 1 Minute a Day
This teacher incorporates a daily one-minute mindfulness exercise, and has seen huge benefits for her students, and her classroom community.
Teaching
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Teachers, Try This: Help Your Students Embrace Boredom
In this classroom, students learn what to do when there’s nothing to do—a vital skill that requires practice to understand and embrace.
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Analyst's View
Assessments That Gives Students “More Power and More Autonomy”
The CEO of ETS, Amit Sevak, sees opportunities for innovation in the new demands schools and society have for tests.
Purchasing Alert
N.J. District to Buy College and Career Readiness Software; Texas System Seeks Mentoring Services
A school system in New Jersey is looking for a college and career readiness software program, while a Texas district seeks mentoring services.
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Districts Are Engulfed in Culture Wars. What Can Education Companies Do to Help?
An EdWeek Market Brief survey asked K-12 officials what role education companies should play in helping them navigate the cultural battles erupting in school districts.
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Missouri District to Purchase Online Assessments; Texas System Looks For Mental Health Service
A district in North Carolina is looking for special services including occupational and physical therapies, while a Texas school system seeks a school-based mental health service.