Education Funding
Two Dozen States Sue Trump Over $6.8 Billion School Funding Freeze
The administration violated the Constitution by withholding billions from schools, the lawsuit says.
Law & Courts
Trump Admin. Can Proceed With Ed. Dept. Layoffs, Supreme Court Rules
The agency can now continue with the layoffs of 1,400 employees.
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Equity & Diversity
Opinion
It’s Time for Courageous Education Leaders to Defend Equity. Here’s How
Here’s how K-12 education leaders can create enduring equitable school systems.
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‘A Nice and Gentle Disrupter’: Meet the New Principals of the Year
The award went to middle school principal Damon Lewis and high school principal Tony Cattani.
Teaching Profession
Fewer Teachers Plan to Quit, But Pay and Burnout Are Still Major Issues
Teachers still feel overworked and underpaid, but some signs suggest things may be slowly improving.
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Read about new teachers’ experiences and needs in their first few years in the classroom.
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Reading & Literacy
Explore the latest news and insights around teaching students how to read.
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Want to Motivate Students in STEM? The Way You Explain Things Matters
How teachers explain tricky math and science concepts can affect students' motivation in their STEM classes.
Many Kids' Parents Didn't Go to College. You Can Still Motivate Them in STEM
Students whose parents did not go to college often do not feel they have the necessary support to excel STEM subjects.
Students Don't Think Cellphones Distract Them From Learning STEM. Teachers Disagree
New surveys of teens and teachers show how far apart the two groups are on this issue.
Teachers, Parents, or Peers: Who Motivates Students Most to Pursue STEM?
Encouragement from adults—like teachers, school counselors, and parents—is crucial for motivating students in STEM.
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VIDEO: Veteran Educator Larry Ferlazzo Retires, Reflects on His Career
Ferlazzo will continue his Education Week opinion blog and plans to be a volunteer teacher to incarcerated youth this fall.
School & District Management
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How Federal Cuts Are Affecting School Meals and Local Farmers
Elimination of the $660 million Local Food for Schools grant means less fresh food for students, and a financial hit for local farmers.
School & District Management
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This District’s Solution to Teacher Burnout? 4-Day School Weeks
A small Ohio district uses a four-day school week to recruit and retain teachers, while improving their work-life balance.
Teaching
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Teachers, Try This: Graphic Novels to Enhance Any Subject
By incorporating graphic novels in the classroom, students can see themselves reflected in the characters, while covering timely topics.
Student Well-Being
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How a School Has Changed Its Menu After Losing USDA Funds for Local Food
The loss of a USDA local food grant has forced menu changes at this rural Tennessee school district, and local farmers have lost business.
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Market Analysis
Deeper Look: What Happens After Signing an Outcomes-Based Contract
The experiences of the Jackson Public Schools offers a window into how a district made its performance-driven expectations a reality.
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What This Superintendent Thinks Vendors Need to Know About The Newest AI Certification
A superintendent who worked on Digital Promise's new Responsibly Designed AI shares his AI must-haves.
Meeting District Needs
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The Connection Between Curriculum, Professional Development and Teacher Morale
A nationwide survey of classroom teachers asked about the support they want, and what they're missing.
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K-12 Market News
Despite Push to Pare Back Ed Tech, Report Finds Districts' Inventories Are Still Growing
Though the numbers trend upward, districts are becoming more selective, doubling down on vendors who can demonstrate one specific, yet crucial, aspect about their products.
- LeadershipStudent Well-Being A State Chief's Order to Schools: Provide Free Meals for All—With No New FundingOklahoma's state superintendent told districts to fully cover student meal costs. Districts say the mandate is costly and unenforceable.
The Online Behaviors Most Harmful to Kids’ Mental Health, According to a New SurveyA new survey asked 11- to 13-year-olds how they felt when they engaged in certain behaviors online.Trump Sues California Over Law Letting Trans Athletes Compete in K-12 SportsThe Justice Department filed the lawsuit after California on Wednesday refused to repeal its state law.Policy & PoliticsFederal Trump Admin. Says Undocumented Students Can't Attend Head Start, Early CollegeThe administration issued notices saying undocumented immigrants don't qualify for Head Start and some Education Department programs.
How Medicaid, SNAP Changes in Trump's Big Budget Bill Could Affect SchoolsThe bill will stress a major funding stream schools rely on, leading to ripple effects that make it harder for schools to offer free meals.See How Much Federal Money Trump Is Holding Back From Your DistrictHundreds of districts will lose more than $1 million each, according to a new analysis.Teaching & LearningCollege & Workforce Readiness Most Teens—and Girls Especially—Say Finishing College Is Important, Poll SaysA majority of U.S. teenagers—70% of girls and 54% of boys—are prioritizing graduating from college.
These High School Graduates Earned a Diploma—and a $74,000 Teaching ContractThis district's 'grow-your-own' program includes an extra incentive: a generous starting salary for graduates who come back to teach.Want to Teach in Oklahoma? You May Have to Prove You're Not 'Woke'The state is partnering with PragerU to develop an assessment for incoming educators.TechnologyEd-Tech Policy Could a Digital Driver’s License Help Students Manage Their Cellphone Use?Experts say that schools need to teach students healthy cellphone habits, even if their devices are banned at school.
Microsoft, OpenAI Partner With AFT to Train Teachers on AIThe announcement comes as a rising number of school districts are providing AI training to teachers and administrators.How This District Cut Hundreds of Ed-Tech Tools and Saved $1MDenver Public Schools has saved about $1 million from culling digital tools.
