Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
School & District Management
'Pre-Apprenticeships' Give Teachers a Taste of What It's Like to Be a Principal
Western Kentucky University is piloting a model to develop future school leaders.
Equity & Diversity
Q&A
How One School Leader Uses Music and More to Celebrate Black History
As Black History Month ends, a school leader in Norwalk, Conn., reflects on her varied approach to celebrating the month—and the significance of studying and learning from Black history.
School & District Management
Some School Staff Might Need a Measles Booster. Here Is Who's Affected
Some educators could have received their measles shots during a five-year span when an ineffective version was given.
Professional Development
Opinion
I Work With New Teachers. Every One Wanted This PD
But half of them have not been offered it in their schools. School leaders, there’s an easy fix.
Student Achievement
Opinion
Schools Experienced a 'Lost Decade.' How They Can Recover
Recent NAEP results underscore concerns about student achievement. A charter school founder suggests what to do.
Student Well-Being
Opinion
A Child Took Her Own Life After Being Bullied. Schools Must Take Notice
Making sure that children are safe in schools is not a political issue, it is a matter of humanity.
School & District Management
Extreme Weather Disruptions Compound Students' Lost Learning
Fires, storms, and other natural disasters can disrupt learning beyond just missed instruction. Planning can help schools recover faster.
EdWeek Leaders To Learn From
We are excited to introduce our 2025 class of EdWeek Leaders To Learn From. These district leaders have shown persistence and creativity as they navigate the challenges facing schools in an increasingly diverse, rapidly changing world.
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?
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School & District Management Opinion Want to Lead Your School Well? Find the Right CoachWhen done well, the positive effects can transform not only principals but schools and system.
Recruitment & Retention Why Teachers Choose Schools (It’s Not Just About the Paycheck)Multiple surveys make clear that teachers care deeply about school culture when sizing up jobs. Here's what that means.
Student Well-Being Video These Simple Classroom Exercises Can Improve Student BehaviorIncorporating yoga and mindfulness practices in the classroom has helped these students recover from the trauma of Hurricane Helene.
Professional Development Some Schools Are Taking the Lead in Teacher Training. What That Looks LikeFinalists for a national school improvment award say schools need more ongoing training.
Student Well-Being Measles Is on the Rise as Vaccinations Drop. Where Does That Leave Schools?With an outbreak in West Texas, are the conditions ripe for more measles outbreaks elsewhere?
Student Well-Being Are Today's Students Less Independent? Depends on Who You AskMost teachers say students' declining ability to direct their own learning and advocate for themselves hurts academic achievement.
IT Infrastructure & Management
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About IT Infrastructure & Management?
Answer 7 questions about IT infrastructure and management.
School & District Management
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About The Director of PD Persona?
Directors of Professional Development influence purchasing decisions, but how well do you understand the key factors at play? Test your knowledge of this key buyer persona and see how your results stack up with your peers.
Student Well-Being
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Spotlight on Student Engagement & Well-Being
This Spotlight will help you discover how educators are applying the science of reading and the importance of reading fluency, and more.
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School & District Management School Districts Navigate a Dizzying Pace of New Trump OrdersIt's new, superintendents said, but it’s also reminiscent of another unprecedented time not all that long ago.
Student Achievement Here’s What Makes Tutoring Work for Academic RecoveryTutoring can help boost student achievement, but there are concerns about how to scale it.
Student Well-Being Download How Absences Affect Everyone in the Classroom (DOWNLOADABLE)Chronic absenteeism affects the whole classroom environment. Here's how.
Student Well-Being 3 Tips for Building Independent Thinkers Who Can Manage Their EmotionsAn educator and an expert discuss ways to strengthen students' social-emotional skills.
Professional Development Opinion Principals Need Mentors, Too. How to Find the Right OneAlthough my district paired me with an official mentor, it wasn’t until I sought out one of my own that I found the right fit.
School Climate & Safety States Emphasize School Violence Prevention, Not Just SecurityIn the wake of school shootings in their states last year, legislators hope to avert future tragedies.
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