Rules for Engagement
The Rules for Engagement blog explored the nonacademic issues that bear on students’ learning. This blog is no longer being updated, but you can continue to explore these issues on edweek.org by visiting our related topic pages: social-emotional learning, student well-being, and school climate.
School Climate & Safety
Use of School Shooter Drills Has Increased Significantly Since Newtown Shootings
The first new federal data on many school safety measures since the 2012 shootings in Newtown, Conn., show increases in use of active shooter drills, anonymous threat reporting systems, and security cameras in schools.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Suicide Rates Climb Dramatically for Young Black Children, Study Finds
A steady overall suicide rate for children ages 5-11 obscured an increase in suicide among young black children over the last 20 years, a study finds.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Schools Legally Obligated to Address Effects of Trauma on Students, Suit Says
Are schools legally obligated to address the effects of student trauma in the classroom? A new lawsuit against the Compton Unified School District says that they are and that many fail to do so.
School Climate & Safety
School Bullying: Education Department Touts Drop in National Rate
The U.S. Department of Education found cause to celebrate after one federal measure of bullying dropped to its lowest rate since agencies began tracking it in 2005.
School & District Management
Researchers: Measures of Traits Like 'Grit' Should Not Be Used for Accountability
Measures used to assess student progress in development of social and emotional traits are limited and should not be used to penalize or compare schools, Angela Duckworth and David Yeager wrote.
School Climate & Safety
Cleveland Schools Plan for Verdict by Addressing Emotional, Safety Needs
As Cleveland awaits a verdict in a high-profile police shooting case, schools are preparing for emotional discussions and safety concerns that may arise.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Schools Gardens Are a Growing Trend. What's Growing in Yours?
Education Week wants to explore the growing trend of school gardens. Submit photos to our crowd-sourced project to show us what students are growing in yours.
Equity & Diversity
Obama to Launch 'My Brother's Keeper' as Independent Organization
My Brother's Keeper, a key initiative of Obama's administration, was launched in 2014 to address the needs of boys and men of color. President Obama is preparing to continue those efforts when he leaves office.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Baltimore Students, Out of School After Riots, Try to Process Events
Out of school Tuesday after riots broke out in their city, Baltimore students said they hope classroom discussions will help them understand the death of Freddie Gray and the deeper challenges of poverty and racial tension.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Baltimore District Responds to Unrest, Announces School Cancellations
Baltimore schools detail plans as demonstrations continue in response to the death of a man in police custody earlier this month.
School Climate & Safety
The Absolute Best School Climate Blogging (This Week): Pondering Popularity Edition
Young students answer what makes a kid popular (hint: Instagram followers). Plus, links on engagement, race, discipline, and school safety.
Curriculum
Ed. Dept.: Title IX Coordinators Must Have Independence, Training, Visibility
Schools must have well-trained Title IX coordinators who are visible and known to students, the U.S. Department of Education said in guidance released Friday.
Equity & Diversity
Duncan on Transgender Students: Ed. Dept. Has 'Tried to Be As Clear As We Can'
U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan told reporters he's not sure of any department plans to issue specific civil rights guidance on transgender students. Here's why some civil rights groups say such guidance is necessary.
School Climate & Safety
The Absolute Best School Climate Blogging (This Week): Sound of Silence Edition
Students spend a day in silence to demand better school climate for LGBT peers. Plus links on growth mindset, teacher perspectives, race in the classroom, and the home lives of students.