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Solving Chronic Absenteeism Isn't 'One-Size-Fits-All,' This Leader Says
Proactive, sensitive communication with families can make a big difference.
Recruitment & Retention
District Leaders Want to Retain Talent. They Need to Look Beyond Just Compensation
There are steps K-12 leaders can take to keep teachers and principals in the leadership pipeline, administrators say.
School & District Management
Opinion
The News Headlines Are Draining Educators. 5 Things That Can Help
School leaders can take concrete steps to manage the impact of the political upheaval.
School & District Management
Texas Leader Named Superintendent of the Year
The 2026 superintendent of the year has led his district through rapid growth amid a local housing boom.
Student Well-Being & Movement
How a District Used Data to Fight Students' Gambling and Vaping
School officials figured out when kids faced the most pressure and worked from there.
School & District Management
On Capitol Hill, Relieved Principals Press for Even More Federal Support
With the fiscal 2026 budget maintaining level K-12 funding, principals look to the future.
Budget & Finance
How Do Schools Solve a Problem Like Property Taxes?
Politicians or activists in at least 10 states are pitching the end of one of schools' chief revenue sources.
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- Budget & Finance From Our Research Center The 'Zero-Sum Game' of School Budgets and Teacher PensionsPensions represent a rising cost, but many school district administrators don't understand how they work.School & District Management Opinion The Blind Spot More Educators Need to RecognizeA simple activity in a training session caused a chain reaction that strengthened an educator's leadership for decades to come.School Climate & Safety Opinion Restorative Justice, the Classroom, and Policy: Can We Resolve the Tension?Student discipline is one area where school culture and the rules don't always line up.School & District Management Opinion 9 Ways Schools Can Improve Life for Teachers and StudentsEducators suggest low-cost strategies to improve the education experience for teachers and learners alike.Recruitment & Retention Explainer 4 Things to Know About the Messy Landscape of Grow-Your-Own Teacher PrepFrom residencies and apprenticeships to disparate grow-your-own programs, locally focused teacher preparation is in flux.Student Well-Being & Movement Students Don't Want to Talk About Politics, EitherThe election is occurring at a time when many schools are discouraged from having tough conversations in class.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on Where Learning Meets Opportunity: Connecting Classrooms to Careers Through Real-World Learning
This Spotlight highlights a growing shift toward career-connected learning, which blends academic content with real-world applications.
Student Achievement
Spotlight
Spotlight on Prevention Over Remediation: The Role of Strong Tier 1 Instruction in MTSS
This Spotlight highlights how effective Tier 1 instruction in grades K–5 can improve literacy and math outcomes.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on How Schools Can Elevate Their CTE Offerings
CTE is evolving to meet the demands of a high-tech economy by including AI literacy, advanced technical skills, and real-world experience.
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- Student Well-Being & Movement School Cellphone Bans Gain Steam as Los Angeles Unified Signs OnThe Los Angeles Unified School District board of education has voted to ban students from using smartphones in its schools.School & District Management The Harm of School Closures Can Last a Lifetime, New Research ShowsThe short-term effects on students when their schools close have been well documented. New research examines the long-term impact.School & District Management Video 'Students Never Forget': Principals Call for Help After School ShootingsSchool leaders are lobbying Congress for more financial support for schools that experience gun violence.School & District Management Opinion In School Leadership, Busy Is a Given. Chaos Is a ChoiceThere will never be enough time, money, or resources to solve every problem in education, so we must learn to operate within constraints.Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Youth Sports Are About More than Just WinningA good athletics program introduces students to life lessons, and a good coach understands his or her impact.School & District Management How Sweltering Heat Disrupts Learning and What Schools Can DoExtreme heat is becoming more common across the United States. Schools need to start preparing now.
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