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Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
School & District Management
Q&A
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.
EdWeek Leaders To Learn From
We are excited to introduce our 2026 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.
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How Schools Are Teaching Students Life Skills
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Discover the latest dyscalculia research insights, state-level policy trends, and classroom strategies to make math more accessible for all.
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Learn how leadership teams can increase alignment and evaluate every program, practice, and purchase against a clear strategic plan.
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.
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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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School & District Management Opinion 'I Don't Know What to Do': Facing Today's Education Leadership ChallengesHere are three concrete steps for getting ahead of controversies and creating a supportive learning environment for every student.
Student Well-Being & Movement What the Research Says How Teacher Stress Management Is Crucial for Handling Student Mental HealthA Chicago program helps teachers learn how to manage their own stress in classes with more easily triggered students.
School & District Management Who Trains the Trainers in the ‘Science of Reading?’How three districts help their principals learn, practice, and sustain the “science of reading” implementation in their schools.
School & District Management Photos Six Years After Parkland Tragedy, Crews Demolish a Painful ReminderThe school building in Florida where a gunman killed 17 people is being pulled down. Victims' families have toured the site with lawmakers to push for change.
Student Well-Being & Movement By Some Measures, Students' Well-Being Has Been Stable for a Decade, Study ShowsA Stanford report examined high school students’ well-being, sense of belonging, and engagement over more than a decade.
Recruitment & Retention Candidates for School Jobs May Be Lying on Resumes. What to Do About ItA high percentage of job applicants cheat throughout the job application process. AI could make the problem worse.
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