Leadership
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Families & the Community
How K-12 Parents Feel About Immigration Enforcement Near Schools
The latest national poll found most parnets opposing ICE enforcement at or near schools.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Millions of Students Attend Schools Near Toxic Sites, a New Study Shows
The study explores schools' proximity to hazardous sites and students' exposure to pollutants.
School & District Management
Opinion
The One Word That Educators Can Use to Reclaim Their Joy
The work may not change, but your perspective can.
Student Achievement
Homework Assignments Less Common in High-Poverty Districts
An EdWeek Research Center survey examines out-of-school assignments by poverty level of the school system.
Student Well-Being & Movement
School Counselors See Rising Trauma Linked to Immigration Enforcement
The school staff whose job it is to support students say they see major signs of emotional distress.
Student Achievement
The Case for Reading Tutoring Before 3rd Grade, Not After
New research suggests virtual tutoring can boost literacy learning before kids begin to struggle.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Looking for SEL's Benefits? Good Implementation Is Key, Experts Say
How well an SEL program is implemented is critical for achieving the outcomes that research promises.
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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Discover the latest dyscalculia research insights, state-level policy trends, and classroom strategies to make math more accessible for all.
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Belonging isn’t a slogan—it’s a leadership strategy. Learn what research shows actually works to improve attendance, culture, and learning.
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Learn how leadership teams can increase alignment and evaluate every program, practice, and purchase against a clear strategic plan.
- School Climate & Safety A Surge of Violent School Threats Creates a Communication Crisis for DistrictsSchool threats requires districts to juggle nuanced messages for parents, students, and communities.School & District Management Video Tour a School Built to Stay Open in Extreme WeatherRiver Grove Elementary is built to stay open, with the lights on, as extreme weather strikes.Equity & Diversity Educators Tend to View Black Girls More Harshly. Here Are the ConsequencesSchools discipline Black girls more frequently and severely than their white peers—even for similar incidents.School & District Management Opinion From One Superintendent to Another: Get PoliticalStrong relationships with political leaders help create a supportive network for your schools, even amid partisan turbulence.School Climate & Safety Schools Respond to Surge of Threats After Georgia School ShootingBomb threats, copycats, and pranks—some from outside the United States—have disrupted schools across the nation.Equity & Diversity Students Fell Behind During the Pandemic. Who Stayed Behind?Not enough students are receiving the support they need, and there's a disproportionate toll on the most vulnerable students.
Special Education
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About the Keys to Successful Dyslexia Education?
Answer 7 questions about the keys to successful dyslexia education
Reading & Literacy
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Early Structured Literacy Education and Its Lasting Impact?
Answer 7 questions about early structured literacy education and its lasting impact on children
Reading & Literacy
Spotlight
When it Comes to Reading: A Great Start Keeps Kids in the Race!
It takes more than phonics to master literacy. This Spotlight delves into what else can be keys to helping students on that journey.
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A good student planner can be a game-changer for students of any age. However, to make the best choice, it is important to understand why and how these materials benefit children, what key features to look for and how to choose the best student planners for your requirements.
- School & District Management Racial and Gender Disparities in the Superintendent's Office, in ChartsA study of America's second-largest state adds to research detailing deep gender and racial disparities in districts’ top positions.Recruitment & Retention Q&A What Will Teacher Shortages Look Like in 2024 and Beyond? A Researcher Weighs InTuan Nguyen has been collecting teacher-vacancy data for years now. He shares what he's learned so far and his forecast for future turnover.School & District Management What District Leaders Were Reading This Year: Top 10 StoriesWhat were the most pressing issues for school district leaders in 2023?School & District Management Opinion How One State Is Talking About School ImprovementThe country's longest-serving state schools chief addresses what's changed in the field of education during her tenure.School Climate & Safety 5 Key School Safety Conversations for DistrictsSchool districts face challenging decisions about issues like swatting calls, policing, and safety drills.School & District Management 3 Tips for School Leaders to Nurture Teachers' Well-BeingTwo experts in the mental health field share advice for how school leaders can mitigate teacher stress levels.
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