Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
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.
Equity & Diversity Opinion Enrollment Down. Achievement Lackluster. Should This School Close?An equity researcher describes how coming district-reorganization decisions can help preserve Black communities in central cities.
Student Achievement What the Research Says What the Historic Infusion of Federal Pandemic Aid Did for SchoolsTwo new analyses of student-achievement data finds some benefits—but also deep inequities—for districts receiving federal recovery money.
Budget & Finance Some Districts Charge for School Bus Rides—If They Offer Transportation at AllTransportation charges are rarely scrutinized, but advocates say they're an equity issue.
School & District Management Districts’ Virtual Programs Are on the Chopping Block as ESSER EndsAlthough usually small in enrollment, virtual programs have been an important option for some students.
Student Achievement Opinion Does Getting Rid of the 'Zero' Fuel Grade Inflation?Not everyone thinks this student grading practice is a good idea, including some researchers and educators.
Equity & Diversity School Librarians Are Creating Free Book Fairs. Here's HowSchool librarians are turning to free book fairs in an effort to get more books to children in poverty.
Special Education
Spotlight
Spotlight on Moving From Awareness to Engagement for Neurodiverse And Autistic Students
See how schools can better support neurodiverse and autistic students, addressing barriers, elevating strengths, and building more inclusive classrooms for all.
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Belonging has become an imperative for school and district leaders navigating attendance challenges, disengagement, and staff strain. Belonging is not abstract—actions to promote belonging are central to performance and culture.
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What happens when educators get the tools to turn student curiosity into action? See how one D.C. school partnered with CYBER.ORG to laun...
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In this roundtable, special education administrators will share real-world strategies for building programs that support student growth w...
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School Climate & Safety Are School Buses Safe? An Expert ExplainsA perennial concern is getting new attention.
Student Well-Being & Movement Counselor-to-Student Ratios Show Improvement, But Looming Fiscal Cliff May Threaten GainsSchool counselor ratios have improved, but advocates warn schools could lose mental health resources as pandemic-relief dollars dissipate.
School & District Management Songs, Hugs, Haircuts: How Principals Make Morning Greetings FunHow principals set the tone for the day with their morning announcements.
Student Well-Being & Movement What the Research Says Unsafe Health Claims Dominate Social Media. Health Class Can Give Students Vetting ToolsTeenagers need better tools to avoid health misinformation, a new analysis finds.
School & District Management Super Bowl Districts Face Super-Sized Call: Should They Cancel Class for a Victory Parade?Concerned about absenteeism, district leaders face tough decisions about days off for community events.
School & District Management When Schools Merge, Principals Must Forge a New Culture. Here’s HowPrincipals must focus on building new relationships, inside and outside the school.
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