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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
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- School Climate & Safety Most Teachers Worry a Shooting Could Happen at Their SchoolTeachers say their schools could do more to prepare them for an active-shooter situation.Families & the Community What Schools Can Do With All Those Leftover Solar Eclipse GlassesCampaigns to recycle eclipse glasses are creating ways to teach lessons in recycling and sharing.Professional Development Q&A Teachers Dread PD. Here's How One School Leader Made It EngagingTeachers need to collaborate in their own learning, said Courtney Walker, an assistant principal from Georgia.Budget & Finance From Our Research Center Costs, Concerns, & Calls for Clarity in K-12 FinanceThe second annual Allovue Education Finance Survey examines educators' views about school funding.School & District Management Opinion Teachers and Students Need Support. 5 Ways Administrators Can HelpIn the simplest terms, administrators advise, be present by both listening carefully and being accessible electronically and by phone.Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Tests Often Stress Students. These Tips Can Calm Their NervesIt's normal for students to feel anxious about tests and presentations. Here's what the research says can help them.
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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- Recruitment & Retention What Slogan Would You Use to Recruit Teachers? Educators Weigh InThe U.S. Department of Education has called its campaign 'Teachers: Leaders Shaping Lives.' How do EdWeek readers' slogans compare?School & District Management Opinion Bad Sleep Is a Problem for Principals. Here’s What to Do About ItOur new study highlights the connection between stress and sleep among school leaders, write three researchers.School & District Management 5 Mistakes Schools Make When Building SEL ProgramsExperts weigh in on how to avoid parental and community backlash against social-emotional learning initiatives.School & District Management 3 Questions to Help Districts Find the Right SuperintendentA superintendent sets a district's tone for, potentially, years to come. Making sure the right person takes the job is no small task.Student Achievement Opinion Grade Inflation Teaches Students We Don't Mean What We SayEducation leaders need to stand up for rigor, and they need to support classroom teachers who are committed to putting that into practice.Equity & Diversity Opinion There's a Difference Between Equity and Equality. Schools Need to Understand ThatEquity looks different depending on the situation, and it's not always straightforward. That can cause confusion.
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