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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.
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- Recruitment & Retention The First Step to Hiring a Diverse School Staff: Believing It's PossibleDistrict leaders who want to prioritize diverse staffing need to search widely for new job candidates—and give them reasons to stay.Equity & Diversity Opinion What March Madness Can Teach Schools About EquityWhat if we modeled equity in action in K-12 classrooms after the resources provided to college student-athletes? asks Bettina L. Love.Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Has Spirit Week Lost Its Sparkle? Here’s What Research Says Schools Can Do About ItHow research explains why special events can lose their luster as well as how educators can change that trajectory.School & District Management 3 Tips to Help Districts Navigate Educator LayoffsKeep cuts in line with the district's overarching goals, an expert advises.Student Well-Being & Movement Weight-Loss Drugs Are the Talk of Social Media, and Teens Are ListeningWeight-loss drugs' popularity are feeding into the concerns that teenagers, particularly girls, have long had about body image.Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion School Sports Matter. How to Make Them Matter MoreThe skills we hope sports will teach are the very ones that help produce successful graduates and responsible citizens.
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 Quiz Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Emotional Intelligence?What are the traits of emotionally intelligent school and district leaders? Take this quiz to find out.School & District Management School Leaders Need Emotional Intelligence. Here's How They Build ItThe stress of the last few years has made emotional intelligence a crucial trait for educational leaders.Student Well-Being & Movement Girls' Self-Confidence Has Plummeted, a New Survey ShowsWith girls at particular risk for mental health problems, a new survey offers a glimpse at what might be driving the phenomenon.Student Well-Being & Movement What the Research Says Vaping Declines Sharply Among Older Teens But Rises for Middle SchoolersNew federal data show more younger students and girls using e-cigarettes and other tobacco products.School Climate & Safety Why These Parents Want Cellphones Banned in SchoolsEducators say parents are often quick to push back on cellphone bans in schools, but this parent group is leading the charge.Student Well-Being & Movement Video The Bike Bus: A Weekly Parade With Huge Benefits for StudentsThis alternative mode of transportation has huge benefits for students, and only requires five components to make it happen.
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