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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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School & District Management Opinion Restorative Practices Don’t Just Belong in the Classroom. Leaders Should Use Them, TooRespectful conflict resolution, starting meetings with a talking circle, and other ways this administrator is walking the walk.
School Climate & Safety Opinion What Do Restorative Practices Look Like in Schools?Such practices teach students how to resolve disputes amicably, own their actions, and be empathetic and forgiving.
Student Achievement What the Research Says Next NAEP to Take Deeper Look at Poverty's Connection to Students' AchievementResearchers say the new measure could yield a more accurate reading of how family income affects students' test scores.
School & District Management Electric Buses Hit Some Road Bumps, But They're Still Catching OnThe number of electric school buses is rising—and there’s no shortage of growing pains involving funding, legal mandates, and operations.
Student Achievement Opinion Traditional Grading May Not Be as Straightforward as It SeemsIt can demotivate students, reflect inaccurate learning, and be biased against slower learners, argues an equitable grading advocate.
Professional Development Opinion Are Your Staff Meetings Unfocused and Disjointed? Try These 5 StrategiesToo often, staff meetings do not focus on learning, which is a lost opportunity. Here's how to make them more meaningful.
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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 Should School Board Members Be Paid? More Districts Are Trying It OutSome school boards are trying to attract more diverse candidate slates. But it's still unknown whether paying members helps.
School & District Management Opinion When Should School Leaders Address Controversies Like the Israel-Hamas War?We need places committed to cultivating discussion, promoting understanding, and helping sort fact from fiction. Schools can provide that.
School & District Management Opinion Want to Drive Student Learning and Instruction? Pick 3 PrioritiesBy focusing on fewer objectives, schools can accomplish more and have a greater impact.
Student Well-Being & Movement What the Research Says What Educators Need to Know About the 'Epidemic of Loneliness' Among StudentsLoneliness could hurt student learning and worsen mental health problems, experts say.
Families & the Community Vaccine Rates Remain Down, Exemptions Are Up. What It Means for SchoolsNew federal data show that vaccine rates among schoolchildren have not rebounded since the pandemic.
Student Achievement Students' Grades May Not Signal Actual Achievement, Study CautionsHigher grades may give the false impression that students don't need extra academic support.
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