Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
School & District Management
Explainer
The 4-Day School Week: What Research Shows About the Alternative Schedule
More schools have shifted to the four-day week. How common is it? Does it save money and attract teachers?
Recruitment & Retention
What the Research Says
This State Invested in Helping High Schoolers Become Teachers. Did It Work?
The decade-old program significantly boosted the pipeline of diverse new educators.
School & District Management
What's Your Educator Wellness Score? Here's How to Find Out
We curated a fun way for you to take care of yourself as you worry about students, colleagues, and your school.
School Climate & Safety
Q&A
Restorative Practices Aren't Consequence-Free, Says a Student Discipline Expert
Consistent consequences are important to managing student behavior, says the author of a new book on discipline.
Student Absenteeism
The Lesson Schools Can Learn From Student-Athletes' Attendance Data
A new study has some insights for schools as they struggle to cut chronic absenteeism.
School & District Management
Opinion
Formative Assessments Aren’t Just ‘Teacher Work.’ Principals Need to Care, Too
Teachers and leaders often find themselves on different pages when it comes to student progress.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Then & Now
Schools and 'Family Values': A Reboot of a Familiar Debate
The "success sequence" is the latest in a long line of proposals to have schools take up responsible decision-making.
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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- Student Well-Being & Movement Parents and Kids Feel Shut Out of Policymaking. What Schools Should KnowNew survey reveals parents and kids want more voice in government decisions.School & District Management Opinion ‘This Isn’t Working’: Educators Share Unsolicited Advice for District LeadersHow can superintendents improve student outcomes—without micromanaging teachers?School & District Management Opinion We’re Not Preparing Principals for the Real Job of School LeadershipA shocking amount of school leadership is not about students. It is about adults.School Climate & Safety States Push AI Weapons Detection as Part of School SafetyThree states are considering whether to require weapons-detection systems at school entrances.School & District Management Principal Turnover Went Down in This State. But That’s Not the End of the StoryNorth Carolina lowered its principal attrition rate. Those who stay report working conditions haven’t changed.Student Well-Being & Movement Jury Finds Meta Platforms Harm Children. Why School Districts Are Eyeing This VerdictA trial scheduled for this summer pits school districts against social media companies.
Mathematics
Spotlight
Spotlight on Building Strong Foundations in Math
This Spotlight will help you discover how to help students develop conceptual understanding, effectively teach word problems, and more.
Teaching
Spotlight
Spotlight on PreK-12 Problem-Based Learning
This Spotlight will help you learn how to prepare students for the workforce, partner with students on sustainability initiatives, and more.
Mathematics
Spotlight
Spotlight on Innovative Approaches to Math Engagement
This Spotlight will help you discover how to create motivating classroom environments, connect math to potential careers, and more.
Reading & Literacy
Spotlight
Spotlight on the Early Learning Success: Literacy and Math Foundations
This Spotlight will help you explore phonemic awareness instruction, developing math fluency through problem-solving, and more.
- School Climate & Safety From Our Research Center Security Cameras Are Everywhere in Schools. Do They Work?The effectiveness of security camera systems is often compromised by lack of investment in upkeep and training.School & District Management ICE Detains Superintendent of Iowa’s Largest School DistrictImmigration officers detained the Des Moines, Iowa public schools superintendent, officials said.Student Well-Being & Movement Download Recess Can Boost Student Learning. 9 Ways to Make It Matter (DOWNLOADABLE)All kids benefit from regular, positive recess experiences. These steps can make it happen.School & District Management Former U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona to Teach at YaleThe secretary who served under President Joe Biden will serve as a faculty fellow for the 2025-26 academic year.Equity & Diversity Letter to the Editor Let DEI Thrive: How Agency and Belonging Flourish in Identity Safe SpacesWe can’t afford to let go of diversity, equity, and inclusion, writes an author and educator.Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion First Days of School at Any Age Never Lose Their PowerAt 62, I started graduate school the same day my grandson began kindergarten, proof that curiosity and growth never retire.
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