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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The Science of Reading transformed K-3 literacy. Now it's time to extend that focus to students in grades 6 through 12.
Jobs
Virtual Career Fair for Teachers and K-12 Staff
Find teaching jobs and K-12 education jubs at the EdWeek Top School Jobs virtual career fair.
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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.
School & District Management
Quiz
Meet the Big 4: Test Your Knowledge of K-12’s Power Players
K-12 purchasing power doesn’t always sit where vendors expect. Put your knowledge to the test with this quick quiz, built from exclusive insights via EdWeek Market Brief’s latest special report on Key School District Personas.
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When schools evaluate interactive displays, it’s smart to focus on specs like advanced security features, input options, annotation tools...
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The school day hasn’t officially begun, but Ms. Ramirez is already in her classroom, energized and focused. She is most excited to ...
Reading & Literacy
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Supporting Literacy Initiatives?
Answer 7 questions about supporting literacy initiatives.
- Families & the Community A New National Effort Aims to Spread Learning Beyond School WallsA new commission will explore strategies for schools to collaborate with their communities.School & District Management Epstein and School Photos? How a Social Media Controversy Pulled in K-12 DistrictsDistricts have had to respond to a social-media fueled controversy about the sex offender and financier.Families & the Community Teachers Say Behavior Problems Aren't Just About Students. It’s the ParentsParents are the third rail of the discipline conversation. Teachers say they need backup from their school leaders.Recruitment & Retention Dozens of Teacher Pathways Fuel This District’s Talent PipelineA California district's homegrown teacher pathways work to secure a stable, well-trained teaching force.School & District Management Many Assistant Principals Aren’t Seeking Promotion. Here’s WhyThe assistant principalship isn’t just a stepping stone to the top job in a school.School Climate & Safety This Key Factor Helps Students Feel Safe at SchoolStudents who believe educators take their safety concerns seriously are more likely to feel safe.
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Chief of Schools
Fairfax County, Virginia
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Madison, Wisconsin