Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
Student Well-Being & Movement
Looking for SEL's Benefits? Good Implementation Is Key, Experts Say
How well an SEL program is implemented is critical for achieving the outcomes that research promises.
Families & the Community
How K-12 Parents Feel About Immigration Enforcement Near Schools
The latest national poll found most parnets opposing ICE enforcement at or near schools.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Millions of Students Attend Schools Near Toxic Sites, a New Study Shows
The study explores schools' proximity to hazardous sites and students' exposure to pollutants.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Opinion
Is Your School’s SEL Strategy Working? The Questions Every Educator Should Ask
The evidence for social and emotional learning is strong, but the field is messy.
Student Achievement
These Districts Turned Summer School Into an Inviting Destination for Students
Community partnerships helped with scheduling challenges. Themed programs heightened student interest.
Student Well-Being & Movement
School Counselors See Rising Trauma Linked to Immigration Enforcement
The school staff whose job it is to support students say they see major signs of emotional distress.
Student Achievement
The Case for Reading Tutoring Before 3rd Grade, Not After
New research suggests virtual tutoring can boost literacy learning before kids begin to struggle.
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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Discover the latest dyscalculia research insights, state-level policy trends, and classroom strategies to make math more accessible for all.
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Belonging isn’t a slogan—it’s a leadership strategy. Learn what research shows actually works to improve attendance, culture, and learning.
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Learn how leadership teams can increase alignment and evaluate every program, practice, and purchase against a clear strategic plan.
School & District Management Houston's Sweeping School Changes: Will They Be a Case Study—Or Cautionary Tale?Houston's state-appointed superintendent has enacted an ambitious set of changes that affect nearly every part of the school day.
School & District Management Why Does the Start of the School Year Vary So Much?Decisions around school start dates don't necessarily prioritize student learning.
School Climate & Safety What the Research Says The State of Bullying in Schools, in ChartsBullying is a top safety concern for teachers. Four charts show how widespread it is in schools and what policymakers are doing about it.
Families & the Community Reported Essay Parents’ Rights Groups Have Mobilized. What Does It Mean for Students?Parents' rights groups have led the charge to limit teaching about race, sexuality, and gender. What will happen to students who miss out?
Budget & Finance Reported Essay What Does It Actually Mean for Schools to Be Public?There’s a conflict between how we fund public education and its public purpose.
School & District Management Opinion 5 Strategies to Make Every Meeting a Model of 'Exquisite Instruction'Too often, we focus on how teachers need to engage students without talking about how district leaders need to engage teachers.
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This paper presents four strategies successful schools have adopted to align their purpose with family priorities, build durable skills, ...
Special Education
Spotlight
Spotlight on Moving From Awareness to Engagement for Neurodiverse And Autistic Students
See how schools can better support neurodiverse and autistic students, addressing barriers, elevating strengths, and building more inclusive classrooms for all.
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Belonging has become an imperative for school and district leaders navigating attendance challenges, disengagement, and staff strain. Belonging is not abstract—actions to promote belonging are central to performance and culture.
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What happens when educators get the tools to turn student curiosity into action? See how one D.C. school partnered with CYBER.ORG to laun...
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School & District Management After Teachers, America's Schools Spend More on Security Guards Than Any Other RoleNew estimates from the Urban Institute indicate school resource officers cost more than $2 billion every year.
School & District Management Explainer What Does a School Principal Do? An ExplainerLearn about the principal workforce, what makes principals effective, and how schools can retain the best leaders.
School & District Management Running for a School Board Seat? This Is the Most Powerful Endorsement You Can GetNew research shows that this endorsement in school board races is more influential than any other, with virtually no downside.
Budget & Finance District Leaders Want More Time to Spend ESSER Funds—and More Money, TooOn Capitol Hill, superintendents pointed to big wins fueled by federal relief aid, from extended learning time to mental health support.
Student Well-Being & Movement What the Research Says Teachers Say Students Don’t Have Enough Time to Eat Lunch. Here’s How to Change ThatThe vast majority of teachers warn their students don’t have enough time to actually eat their food.
Recruitment & Retention Teacher Autonomy Isn't Dead. Here's How to Achieve ItAward-winning teachers and other experts suggest ways to build and maintain this cherished professional freedom.
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Wayne County, Michigan
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