Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
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.
School & District Management
Opinion
The One Word That Educators Can Use to Reclaim Their Joy
The work may not change, but your perspective can.
Student Achievement
Homework Assignments Less Common in High-Poverty Districts
An EdWeek Research Center survey examines out-of-school assignments by poverty level of the school system.
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.
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.
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 Climate & Safety Opinion Students Are Physically Fighting. What Can Teachers Do?Teachers need to have a plan of action in place before they ever encounter violent confrontations between students.
Equity & Diversity Florida Board of Education Restricts Bathroom Access and Pronoun Use for Trans StudentsFlorida's state board of education passed rules banning bathroom access and pronoun use for trans and nonbinary students and teachers.
Student Achievement A New Bill Would Pay Student-Teachers to Work as TutorsThe bill is part of a major push for tutoring as an academic recovery strategy as the extent of students' academic slide becomes clear.
Families & the Community Social Media Is Always Changing. Here's How Districts Can Best Communicate With FamiliesA communication consultant recommends that school districts pick their platforms and be consistent about using them.
Budget & Finance Auditors Are on the Hunt for ESSER Fraud. 5 Things to KnowDistricts in some cases have failed to follow regulations for documenting spending—but criminal fraud findings have been minimal.
School Climate & Safety How Matthew McConaughey Will Make It Easier for Schools to Get Safety GrantsThe actor aims to cut the red tape for schools that could benefit from the federal grants, but lack the capacity to apply.
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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In this roundtable, special education administrators will share real-world strategies for building programs that support student growth w...
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School & District Management First Latina Selected to Lead National Principals GroupRaquel Martinez is a middle school principal in Pasco, Wash.
School & District Management Four Things to Know From a State's Push to Switch Schools to Heat PumpsInstalling a heat pump is complex, but the payoff is well worth it, says an expert in Maine who's pushing their adoption in schools.
School & District Management 3 Things That Keep Superintendents in Their JobsTwo experienced leaders say strong relationships with the community and school board make all the difference.
Student Achievement What the Research Says Global Academic Loss Persists Nearly Three Years Into the PandemicAn analysis of data from 15 countries finds students are still behind by more than a third of a year of schooling.
Professional Development Opinion Attending a Professional Learning Session? Many Educators Don't Know WhyIt’s hard to develop a shared commitment when you don’t even know why you’re in the room.
School & District Management 5 Things to Know About How the Culture Wars Are Disrupting SchoolsDisruptions were more acutely felt in districts with more affluent and white students, but there weren't always clear-cut political lines.
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