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Q&A
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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Student Well-Being & Movement
K-12 Essentials Forum
How Schools Are Teaching Students Life Skills
Join this free virtual event to explore creative ways schools have found to seamlessly integrate teaching life skills into the school day.
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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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Learn how leadership teams can increase alignment and evaluate every program, practice, and purchase against a clear strategic plan.
Families & the Community What Americans Really Think of Public SchoolsAmericans continue to give a higher grade to their local schools than to the nation's education system as a whole, a new poll finds.
School & District Management How Schools Make 'Swing Spaces' Feel Like HomeSchool leaders share tips for managing temporary “swing spaces” during renovations, from early planning to making spaces feel like home.
Equity & Diversity Another District Restores a Confederate Name to Its SchoolsThe district dropped Robert E. Lee's name from two buildings in 2020. The Lee name will be back for the 2026-27 year.
Student Well-Being & Movement What Schools Should Do—and Avoid—When Planning Active Shooter DrillsSchools should conduct active shooter drills in a way that minimizes emotional and psychological harm, a new study says.
Student Well-Being & Movement Are Students' Water Bottles Causing Classroom Chaos?Reusable water bottles can cause spills and loud noises in the middle of a lecture. Do they belong in the classroom?
Student Well-Being & Movement The Health Trends Schools Should Be Watching This YearPoor health leads students to miss school. But there are strategies schools can adopt to keep kids healthy.
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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Designed for secondary educators and leaders, this white paper provides practical examples of explicit literacy instruction that strength...
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In this podcast, Tyra Mariani, former Chief of Staff in the U.S. Department of Education, shares four questions leaders must answer to bu...
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Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion No, ‘Brain Rot’ Isn’t Ruining My Generation: What This Student Wants You to KnowInstead of viewing chaotic online humor as a problem to solve, educators should embrace it as an opportunity to connect.
School & District Management Principals Polled: Where School Leaders Stand on 10 Big IssuesA look at how principals responded to questions on Halloween costumes, snow days, teacher morale, and more.
Budget & Finance Districts Are Already Bracing for Federal Funding Cuts Under TrumpSchools could struggle to support vulnerable students if Republican proposals for K-12 cuts come to pass.
School Climate & Safety Opinion 'Get Out of the Building Now': A Teacher Reflects on ViolenceA bomb threat brings home to a veteran educator why schools and teachers matter.
Professional Development Is Bluesky the New Twitter for Teachers?Educators are trying out social media app Bluesky for building and maintaining their professional learning networks.
School & District Management Opinion You’re the Principal, and Your Teachers Hate a New District Policy. What Now?This school leader committed to being a bridge between his district and school staff this year. Here’s what he learned.
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