Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
Student Well-Being & Movement
Teachers Keep the Lessons of 'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood' Alive in the Classroom
Teachers say Fred Rogers' work has informed how they weave together academic and SEL lessons.
Student Absenteeism
Schools Made Steady Progress Boosting Attendance With This Strategy Change
The timing and tenor of communication with families matter, according to a new analysis.
School & District Management
Opinion
'When Are You Coming to Read to Our Class?': How a Principal Makes Time for Joy
When this elementary school leader began scheduling read-alouds, he noticed an immediate change.
School & District Management
Opinion
We’re Not Preparing Principals for the Real Job of School Leadership
A 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 Safety
Three 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 Story
North 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 Verdict
A trial scheduled for this summer pits school districts against social media companies.
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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How should districts govern AI in schools? Learn practical strategies for policies, safety, transparency, as well as responsible adoption.
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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.
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.
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.
School Climate & Safety Father Who Gave Gun to School Shooting Suspect Is Guilty of 2nd-Degree MurderColin Gray is one of several parents prosecuted after their children were accused in fatal shootings.
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.
School & District Management Los Angeles School Superintendent Placed on Paid Leave During Federal ProbeAlberto Carvalho's home and office were searched by the FBI last week.
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Connected classrooms need more than devices. Test your K–12 IT strategy savvy—from cybersecurity to interoperability.
Student Achievement
Spotlight
Tutoring Works…When It’s Done Right
Well-designed high-dosage tutoring boosts reading, math, and STEM interest, proving that targeted support drives real recovery gains.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on College and Career Readiness
Schools are blending career and technical education, internships, and AI skills to prepare students for college, careers, and beyond.
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Equity & Diversity Opinion The Myths and Realities of Culturally Responsive TeachingIt's time to stop thinking of culturally responsive practices as one more item on the to-do list.
School & District Management Opinion School Leaders Must Protect Their Own Well-Being. Here Are the 3 Areas to WatchPrincipals are under enormous stress. Don’t downplay it.
School Climate & Safety Q&A This Principal Puts Relationships Ahead of Content. Here’s HowA school leader discusses how he and his staff create a safe and supportive learning environment.
School & District Management Q&A How a School District Handled 3 Straight Years of Campus ClosuresAmid 11 closures, a superintendent shares her advice for leaders in similar situations.
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.
Middletown, CT - Superintendent of Schools
Middletown, Connecticut
Middletown, CT - Superintendent of Schools
Middletown, Connecticut
North Smithfield, RI - Superintendent of Schools
North Smithfield, Rhode Island
North Smithfield, RI - Superintendent of Schools
North Smithfield, Rhode Island