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Recruitment & Retention
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Ease the Teacher-Hiring Process with AI (Downloadable)
Clear criteria and privacy protections are critical when using technology to smooth the hiring process.
Professional Development
Teachers Like It. Research Is Promising. Is This the Solution to Teacher PD?
A GAO report finds that teachers like collaborative teaching—and it has some preliminary research support too.
Recruitment & Retention
AI Is Changing Teacher Hiring. Here’s How
Teachers may not be aware that AI underpins both commercial and DIY hiring systems, raising concerns.
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.
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.
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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Discover practical strategies to redefine career readiness in K–12 and move beyond credentials to develop true capability and character.
- School & District Management Opinion 6 Years Ago, Schools Closed for COVID. Have We Learned the Right Lessons?A school administrator outlines four priorities to guide true recovery from the pandemic.School & District Management How Assistant Principals Build Stronger School CommunitiesFrom middle to high school, assistant principals share what they've done to increase engagement and better student behavior.School Climate & Safety What 3 Top Principals Do So Students Feel Like They Belong at SchoolPrincipals use belonging, mentorship, and creative incentives to boost attendance.School & District Management Opinion My Surgeon Gave Me a Lesson in School LeadershipWhen a personal health issue forced me to get vulnerable with my staff, I learned a lot from my doctor.Student Achievement The ‘Pandemic Babies’ Are Now in 1st and 2nd Grade. How Are They Doing?Achievement is still lower for kids who were toddlers during the pandemic—even though they didn't experience school closures.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.
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Address the root causes of chronic absenteeism, boost student success, and build belonging across campus with the Chronic Absenteeism Tod...
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Districts are already making large financial investments into core programs. So why are they still buying more resources to make up for what their textbooks can't do?
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Test your knowledge and explore what sets high-impact math instruction apart from traditional methods.
Reading & Literacy
Spotlight
From Decoding to Growth: Every Student’s Journey Forward
This Spotlight highlights what students need to become confident and capable readers, starting with a strong foundation in decoding.
- Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Why a Good School Needs Both Coaches and RefereesIf teachers are forced into being referees, they can't fill that role properly or coach well, either.School & District Management Opinion 12 Strategies Administrators Can Use to Prevent Staff Burnout (and Their Own)Creating a healthier school culture begins with building trust, but it doesn't end there.Families & the Community How Parents Can Support Teachers In and Out of the ClassroomOnline commenters say stronger parent partnerships can improve behavior and learning.Student Well-Being & Movement Q&A Cellphones: The 'Most Formidable Adversary' Schools Have Ever FacedThe Spokane schools in Washington paired cellphone restrictions with expanded extracurricular activities.Budget & Finance 4 Ways States Could Reduce Property Taxes—And What It Means for SchoolsBudgets beware: States are eyeing property-tax caps, exemptions, or eliminating them altogether.School & District Management Video Meet the 2026 Superintendent of the YearA Texas schools chief says his leadership is inspired by his own difficulties in school.
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