Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
School Climate & Safety
Q&A
Restorative Practices Aren't Consequence-Free, Says a Student Discipline Expert
Consistent consequences are important to managing student behavior, says the author of a new book on discipline.
Student Absenteeism
The Lesson Schools Can Learn From Student-Athletes' Attendance Data
A new study has some insights for schools as they struggle to cut chronic absenteeism.
School & District Management
Opinion
Formative Assessments Aren’t Just ‘Teacher Work.’ Principals Need to Care, Too
Teachers and leaders often find themselves on different pages when it comes to student progress.
Families & the Community
Their School Burned Down. Then They Picked Up Their Paintbrushes
A group of 15 students in California used art to celebrate and grieve the school they lost to fire.
School & District Management
'Tiptoe and Be Delicate’: How Educators Are Cautiously Broaching the Iran War
Despite the volatility of the topic, classroom discussions of the conflict in Iran have been relatively muted.
Student Achievement
Opinion
Should Teachers Offer Extra Credit? Yea or Nay?
Educators discuss whether extra credit warps grading or reinforces skills students will use later.
School & District Management
How 4 Principals Use Student Voice to Improve School Culture
Principals share how to ensure students are true partners in shaping their schools.
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.
Education Funding
Webinar
Congress Approved Next Year’s Federal School Funding. What’s Next?
Congress passed the budget, but uncertainty remains. Experts explain what districts should expect from federal education policy next.
Student Well-Being & Movement Educators Want Schools Delivering Broad Array of SEL Skills, Survey ShowsAn EdWeek Research Center survey finds support for building students' communication and problem-solving.
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.
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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.
Reading & Literacy
Spotlight
Spotlight on Creating an Authentic Reading Culture
Create a culture of literacy: abundant books, explicit skills, daily reading, and real engagement that turns students into lifelong readers.
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Families & the Community Opinion Parent Engagement Is About More Than Who Shows Up to Family NightSchool leaders should treat families as partners, not spectators. Here are 7 strategies.
School & District Management Opinion Have Politics Hijacked Education Policy?School boards should be held more accountable to student learning, says this scholar.
Equity & Diversity Opinion Scrubbing Critical Conversations About Racism Isn't Helping Your StudentsFive ways to create "brave spaces" for your classroom while also embracing humanity.
Student Well-Being & Movement Letter to the Editor Charlie Kirk’s Real LegacyA teacher shares her concerns about the subject of an opinion blog post.
Families & the Community Five Ways Principals Can Act Like Community AmbassadorsHere are tips for how principals can best support their community.
School & District Management From Our Research Center Student Fear and Absences Surge as Immigration Enforcement ExpandsWhile schools report widespread effects from immigration enforcement, not all are taking action.
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