Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
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.
School & District Management
Superintendents Increasingly Report Economic Pressures on Their Districts
Nevertheless, most superintendents hope to remain in their current roles next year, a new survey finds.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Parents and Kids Feel Shut Out of Policymaking. What Schools Should Know
New survey reveals parents and kids want more voice in government decisions.
School & District Management
Opinion
‘This Isn’t Working’: Educators Share Unsolicited Advice for District Leaders
How can superintendents improve student outcomes—without micromanaging teachers?
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Is Your School’s SEL Strategy Working? The Questions Every Educator Should AskThe evidence for social and emotional learning is strong, but the field is messy.
Student Achievement These Districts Turned Summer School Into an Inviting Destination for StudentsCommunity partnerships helped with scheduling challenges. Themed programs heightened student interest.
Student Well-Being & Movement School Counselors See Rising Trauma Linked to Immigration EnforcementThe school staff whose job it is to support students say they see major signs of emotional distress.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on College and Career Pathways Designed to Serve All Students
CTE is transforming career prep: AI, high-tech training, and real-world learning connect students to in-demand jobs and future-ready skills.
Reading & Literacy
Spotlight
Spotlight on Turning Spring Assessments Into Actionable Literacy Insights
Turn spring literacy scores into action! Learn how smarter data use, growth-focused grading, and instruction can drive real progress.
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Connected classrooms need more than devices. Test your K–12 IT strategy savvy—from cybersecurity to interoperability.
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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.
Finance Director
Los Gatos, California
Human Resources Director
Los Gatos, California
Superintendent of Schools
Prince Georges County, Maryland
Superintendent, Norristown Area School District
Norristown, Pennsylvania