Leadership
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Budget & Finance
4 Ways States Could Reduce Property Taxes—And What It Means for Schools
Budgets beware: States are eyeing property-tax caps, exemptions, or eliminating them altogether.
School & District Management
Video
Meet the 2026 Superintendent of the Year
A Texas schools chief says his leadership is inspired by his own difficulties in school.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Want Kids to Have Better SEL Skills? Try Using Sports
In a panel discussion, district leaders and an expert discuss why sports is a great place to learn life skills.
School & District Management
How Parents Can Support Teachers In and Out of the Classroom
Online commenters say stronger parent partnerships can improve behavior and learning.
School & District Management
Heritage Foundation Targets Undocumented Students’ Access to Free Education
The conservative group put forward Project 2025, which has shaped Trump administration policy.
Recruitment & Retention
What Makes a Strong Teacher Hire? Here’s What School Leaders Say
Recruiters for K-12 districts told the EdWeek Research Center what they look for in educator applicants.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Q&A
Cellphones: The 'Most Formidable Adversary' Schools Have Ever Faced
The Spokane schools in Washington paired cellphone restrictions with expanded extracurricular activities.
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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Discover the latest dyscalculia research insights, state-level policy trends, and classroom strategies to make math more accessible for all.
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Belonging isn’t a slogan—it’s a leadership strategy. Learn what research shows actually works to improve attendance, culture, and learning.
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Learn how leadership teams can increase alignment and evaluate every program, practice, and purchase against a clear strategic plan.
- Student Well-Being & Movement Video How Urban Schools Bring Lessons to Life Through GardeningSchool gardens can connect classroom lessons with the wider world while offering lifelong learnings for students.Student Well-Being & Movement Interactive Tips for Turning a School Garden Into a Rich Learning OpportunitySchool gardens boost learning by blending academics with hands-on skills like SEL, finance, and community involvement.Student Well-Being & Movement Download How to Grow a School Garden on a BudgetStart a school garden with repurposed materials, community support, and creative learning—indoors or out—on any budget.Recruitment & Retention Will Fired Federal Workers Consider Teaching? Some Schools May Soon Find OutThousands of federal employees face unemployment. Some states and districts see an opportunity to recruit skilled workers to the classroom.Student Well-Being & Movement Federal Efforts Have Curbed Teen Vaping. Will the Recent Cuts Change That?Efforts to curtail youth vaping may be in peril after dramatic federal staffing cuts.School & District Management Research Is Shedding New Light on Superintendents to Help Them SucceedAn emerging body of research examining the leaders of the nation's 13,000 school districts is yielding actionable insights.
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In this roundtable, special education administrators will share real-world strategies for building programs that support student growth w...
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Science of Reading 3.0 is here! With contributions from 18+ top experts, we are widening the lens on literacy to advance the science of r...
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on Where Learning Meets Opportunity: Connecting Classrooms to Careers Through Real-World Learning
This Spotlight highlights a growing shift toward career-connected learning, which blends academic content with real-world applications.
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.
- Student Achievement Opinion A Brief History of Grading—and What That Means for Schools TodayModern grading emerged at the turn of the 20th century and may be ripe for a rethink.School Climate & Safety Rising Reports of School Violence Are Pushing Teachers to Want to QuitEducators are being met with violence and aggression from various sources, and it's causing them to consider leaving the profession.School & District Management How Principals Can Resolve Heated Conflicts With Parents and TeachersThree tips for school leaders to manage complicated and emotional disagreements.Student Well-Being & Movement Teens Are Looking for Mental Health Support Online. What That Means for SchoolsYoung people are turning to websites, social media, and apps for mental health support.Student Well-Being & Movement Q&A How to Address Parents' Concerns That SEL Goes Against Their ValuesA Texas instructional coach shares insights she has learned from talking with hesitant parents.Student Achievement Students' Lack of Focus Is the Top Barrier to Learning, School Leaders SayCOVID-19's lingering impact on schools includes a lack of student focus, per the National Center for Education Statistics.
Superintendent, Barrington Public Schools
Barrington, Rhode Island
Superintendent - Hopkins Public Schools
Hopkins, Minnesota
Superintendent - Moore County Schools
Carthage, North Carolina
Superintendent - Inver Grove Heights Schools
Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota