Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
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 decisionmaking.
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
How 4 Principals Use Student Voice to Improve School Culture
Principals share how to ensure students are true partners in shaping their schools.
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.
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.
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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.
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Learn how one district turned Portrait of a Learner into an aligned, systemwide practice that sticks.
- 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.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.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.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.
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What happens when educators get the tools to turn student curiosity into action? See how one D.C. school partnered with CYBER.ORG to laun...
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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 Well-Being & Movement Online Messages About Masculinity Hurt Boys’ Self-Esteem. How Educators Can HelpBoys online frequently see messages about making money, building muscle, and fighting or using weapons.Student Absenteeism Should Parents Face Criminal Penalties for Their Children's Poor Attendance?Schools shift from a punitive approach with penalties for truancy to a greater emphasis on prevention.Professional Development Opinion Yes, Teachers Should Discuss Their Politics With Each Other at WorkTelling personal stories breaks down barriers and models what can be done in the classroom.Leadership 5 Big Ideas That Will Define the Future of EducationWith massive federal changes and looming questions about AI, K-12 education is at a crossroads.School & District Management A Growing Number of Superintendents Say the Job Stress Isn't Worth ItAt the same time, superintendents this year identified fewer sources of job-related stress in a new survey.School & District Management Opinion 3 Tips to Help Principals Handle the Government ShutdownWhen the federal government shuts down, the ripple effects eventually reach schools.
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