Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
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.
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.
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.
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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- 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.Student Achievement The Case for Reading Tutoring Before 3rd Grade, Not AfterNew research suggests virtual tutoring can boost literacy learning before kids begin to struggle.Student Well-Being & Movement Looking for SEL's Benefits? Good Implementation Is Key, Experts SayHow well an SEL program is implemented is critical for achieving the outcomes that research promises.Families & the Community How K-12 Parents Feel About Immigration Enforcement Near SchoolsThe latest national poll found most parnets opposing ICE enforcement at or near schools.
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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District leaders must balance strategy and connection to rebuild belonging, strengthen staff culture, and drive student success.
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This paper explores four conditions that influence retention and highlights how one school cultivated them to produce notable shifts in staff reten...
- Student Well-Being & Movement The School Role Helping Prevent Misbehavior Before It StartsExperienced teachers can spot signs of trouble in students early in the school day.Student Well-Being & Movement Half of 16-Year-Old Boys Are Gambling. What Can Schools Do?A Common Sense Media report examines adolescent boys' experiences with gambling and gambling-like activities.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.
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