Leadership
Education news, analysis, and opinion about effective school and district leadership
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 decisionmaking.
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? Yay 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.
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.
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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School & District Management Explainer The 4-Day School Week: What Research Shows About the Alternative ScheduleMore 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 OutWe curated a fun way for you to take care of yourself as you worry about students, colleagues, and your school.
Recruitment & Retention Download Ease the Teacher-Hiring Process with AI (Downloadable)Clear criteria and privacy protections are critical when using technology to smooth the hiring process.
Professional Development Teachers Like It. Research Is Promising. Is This the Solution to Teacher PD?A GAO report finds that teachers like collaborative teaching—and it has some preliminary research support too.
Recruitment & Retention AI Is Changing Teacher Hiring. Here’s HowTeachers may not be aware that AI underpins both commercial and DIY hiring systems, raising concerns.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on CTE and Beyond: Expanding Opportunities for Students
This Spotlight will help you explore innovative approaches to CTE, real-world learning experiences, and more.
Reading & Literacy
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Literacy Intervention?
Answer 7 questions about literacy interventions.
Mathematics
Spotlight
Spotlight on Math Intervention
This Spotlight will help you provide targeted math support, address math anxiety, promote student success, and more.
IT Infrastructure & Management
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About IT Infrastructure & Management?
Answer 7 questions about IT infrastructure and management.
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Recruitment & Retention Inside the Superintendent Hiring Process, and Where It Can Go WrongA superintendent’s arrest in Iowa exposed weaknesses in a district's vetting of its top leader.
Equity & Diversity Opinion In Today's Political Climate, Teachers Must Center EmpathyKwame Sarfo-Mensah offers guidance on how teachers can model courage and leadership for students.
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.
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