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Law & Courts
In New Term, Supreme Court Set to Tackle Case on School Board Members' Social Media Use
The docket for education cases looks more modest than last term, but cases on magnet schools and transgender students could be added.
Education Funding
The Federal Government Might Shut Down (Yes, Again). Here's What Schools Need to Know
At first, most districts can expect business as usual if the federal government shuts down. But some districts risk losing funding soon.
Federal
Biden Credits School Shooting Survivors as He Creates Gun Violence Prevention Office
President Biden announced the first-ever White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, fulfilling a long-time goal of school shooting survivors.
Law & Courts
Appeals Court Blocks District Policy That Requires Students to 'Respect' Gender Identity
The federal appeals court panel holds that the policy is likely unconstitutionally vague under the First Amendment.
Federal
Dianne Feinstein's Fight to Stop Gun Violence in Schools Central to Her Legacy
The California Senator will be remembered for her strong support of gun restrictions to stop school shootings.
Law & Courts
School Districts Are Poised For a $23 Million Payout in New Opioid Settlement
If the settlement is approved, school districts will be able to apply for grants to address the effects of opioids on their students and staff.
Federal
Obituary
Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California, an Advocate for Liberal Priorities, Dies at Age 90
Feinstein pushed for bans on military-style weapons after the 2012 mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut.
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Reading Instruction and AI: New Strategies for the Big Education Challenges of Our Time
Join the conversation as experts in the field explore these instructional pain points and offer game-changing guidance for K-12 leaders and educators.
States State Laws Restricting Curriculum, Pronoun Use Cause Confusion and Chaos in SchoolsEducators say state laws that limit teaching about race, gender identity, and sexuality are vague, with little help from state departments.
Federal A Flood of Public Feedback Has Delayed a Title IX Change Covering Trans Athletes—AgainThe Biden administration has not taken the final step to adopt long-awaited Title IX changes that would explicitly protect LGBTQ+ students.
Education Funding Do K-12 Students Have a Right to Well-Funded School Buildings?The answer in a recent state court case wasn't exactly a "yes." But it also wasn't a "no." Here's what could happen next.
Federal Is Funding for School Archery and Hunting Programs Really at Risk?A U.S. Department of Education document led to confusion among school administrators about funding for archery and hunting programs.
School Choice & Charters Opinion It’s OK to Like Both Public Schools and School ChoiceFamilies want more options for their children. That doesn’t mean they dislike their local schools.
International Photos PHOTOS: Take a Round-the-World Tour of the Return to SchoolHere's what back to school looks like in classrooms around the globe.
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Quiz Yourself: What Do You Know About Learning Recovery?
Evidence is building about the most effective ways to boost learning. Test yourself on what works—and what doesn't.
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States Is Cursive Making a Comeback in California? Bill Could Revitalize Traditional Writing SkillsCalifornia elementary and middle school students could soon see a renewed commitment to teaching cursive writing.
States Florida's Edicts on Schools Keep Changing, and Local Districts Are ConfusedDistrict leaders say frustration is mounting as they try to enforce new education laws regarding gender issues, sex, library books, and race.
School Choice & Charters Opinion A School Without Bells or Report Cards. Can It Fly?Students at one private school earn "learning credits" rather than traditional grades. What does that look like?
Federal A Senate Committee Takes Up School Book Wars, Complete With Sharp Partisan DivisionsThe Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on "book bans" included one Republican senator reading sexually explicit passages.
Accountability Why These Districts Are Suing to Stop Release of A-F School RatingsA change in how schools will be graded has prompted legal action from about a dozen school districts in Texas.
Law & Courts Football Coach Who Won Supreme Court Prayer Case Has ResignedThe coach waged a seven-year legal battle to be rehired.
Marketplace K-12
K-12 Dealmaking: Shaq leads EdSoma’s Seed Round; eDynamics Learning Acquires CTE Platforms
The investment marks the NBA star-turned-investor's first foray into the ed-tech market.
Exclusive Data
When Districts Say They Value ‘Research,’ What Do They Mean?
An EdWeek Market Brief survey asked district and school leaders what kinds of evidence they need to see in evaluating products.
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Illinois District Needs Professional Development for Administrators; Pa. System Looks for Virtual Tutoring
An Illinois district is looking for professional development for administrators, while a Pennsylvania school system seeks on-demand virtual tutoring.
Analyst's View
Districts Are Ramping Up Standards for ELL Materials. Here’s How to Meet Rising Expectations
Gabriela Uro, director for ELL policy and research for the Council of the Great City Schools, says districts need content that challenges learners while improving their language skill.