Policy & Politics
Education news, analysis, and opinion about the legislation, guidance, policies and people involved in federal and state government
Federal
Trump Admin. Terminates Several Agreements to Protect Transgender Students
The Education Department terminated civil rights agreements under Title IX with five school districts and a college.
Federal
Moms for Liberty Wanted School Board Seats. They Got a Voice in the White House
Moms for Liberty is being embraced by the Trump administration and gaining new influence in national decisions.
States
'Success Sequence' Urges Marriage, Then Parenthood. These States Want Schools to Teach It
The decades-old concept is getting new attention, largely from Republican lawmakers.
Law & Courts
Minn. Districts Ask Judge to Restore Immigration Enforcement Limits by Schools
Two districts say the policy change hurt attendance and cost them students.
States
Texas' Bible-Infused Reading List Gets an Earful at Public Hearing
The proposal to add Bible stories reflects increasing debate over religion in public school classrooms.
Education Funding
Trump's Budget Proposes Billions in K-12 Cuts. Will They Happen?
Trump is proposing level funding for Title I, a modest boost for special education, and major cuts elsewhere.
School Choice & Charters
Opinion
Can School Choice Programs Stamp Out Fraud While Staying Flexible?
With the rollout of the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit program, transparency is vital.
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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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Education Funding Education Week's 2025 Word of the Year Is ...Trump's efforts to reshape the federal role in education caused uncertainty for schools.
Education Funding Congress Revived a Fund for Rural Schools. Their Struggles Aren't OverFederal funds will again flow to districts with national forest land—but broader funding uncertainties remain.
Education Funding Amid Cancellations and Legal Fights, Trump Admin. Awards New Mental Health GrantsThe grants came from a competition the Ed. Dept. redesigned to erase Biden administration priorities.
Law & Courts Supreme Court Weighs IQ Tests and Other School Records in Key Death Penalty CaseThe court weighs the proper role of IQ tests for defendants claiming an intellectual disability.
States Texas Gov. Abbott Wants 'Disciplinary Action' for Schools That Resist Turning Point USAHe endorsed growing the footprint of the late Charlie Kirk's organization in the state's high schools.
Policy & Politics Opinion Standing Up to Education GroupthinkWhy is it so hard to push back on popular ideas in education, even when it’s sorely needed?
Student Well-Being & Movement
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Student Mental Health & Well-Being?
Answer 7 questions about the state of student mental health & well-being.
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School & District Management
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Quiz Yourself: When Are District and School Leaders Most Likely to Read Emails?
Wondering when district and school leaders are most likely to check their emails? Take our quick quiz and discover the ideal times to send your messages for better engagement.
Special Education
Spotlight
Spotlight on Neurodiversity in K12: Supporting Every Learner's Success
This Spotlight will help you explore effective strategies for supporting neurodiverse students, fostering inclusive environments, and more.
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Federal Reported Essay How Trump Is Changing the Federal Government’s Role in SchoolsWhen Donald Trump waded into the fight over a high school mascot, it revealed a lot about his true education agenda.
Education Funding Your Guide to the Evolving Federal Budget and What It Means for SchoolsLawmakers have a few weeks to agree on a new budget and an approach to Trump's funding uncertainty.
States More States Guarantee Students the Right to Religious Instruction Off CampusAt least 12 states require school districts to offer "released time" religious schooling upon parental request.
Education Funding House Lawmakers Endorse Some—But Not All—of Trump's Education CutsHouse budget writers are proposing to cut Title I funding by nearly $4 billion.
Education Funding State Funding for Schools Is a Mess This Year, Too. Here's WhyThe Trump administration's school funding disruptions have drawn significant attention, but schools are challenged by state budgets, too.
Law & Courts School Board Sues Trump Admin. to Defend Transgender Student PolicyThe lawsuit challenges the Ed. Dept.'s finding that the district violated Title IX.
Strategy & Operations
Market Analysis
When to Bring in a Consultant — and How to Make it Pay Off
Industry advisors and business officials discuss the factors that contribute to a successful engagement.
Meeting District Needs
K-12 Insider
What Made a Middle School's First-Ever ELA Curriculum Launch a Success
The process that Principal Anne Heck led in Lake Geneva Middle School offers one vision for how professional development and procurement can pair to improve student learning.
Education Market
Exclusive Data
Vendors Are Pairing Assessment And Curriculum. Is That What K-12 Officials Want?
New EdWeek Market Brief data explores the ideal number of companies that district and school leaders say they want to work with, and whether they're open to a single provider for both curriculum and assessment products.
Regulation & Policy
K-12 Market News
EdMarket Recap: Feds Move to Rewrite Grant Rules; States Pitch Funding Changes
EdWeek Market Brief staff writers dissect significant news of the week and identify the most important takeaways for companies serving K-12 districts.