Policy & Politics
Education news, analysis, and opinion about the legislation, guidance, policies and people involved in federal and state government
Federal
Trump Administration to Move Dept. of Ed. Out of Its Longtime Offices
The move follows a year of efforts to dismantle the federal agency.
Federal
Q&A
Why the Heritage Foundation Is Targeting Plyler v. Doe
Lora Ries explains how the Supreme Court could overturn the 1982 Plyler v. Doe decision.
Education Funding
Arts Education Advocates Talk About How to Elevate Their Discipline
Art education community members come together to discuss funding challenges and opportunities.
Federal
Meet the Trump Cabinet Secretaries Taking Over Ed. Dept. Programs
The U.S. Department of Education is shifting more than 100 programs to other federal agencies.
Federal
Trump Admin. Sues Minnesota Over Transgender Athletes in Girls' Sports
It's the third state the Trump administration has sued over transgender participation in athletics.
Law & Courts
Birthright Citizenship Case Raises Stakes for Schools and Undocumented Students
Educators are paying close attention to the case on Trump's birthright citizenship order.
States
A State Gets Closer to Challenging Undocumented Students' Free Access to School
Lawmakers are debating legislation that would require schools to collect immigration information.
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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.
States 4 Education-Related Takeaways From This Week's ElectionsHow results from Tuesday could affect K-12 schools, and the trajectory of Trump's education policies.
States Ed. Dept. Scraps Blue Ribbon Schools Honor. Some States Launch Their Own VersionsThe Trump admin. said it was axing the recognition "in the spirit of returning education to the states."
Law & Courts Court Rejects Discipline of Student Whose Post Mocked George Floyd's DeathAn appeals court ruled that a student's off-campus social media post is constitutionally protected.
Education Funding Students Make Appeals to Congress to Protect K-12 FundingNational Student Council representatives shared perspectives on challenges schools are facing.
States How One State is Leading the Way for English Learners With DisabilitiesAdvocates hope Texas can set an example with a forthcoming bilingual special education certificate.
Law & Courts Appeals Court Heightens Stakes Over Ten Commandments School LawsA full federal appeals court will review Texas and Louisiana laws requiring Ten Commandments displays in schools.
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Special Education
Spotlight
Spotlight on Moving From Awareness to Engagement for Neurodiverse And Autistic Students
See how schools can better support neurodiverse and autistic students, addressing barriers, elevating strengths, and building more inclusive classrooms for all.
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Belonging has become an imperative for school and district leaders navigating attendance challenges, disengagement, and staff strain. Belonging is not abstract—actions to promote belonging are central to performance and culture.
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States Some State Leaders Cheer as Trump's Ed. Dept. Investigates Their SchoolsThe use of the office for civil rights for political purposes has been dialed up in the second Trump administration, experts say.
Law & Courts Judge Blocks Texas Law Requiring Ten Commandments in SchoolsA federal district judge ruled that the Texas law requiring Ten Commandments displays is schools likely violates the First Amendment.
Federal Laid-Off Civil Rights Staff Will Return to Work Next Month, Ed. Dept. SaysIt’s the first time the agency—which has been under court orders to reinstate staff—has said it will actually bring laid-off employees back.
Federal Ed. Dept. Imposes Funding Restrictions for 5 Districts Over Transgender PoliciesThe districts will have to jump through extra hoops to claim their federal funds.
Law & Courts Judge Tells Trump Admin. to Restore Some Education Research ProgramsThe federal judge found the termination of contracts for the Comprehensive Centers and Regional Educational Laboratories was illegal.
Law & Courts Appeals Court Backs School in Anti-Abortion Club's Flyer DisputeA federal appeals court upheld an Indiana school district's limitation on a Students for Life club's political messages on school walls.
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.