Policy & Politics
Education news, analysis, and opinion about the legislation, guidance, policies and people involved in federal and state government
Federal
Classroom Tech Outpaces Research. Why That's a Problem
Experts call for better alignment between research and the classroom in Capitol Hill discussions.
States
Does a Ten Commandments Display in Classrooms Violate the Constitution?
Louisiana is poised to become the first state to require all schools to post the Ten Commandments in classrooms.
Law & Courts
Judge Strikes Down Title IX Guidance on LGBTQ+ Students. Here's Why It Matters
In a June 11 ruling, Texas judge said the Education Department has no authority to expand protections under Title IX.
States
The Surprising Contenders for State Superintendent Offices This Year
Two elections for the top education leadership job feature candidates who have never worked in public schools.
Law & Courts
Why the $4.5 Billion School E-Rate Program Is Headed to the Supreme Court
The justices will decide whether allegations of overcharging under the telecom-funded program may be brought under the False Claims Act.
Education Funding
Jim Crow-Era School Funding Hurt Black Families for Generations, Research Shows
Mississippi dramatically underfunded Black schools in the Jim Crow era, with long-lasting effects on Black families.
Law & Courts
Title IX Rule to Protect LGBTQ+ Students Temporarily Blocked in 4 States
A federal judge in Louisiana delivered the first legal blow to the Biden administration's interpretation of Title IX.
Special Education
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Federal A Bipartisan Bill Aims to Boost AI Education for K-12 TeachersA new bill would create a grant program at the National Science Foundation focused on AI and K-12 schools.
School Choice & Charters Private School Choice Continues to Spread. 3 Things to KnowNew research shows private schools increase tuition when states send public funds for parents to spend on private education.
States Is Bipartisan Education Policy Still Possible?It's still possible to forge cross-party education policy coalitions, advocates said.
School Choice & Charters Opinion Does School Choice 'Work'?Ultimately, the “how” of educational choice may matter more than the “what.”
Law & Courts Supreme Court Turns Down Case Challenging School District's Transgender PoliciesThe case involves a policy allowing information to be withheld from parents considered not supportive of a gender-transitioning child.
School Choice & Charters Opinion 'Control Freaks' Are 'Losing Their Grip' on Education"School choice evangelist" says new laws are a response to unions, bureaucracies, and K-12 ideologues.
Teaching Profession
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Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Teacher Efficacy?
Answer 7 questions about teacher efficacy.
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Classroom Technology
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Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Blended Learning?
Assess your knowledge of blended learning.
Reading & Literacy
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Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Dyslexia?
Answer 7 questions about dyslexia.
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School Choice & Charters Video Private School Choice: A Video ExplainerWe're tracking the proliferation of school choice policies around the country. Here's how to get up to speed.
Federal Donald Trump's Conviction: 3 Takeaways for EducatorsThe conviction gives educators a backdrop to discuss elections, the judicial system, and how to evaluate biases.
States Should Voters Decide What Schools Teach?Californians may vote to require a new high school finance course. Critics argue it sets a bad precedent.
School Choice & Charters Opinion What Would Religious Charter Schools Mean for Public Education?Discriminating and proselytizing on the taxpayer dime will never be acceptable, writes Kevin G. Welner.
Policy & Politics Opinion The Policy Concerns That Keep Teachers Up at NightEfforts are spreading to restrict what topics are allowed to be taught. There are ways teachers can resist the censorship.
Law & Courts Federal Judge Overturns New Hampshire Law on Teaching 'Divisive Concepts'The judge holds that the law is unconstitutionally vague because it does not make clear to educators what topics they may not teach.
