Policy & Politics
Education news, analysis, and opinion about the legislation, guidance, policies and people involved in federal and state government
Education Funding
School Mental Health Projects Canceled by Trump Might Still Survive
The end of funding could still be days away, but a new court order offers some hope for grantees.
Law & Courts
Schools Can’t Bar Teachers From Telling Parents If Kids Are Transgender, Judge Rules
The injunction bans any public school employee from misleading parents about their child’s gender presentation at school.
Law & Courts
Federal Appeals Court Upholds 8th Grader's Expulsion Over Gun Comments in Class
Shortly after a nearby mass school shooting, a student allegedly discussed bringing a gun to school.
Law & Courts
Appeals Court Halts Ruling Letting Teachers Disclose Students' Gender Identity
A federal appeals court has temporarily paused enforcement of the ruling but has not yet decided whether to grant a longer-term stay.
States
Zohran Mamdani Picks Manhattan Superintendent as NYC Schools Chancellor
Kamar Samuels is a veteran educator of the nation's largest school system.
Education Funding
‘Terminated on a Whim’: The AFT Sues Trump’s Ed. Dept. Over Funding Cuts
The AFT and a Chicago-area nonprofit argue the cuts happened without following required procedures.
States
Undocumented Students Still Have a Right to Education. Will That Change in 2026?
State-level challenges to a landmark 1982 Supreme Court ruling are on the rise.
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Reading & Literacy
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Supporting Older Struggling Readers: Tips From Research and Practice
Reading problems are widespread among adolescent learners. Find out how to help students with gaps in foundational reading skills.
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Discover three working memory workarounds to help your students improve reading comprehension and empower them on their reading journey.
Law & Courts Trump's Education Policies Spurred 72 Lawsuits in 2025. How Many Is He Winning?The legal challenges show which policies have had a big impact and how 2026 could go.
Law & Courts From Ten Commandments to Tariffs: A Fall Legal RoundupKey court cases on transgender rights, religion, speech, and policy could reshape U.S. schools.
States Obituary Four-Term North Carolina Gov. Jim Hunt, a Leader in Education Reform, Dies at 88Hunt was known as a pioneer "education governor," serving 16 years in the job as North Carolina transitioned to a high-tech economy.
States A School District Is 'Stuck' Between 2 States' Competing Trans Athlete RulesThe district is located in one state, but competes with teams in another that has adopted different rules.
Education Funding 'A Gut Punch’: What Trump’s New $168 Million Cut Means for Community SchoolsSchool districts in 11 states will imminently lose federal funds that help them cover staff salaries.
Federal Opinion Rick Hess' Top 10 Hits of 2025In a year full of education news, what cut through the noise?
Reading & Literacy
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From Decoding to Growth: Every Student’s Journey Forward
This Spotlight highlights what students need to become confident and capable readers, starting with a strong foundation in decoding.
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This report provides sensible answers and concrete solutions to help educators make evidence-based decisions to improve campus security.
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Student Well-Being & Movement
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Spotlight on Creating Safe Havens: Confronting Digital Threats and Supporting Student Well-Being
This Spotlight explores how creating safe havens and confronting digital threats supports student and staff well-being.
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Law & Courts This State Requires Schools to Teach the Bible. Parents and Teachers Are SuingOpponents of an Oklahoma directive that compels schools to teach the Bible are suing the state’s superintendent of public instruction.
Federal Q&A Oklahoma State Chief Ryan Walters: 'Trump's Won the Argument on Education'The state schools chief's name comes up as Republicans discuss who could become education secretary in a second Trump administration.
Federal Why Trump and Harris Have Barely Talked About Schools This ElectionKamala Harris and Donald Trump haven't outlined many plans for K-12 schools, reflecting what's been the norm in recent contests for the White House.
Federal Who Could Be Donald Trump's Next Education Secretary?Trump must decide if he wants someone with a "proven track record" or a "culture warrior," says a former GOP Hill staffer.
Federal Who Could Be Kamala Harris' Education Secretary?Democrats are looking for a secretary with strong management experience, perhaps a former governor.
Federal Explainer The U.S. Department of Education, ExplainedThere's a lot of talk—again—about eliminating the U.S. Department of Education. Here's what it does and how it works.
