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Education news, analysis, and opinion about the legislation, guidance, policies and people involved in federal and state government
Law & Courts
Court Backs School That Barred Student's 'Two Genders' Shirt
The court said the shirt could be understood to demean transgender and gender-nonconforming students, and administrators could prohibit it.
Federal
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Federal Education Reform Has Largely Failed. Unfortunately, We Still Need It
Neither NCLB nor ESSA have lived up to their promise, but the problems calling for national action persist.
Federal
A More Complete Picture of Immigration's Impact on U.S. Public Schools
House Republicans say a migrant influx has caused "chaos" in K-12 schools. The reality is more complicated.
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.
School Choice & Charters
Why Jay-Z Is a Key Figure in the School Voucher Debate
Jay-Z's backing of school vouchers in Pennsylvania has public education advocates worried it will divert funds.
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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.
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.”
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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.
English-Language Learners
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WIDA's Test for English Learners: Try Sample Questions
The WIDA ACCESS test is an assessment used by close to 40 states to determine if students must remain in English learner programs.
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States Q&A 'Politics Does Not Belong in Education,' Says a Departing State Schools ChiefImproving student outcomes requires finding common ground, says Missouri's long-serving education commissioner, Margie Vandeven.
Federal Explainer What Is Title IX? Schools, Sports, and Sex DiscriminationTitle IX, the law prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, is undergoing changes. What it is, how it works, and how it's enforced.
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.
