What do Education Week’s reporters think is on the horizon for 2019? What issues have the potential to define—or redefine—education in the year ahead? What could push educators to think outside the box? Is there a next “big thing” that could shift the K-12 experience or conversation? Some of the reporters’ prognostications might surprise you. Some are warning shots, others more optimistic. Here, reporters— Darrel Burnette II, Christina Samuels, and Andrew Ujifusa—explain three Big Ideas to watch for this year.
Early Childhood
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A Charter School Finds 'Looping' Strategy Benefits Youngest Students
Capital City Public Charter School, the first parent-founded charter school in the nation’s capital, takes a unique approach to early learning.
Artificial Intelligence
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What AI Use Guidelines Should Look Like for Schools
Many teachers say they are not getting good guidance on how to use AI responsibly and effectively.
Education Funding
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Tornado Threats Are a Constant. But Funding for a Safe Room Is Lagging
A school district has waited four years and counting to begin work on a tornado shelter funded with federal dollars.
College & Workforce Readiness
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How a "Reverse Career Fair" Can Launch High Schoolers Into the Real World
It flips the traditional model and allows students to set up booths to display their talents to employers.
