Policy & Legal
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4th Circuit denies Maryland parents suing over LGBTQ+ curriculum opt-outs
Judges said parents failed to show Montgomery County Public Schools likely violated their free-exercise or due process rights.
By Naaz Modan • May 17, 2024 -
70 years later: Exploring the impact of Brown v. Board of Education
The landmark 1954 school desegregation decision reshaped the education landscape, but the path to progress hasn’t been smooth.
By K-12 Dive staff • May 17, 2024 -
Trendline
Equity in Education
From early learning to high school, the pandemic impacted equity at all levels of K-12, from persistent and widening achievement gaps to uneven access to school meals.
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POP QUIZ
Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From cybersecurity proposals to progress on school integration, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Roger Riddell • May 17, 2024 -
Deep Dive
70 years later: The story of Brown v. Board of Education in pictures
The landmark ruling spurred resistance, desegregation orders, busing and school choice. Here's a look back — and forward to where integration stands today.
By Naaz Modan , Kara Arundel , Anna Merod , Shaun Lucas , Jasmine Ye Han • May 16, 2024 -
BY THE NUMBERS
Are schools resegregating? Data since 1991 says yes
U.S. public schools that were “intensely segregated” tripled over the last 30 years, according to the Civil Rights Project.
By Anna Merod • May 16, 2024 -
Q&A
Growing up separate: Retired superintendent LaRuth Gray reflects on schooling in segregated Texas
Gray’s childhood experiences sparked a conviction that segregated schooling “does not yield a society that can be whole.”
By Roger Riddell • May 16, 2024 -
Cardona: ‘Low expectations’ for Black students continue today
The heads of the U.S. Education and Justice departments acknowledged the struggle to meet Brown v. Board's promise at an anniversary event.
By Naaz Modan • May 16, 2024 -
Iowa law requires personalized teaching plans to boost K-6 literacy
The law comes amid a literacy priority outlined by Gov. Kim Reynolds in her Condition of the State address in January.
By Naaz Modan • May 15, 2024 -
Study finds uncertainty with long-term benefits of preschool
While the short-term effectiveness of pre-K is well-documented, more research is needed about successful outcomes in school and beyond, researchers say.
By Kara Arundel • May 15, 2024 -
Summer programming cuts expected despite need for expansion
Summer programs already offer less academic instruction than recommended, and the end of COVID-19 aid could impact that further.
By Naaz Modan • May 15, 2024 -
Book removals land OCR complaints for Florida, Georgia districts
The complaints allege hostile environments for LGBTQ+ and students of color were created by discriminatory board member behavior.
By Naaz Modan • May 14, 2024 -
DOE recognizes 13 school districts for efficiency, healthy school efforts
There is also a nationwide drive to boost indoor air quality and health in schools, backed by experts and data pointing to improved student performance.
By Joe Burns • May 13, 2024 -
How a CISA proposal could impact K-12 cyber incident reporting
Nonprofit K12 Security Information Exchange has backed the requirement for schools to disclose cyber incidents as generally “appropriate.”
By Anna Merod • May 13, 2024 -
POP QUIZ
Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From anticipated trends in after-school programming to federal investments in FAFSA outreach efforts, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Anna Merod • May 10, 2024 -
West Virginia declares state of emergency amid FAFSA rollout challenges
Completion rates for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid have declined nearly 40% in the state.
By Anna Merod • May 9, 2024 -
GOP lawmakers call for staff, teacher firings in antisemitic incidents
School leaders detailed the steps they’re taking in response to Republicans’ claims that they aren’t doing enough to confront faith-based hate.
By Naaz Modan • May 9, 2024 -
How schools can vet AI tools to protect student data
Guidance released by the Future of Privacy Forum clarifies best practices for districts looking to implement the emerging technology.
By Anna Merod • May 9, 2024 -
When are students ready for Algebra I?
NWEA recommends schools use assessment outcomes data and guidance for staff to help determine benchmarks for course readiness.
By Kara Arundel • May 8, 2024 -
Cardona pushes for more OCR funding given increased caseload
The Education Department is seeking a 16% increase in funding to allow the Office for Civil Rights to add more staff and more quickly resolve complaints.
By Naaz Modan • May 8, 2024 -
Initiative launched to improve ed tech cybersecurity
The Partnership for Advancing Cybersecurity in Education aims to unite ed tech vendors and cybersecurity professionals to address K-12 cyber threats.
By Anna Merod • May 8, 2024 -
Public school spending rose, while revenues fell during pandemic
Annual spending for public schools increased nearly 2% in 2021-22, while state and local revenues took a hit around the same time, NCES found.
By Naaz Modan • Updated May 8, 2024 -
Education Department boosts FAFSA outreach efforts to close completion gap
The agency announced a $50 million effort to provide more support to students and families in light of the botched rollout of the new form.
By Kara Arundel • May 6, 2024 -
How can schools prepare for ADA digital accessibility requirements?
A new U.S. Department of Justice rule aims to ensure that state and local government web content and mobile apps are accessible for people with disabilities.
By Kara Arundel • May 6, 2024 -
POP QUIZ
Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From state Title IX lawsuits against the Education Department to ESSER spending extensions, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Anna Merod • May 3, 2024 -
Net neutrality is back. What does that mean for schools?
The FCC restored a national standard that prevents providers from creating “pay-to-play internet fast lanes,” which could help ease the digital divide.
By Anna Merod • May 3, 2024