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STAFFED UP
What can be learned from Texas’ surge in uncertified teachers?
The state is set to phase out uncertified teachers by 2029-30 after having one of the highest rates of underqualified educators in the nation.
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Education Department tells states to seek waivers from ESEA
Some states have already requested flexibility through block grants, giving a glimpse into what more state autonomy might entail.
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POP QUIZ
Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news
From the Trump administration’s release of frozen K-12 funds to the Education Department’s AI priorities, what did you learn from our recent stories?
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Retrieved from The Buckley School, NYC on July 30, 2025Q&A
The accidental facility manager: Robert Alemany
With a background in teaching and business, the private school facilities manager relies on people skills to meet his challenges.
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How to bring joy into middle and high school classrooms
Creating a sense of community and embracing opportunities for play can bolster students’ desire to learn.
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New York teachers want more preparation for science of reading
As the state rolls out a literacy strategy grounded in the approach, a survey shows high interest among educators in expanding their skills.
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Closing a school is never easy. Here’s how to communicate it with care.
In one South Carolina district, replacing a building came with the added challenge of preserving a segregation-era school’s history.
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This Indiana high school is relying on students to tell its story
In Hamilton Southeastern High School’s media program, students are learning the art of crafting a compelling message.
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HHS: Fewer adolescents report depression, suicidal thoughts
The percentage of adolescents who had a major depressive episode dropped from 20.8% in 2021 to 15.4% in 2024, an annual survey finds.
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Deep Dive
What will ‘big, beautiful’ school choice mean for public schools?
A new federal private school choice program is adding to existing pressure from state-led programs amid shrinking enrollment and funding.
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Another lawsuit challenges ICE policy allowing raids at schools
A January policy change by the Trump administration loosened restrictions on immigration enforcement in sensitive locations.
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Trump administration pauses Head Start immigration restrictions
The temporary stop, part of a court-approved agreement, also covers dual enrolment, adult education and CTE programs.
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Unfrozen: White House releases remaining $5B for K-12 programs
The hold on the funds had drawn widespread rebukes from educators, lawmakers, parents and organizations — along with two lawsuits.
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More Americans support school cellphone bans
The uptick comes as research increasingly points to harmful effects for children and as laws proliferate restricting cellphone use in classrooms.
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Week In Review: Funding freezes, enrollment concerns and cyberthreats
We’re rounding up last week’s news, from lawsuits against the Trump administration to St. Louis’ proposed school cuts.
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Education Department issues AI priorities. But what if the agency closes?
As the agency issues advice on using federal grants to advance school AI strategies, districts remain concerned about leadership on cybersecurity.
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Union seeks delay in Education Department RIFs
AFGE Local 252 seeks to delay employees' Aug. 1 termination date, which they say is too soon under their bargaining agreement.
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Strong budgeting, revenue flexibility key to weathering K-12 financial storm, says Moody’s
States are trying to offset the impact of reduced federal support, but their success is uncertain, according to a recent Moody’s Ratings report.
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What the Supreme Court’s parental opt-out ruling means for schools
The high court’s decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor left many questions for districts to answer when setting their policies.
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Trump’s withholding of Head Start funds violated the law, watchdog says
HHS disputes the GAO's conclusion, and a Head Start advocacy group says recent disbursements are comparable to last year.
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Tennessee launches direct admissions pilot with student aid component
The initiative aims to ease high schoolers’ paths to college by providing financial aid information and automatic acceptance to participating institutions.
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Milwaukee educators and community leaders join forces to tackle low literacy
The Milwaukee Reading Coalition will focus on training educators on how to best prepare students for reading success.
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Opinion
Yes, it’s possible to see results from professional learning
District leaders’ resources are limited, and they can't afford initiatives that fail to show measurable impact, writes Leading Educators’ Daniel Obregon.
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Lawsuit adds pressure on Trump administration to release K-12 funds
The Office of Management and Budget released after-school grants but is still reviewing the remaining funds to ensure alignment with Trump priorities.
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St. Louis Public Schools to propose closing over half of its 68 schools
The large-scale closures would be for 2026-27 and are based on declining enrollment and uncertainty about the future for families displaced by a tornado.