Hawaii bill would require background checks on new homeschooling families

Those in the community argue that the plan discriminates against them.

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 8, 2018

Will science ed see significant budget cuts amid STEM push?

While the federal budget is yet to be decided, educators remain concerned about the potential effects of budget cuts proposed last year by President Donald Trump.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 8, 2018

Recruiting paraprofessionals requires ongoing support

The high-poverty Guilford County school system in North Carolina is still one of just a few districts nationwide operating an in-house certification pathway for recruiting professionals to the classroom.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 7, 2018

Study finds link between 'no excuses' policies and success

While the study's author doesn't directly attribute all such policies to success, she does suggest that adopting some urban charter schools' policies could further close the achievement gap.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 6, 2018

Florida at odds with Ed Dept over ESSA plans

The state contends black and Hispanic students are already performing better under its current model, and that required reporting changes would skew its system by double- or triple-reporting students in different demographic groups.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 6, 2018

DC Public Schools under FBI investigation amid diploma scandal

A graduation scandal is calling into question the value of reform efforts hailed by local and federal officials for the district's success that were then adopted by others nationwide.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 5, 2018

Ed Dept pilot will allow flexibility to blend funding

Districts have until March 12 to apply for the flexibility if they want to take advantage of it for the 2018-19 school year.

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 5, 2018

'Drop-in' centers offer another strategy to help homeless students

Students can find resources such as food, grooming supplies, backpacks and counseling at these facilities.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 5, 2018

Retention, Amazon and SOTU: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on how this year's flu season is impacting schools and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 2, 2018

Has the bell rung on the 45-minute class period?

The format may constrain teaching by not allowing for longer deep-dives into subject matter, but putting a flexible learning day into play is not a simple decision.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 31, 2018

Weaving social-emotional skills into lessons a necessity

Educators must seamlessly weave skills like thoughtfulness and empathy into classroom lessons to better prepare them for workforce demands.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 31, 2018

Ed Dept tells 'data story' with new website on English learners

The site provides information on most common languages spoken by ELs, as well as EL populations in districts.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 31, 2018

DACA decision could impact 8,800 educators

Districts nationwide have hired teachers on work permits under the program, but many could face deportation if the program is ended.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 30, 2018

School boards, teachers unions team up to fight DACA changes

A new trend toward collective bargaining “for the common good” addresses larger issues beyond wages and benefits in an effort to improve the lives of students.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 30, 2018

School police embrace SEL efforts in Oakland

Officers employed by the district in schools like Castlemont High School are tasked with a focus on staff and student relationships.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 29, 2018

FETC, assessment and institutional innovation: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on higher ed affordability, creativity in schools and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 26, 2018

Detroit superintendent worries about impact of looming Michigan literacy law

Nikolai Vitti is cautiously optimistic that reading scores will improve but warns the district is far from ready to deal with the law's consequences.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 26, 2018

FETC 2018: Ken Robinson argues 2 key points in support of creative schools

More pressure is needed from the bottom up if a push for creativity over standardization is to continue forcing change in schools.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 25, 2018

Texas announces $84.5M plan to improve special education

The plan is a response to a federal report showing that schools were denying services to many students with special needs.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 24, 2018

Ed Dept FERPA ruling may signal greater responsiveness to privacy complaints

The ruling against a virtual school clearly states families can't be required to waive rights under privacy laws as a condition of enrollment or receipt of educational services.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 22, 2018

States taking steps to improve services for students in foster care

The Every Student Succeeds Act also includes new protections for students in the child welfare system.

By Linda Jacobson • Jan. 19, 2018

Move toward less centralization gaining traction in school security

New approaches to visitor management and including staff members in decisions about safety strategies are also trending.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 18, 2018

Quality Counts finds U.S. education remaining average

According to the annual report card issued by the Education Week Research Center, the nation again earns a C on educational performance.

By Amelia Harper • Jan. 18, 2018

6 K-12 trends to watch in 2018

Efforts to rethink the existing model and the impact of ESSA implementation will continue shaping education this year.

By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Jan. 16, 2018

Innovative pre-K and school climate: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on teacher hiring best practices, online enrollments and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 12, 2018