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Tracker
Where the 2024 presidential candidates stand on K-12 issues
From Title IX to chronic absenteeism, we examined the candidates’ campaign websites, past statements, party platforms and more.
By Kara Arundel , Anna Merod , Naaz Modan , Roger Riddell • Sept. 11, 2024 -
Was ESSER funding successful? Superintendents say it’s hard to generalize
The top spending approach for the last allocation is expanded learning time, but 15% of districts say they need more time to liquidate, an AASA survey finds.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 9, 2024 -
Trendline
Infrastructure & School Operations
With a new presidential administration and potential funding changes on the way, schools face an array of challenges in day-to-day operations.
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States get low marks for school performance data access, transparency
User-friendly online information about COVID-19 academic recovery could help educators and parents pinpoint solutions, a CRPE report says.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 5, 2024 -
Are chronic absenteeism interventions working?
An analysis from Rand and CRPE estimates 19% — or 9.4 million students — were chronically absent during the 2023-24 school year.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 3, 2024 -
Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
How a Pennsylvania superintendent factors community into innovation
For Matthew Friedman, prioritizing consistent communication is key to ensuring Quakertown Community School District can embrace future-ready learning.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 29, 2024 -
Education Department approves all requests to extend ESSER spending deadlines
States and districts with COVID relief spending extensions have an extra 14 months to liquidate funds.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 21, 2024 -
BACK TO SCHOOL '24
New school year, new challenges and opportunities
Educators are navigating legal hurdles, cell phone policies, artificial intelligence use and more as students head back to classrooms.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 21, 2024 -
Houston ISD decreases F-rated schools by 66% under state leadership
If the “dramatic progress” announced Monday continues, the district could exit state takeover sooner than expected.
By Naaz Modan • Aug. 20, 2024 -
Opinion
How to unlock the power of schools to improve youth mental health
The leaders of AASA and The Jed Foundation offer seven recommendations for school and district leaders to address students’ needs and help them thrive.
By Tony Walker and David Schuler • Aug. 15, 2024 -
BACK TO SCHOOL '24
How a California high school takes a team approach to boost attendance
Reedley High School relies on a network of teams to monitor attendance, engage students and plan individualized interventions.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 13, 2024 -
OSEP 2024
Louisiana district shows special education inclusion gains after successful partnership
East Baton Rouge Parish Public Schools and the PROGRESS Center partnership started with strengthening the IEP writing process.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 12, 2024 -
BACK TO SCHOOL '24
Top legal hurdles facing schools in 2024-25
From First Amendment and Title IX issues to DEI concerns, lawsuits show no signs of letting up as the new school year opens.
By Naaz Modan • Aug. 12, 2024 -
OSEP 2024
Nearly 50% of special education directors say school-parent conflict is increasing
A yet-to-be-published CADRE survey finds special education directors want more training and resources on early dispute strategies.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 9, 2024 -
OSEP 2024
Partnerships key in supporting military-connected students with disabilities
Military families' frequent moves can cause stress and anxiety about potential gaps in special education services, said OSEP conference speakers.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 8, 2024 -
OSEP 2024
Moving from ‘pockets of excellence’ to ‘systems of excellence’ for students with disabilities
If solutions work for some children in some places, “why not everywhere for every student every day?” asked Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 7, 2024 -
Opinion
3 critical areas of focus for building student relationships
Two education leaders detail strategies for ensuring students feel seen, heard and respected — and how that can help learners realize their potential.
By Ginger Baggette and Lorna McBride • Aug. 2, 2024 -
Special education advocates focus on funding, mental health and teacher shortages
The field is struggling with teacher and staff vacancies, as well as growing demands for services, CEC and CASE members say.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 1, 2024 -
STAFFED UP
How registered principal apprenticeships are filling gaps 1 year in
North Dakota education leaders say they rolled out the model to better address teacher shortages and improve student achievement.
By Anna Merod • July 31, 2024 -
School crime shows downward trend, with notable exceptions
K-12 gun violence has increased, but bullying and physical fights are on the decline, according to an NCES report.
By Kara Arundel • July 25, 2024 -
Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
Boots on the ground: Topeka superintendent meets families where they are
For Tiffany Anderson, engaging with the community in authentic, unstructured ways is essential to understanding and addressing learning barriers.
By Roger Riddell • July 25, 2024 -
Lack of focus, inattention having ‘severe negative impact’ on student learning
Still, 90% of school leaders report high-dosage tutoring has been effective for improving student outcomes, according to NCES data.
By Roger Riddell • July 24, 2024 -
What we learned at the National Conference on School Leadership
The gathering brought together elementary and secondary principals to share best practices on infusing joy in learning, improving special education and more.
By Kara Arundel • July 22, 2024 -
Michigan fights Ed Dept’s findings of COVID-era student disability violations
In an escalating back-and-forth between OCR and Michigan, the state calls the disability discrimination findings "meritless."
By Kara Arundel • July 22, 2024 -
Opinion
Training, rapid response tools crucial to school safety
A Michigan superintendent details how tragedy in a nearby district influenced his school system’s efforts to enhance its safety measures.
By Jim Fish • July 19, 2024 -
How school leaders can be special education ambassadors
Inclusive classrooms with specially designed instruction can benefit students with and without disabilities, two early childhood educators say.
By Kara Arundel • July 19, 2024