'We're not going to stand by idly,' Cardona says amid growing transgender athlete bans

Iowa joins an increasing number of states banning the participation of transgender students on school athletic teams. 

By Naaz Modan • March 8, 2022

5 principals share the benefits and hardships of ESSER budgeting

Leaders are budgeting for initiatives such as hiring reading interventionists, supporting SEL and purchasing outdoor learning furniture.

By Kara Arundel • March 8, 2022

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Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage from 2024 so far as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

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Day 1 at SXSW EDU 2022: Retrieval practice, universal meals and revolutionizing assessment

Couldn't make it to Austin, Texas? Get caught up on conversations around learning pods, classroom models and more.

By Roger Riddell , Anna Merod • March 7, 2022

5 ways to support employees affected by global crises

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has set the globe on edge and upped workers' stress. Disaster psychologists explain how employers can be supportive.

By Emilie Shumway • March 7, 2022

Food crisis in school cafeterias is a wake-up call for the USDA

A former U.S. education secretary and a San Francisco district nutrition leader make the case for universal meals and greater school food support.

By Arne Duncan and Jennifer LeBarre • March 4, 2022

4 priorities for K-12 in Biden's first State of the Union address

With student mental health at the forefront, Biden’s speech also addressed social media use, early childhood development and learning loss.

By Anna Merod • March 3, 2022

Grow-your-own teacher pipeline model gains steam

The approach could help districts overcome barriers to entry like high tuition costs and low teacher pay.

By Anna Merod • March 2, 2022

New York rolls out statewide cyber command center amid Russian attacks in Ukraine

The state’s institutions, governments and critical infrastructure, including K-12 schools, will be covered by the new center.

By Cailin Crowe • March 2, 2022

Improving school air quality is crucial to student health

A Mayo Clinic professor and the leader of an Austin, Texas, prep academy write that cleaner air in buildings is a cause that should have broad support.

By Mark Ereth and Barbara Garza • March 1, 2022

Cardona: Schools entering 'new phase' of recovery as CDC guidance shifts

The shift in guidance significantly loosens masking recommendations for schools in communities with low to medium coronavirus spread.

By Naaz Modan • Feb. 25, 2022

Russian-Ukrainian crisis may further complicate K-12 cybersecurity risks

Schools have already been more vulnerable to cyberattacks due to the reliance on remote learning during the pandemic.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 25, 2022

Advocates question if Texas anti-trans directive is enforceable

The directive would require teachers, school nurses and other licensed professionals to report gender-affirming medical treatment as child abuse.

By Naaz Modan • Updated March 3, 2022

Activism against school pandemic restrictions spurs Levi's brand chief's exit

Jen Sey wrote that she turned down $1 million in severance in order to speak out, saying the denim retailer is "trapped trying to please the mob."

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 24, 2022

Challenges to anti-CRT, LGBTQ laws grow

Lawsuits and other actions have been on the local level so far, but cases could eventually reach higher courts.

By Naaz Modan • Feb. 24, 2022

What has NSBA learned from its letter controversy?

"The letter we wrote went too far," Executive Director John Heim said at AASA’s national conference, while encouraging better community engagement.

By Roger Riddell • Updated March 7, 2022

Will learning pods persist beyond the pandemic?

With most schools back to in-person learning, policy and funding will impact the model's future use, experts say.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 23, 2022

Recess needed now more than ever for students amid COVID-19, experts say

With a growing focus on SEL, schools are not likely to take away recess time as they manage learning loss recovery along with mental health concerns.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 18, 2022

Cardona: Tomorrow's problems can't be solved with yesterday's designs

The U.S. education secretary told AASA conference attendees the decisions of the next two years will affect education spending for the next decade.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 18, 2022

COVID-19 relief plans don't reflect needs of English learners — it's not too late to change that

An English-learner policy analyst writes that time and thoughtfulness in spending are critical to ensuring underserved groups' needs are met now and in the future.

By Leslie Villegas • Feb. 17, 2022

Lawmakers differ on federal role in exclusionary discipline practices

Witnesses at a House subcommittee hearing discussed the trauma experienced by students who are restrained, secluded and subjected to corporal punishment.

By Kara Arundel • Feb. 17, 2022

District outreach critical as 10M households benefit from Affordable Connectivity Program

The $14.2 billion broadband financial assistance program looks to address the affordability gap in internet access.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 16, 2022

Ed Dept urges states to rethink assessment delivery, communication

The move comes alongside the announcement of a $17.7 million competitive grant program, but experts say accountability flexibility is also needed.

By Naaz Modan • Feb. 15, 2022

Florida 'Don't Say Gay' bill could run afoul of Title IX

The bill would bar teachers from discussing sexual orientation or gender identity with younger students and allow parents to sue districts for violations.

By Naaz Modan • Feb. 15, 2022

New Jersey bill calls for Division of School Desegregation in state ed department

The proposed office would compile statistics on school racial composition and measure educational outcomes.

By Kara Arundel • Feb. 14, 2022

New Mexico rep pushes $45M K-12 cybersecurity proposal

The plan is a significant request for more district resources following a cyberattack on the state's largest school system.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 14, 2022