Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From new math performance data to the 20th anniversary of a federal law’s last reauthorization, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Dec. 6, 2024

The K-12 Dive Awards for 2024

These leaders are achieving excellence through commitments to school culture and community, innovation, and wraparound services for students.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 27, 2024

Explore the Trendline➔

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.

By K-12 Dive staff

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From demand for a cybersecurity pilot to the latest stats on school book bans, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2024

Keys to teaching data literacy in elementary school

Tracking the weather and tapping into a child’s natural curiosity are ways to build young learners' understanding of data, math instruction experts say.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 23, 2024

Teachers: Kindergarten readiness tests are time-consuming, cut into instruction

The assessment data, however, is used to assign learning groups and track student progress, teachers told the U.S. Government Accountability Office.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 18, 2024

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From a potential major school food service acquisition to an executive order impacting schools, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Oct. 4, 2024

Are preschoolers getting enough outdoor time?

A NIEER policy brief shows most state preschool programs don’t require outdoor time, but some have model programs to expose children to nature.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 2, 2024

The top K-12 conferences to attend in 2025

Here's a guide to the events where school leaders can share best practices and learn about the issues shaping education in the new year.

By K-12 Dive staff • Updated Oct. 3, 2024

Navigating learning differences: Dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia

By being aware of the red flags and providing accommodations and referrals to support services, educators can help students with dysgraphia and dyscalculia overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

Sept. 30, 2024

The untapped strategy that can radically improve student outcomes

Partnerships that bridge the gap between early childhood and elementary school are enhancing the benefits of pre-K, writes Education Development Center’s David Jacobson.

By David Jacobson • Sept. 26, 2024

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From high school sports participation to the latest on COVID-19 academic recovery, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • Sept. 20, 2024

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

Kindergarten readiness not impacted by high number of adverse childhood experiences

Researchers find that while academic preparedness is not correlated with severe adversity, disruptive and internalizing behaviors are.

By Kara Arundel • Sept. 11, 2024

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From ESSER spending deadline extensions to a boost in Head Start teachers’ pay, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Aug. 23, 2024

Birth rates continued to decline in 2023

While teen birth rates are also down, the overall decline since the Great Recession stands to impact school enrollment and budgets in the long-run.

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 22, 2024

Most Head Start teachers to see $10,000 salary jump under new HHS rule

Boosts in pay and benefits would help put Head Start educators on par with public school preschool teachers, the agency said.

By Kara Arundel • Aug. 19, 2024

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

How a district boosted recruitment, retention with affordable child care

Louisa County Public Schools launched its Little Lions Learning Lab in 2019, charging educators and staff just $400 per child per month.

By Anna Merod • June 25, 2024

How to increase enrollment and revenue for a strong year ahead

It’s important to make sure you’re doing everything in your power to keep enrollment on the up, not just for yourself, but for your educators as well.

June 17, 2024

Child care staff report rising levels of anxiety and depression

The Rapid Survey Project says material hardship among child care professionals is contributing to worsening mental health.

By Kara Arundel • June 5, 2024

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From playtime strategies to budget compromises, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • May 31, 2024

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

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

Educator strategies for incorporating SEL in class and at home

Here’s what educators need to know about SEL to help students build a solid foundation for success in the classroom and beyond.

April 29, 2024

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From preschool enrollment changes to finalized Title IX regulations, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • April 26, 2024