Teacher AI training remains uneven despite uptick

Disparities in artificial intelligence implementation continue to emerge between low- and high-poverty school districts, according to Rand Corp.

By Anna Merod • April 18, 2025

ELA proficiency rebounds for Chicago elementary school students

Despite overall gains for younger students, socioeconomic disparities are still evident, a Kids First Chicago report finds.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • April 16, 2025

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Learning Loss

Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments. 

By K-12 Dive staff

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From schools’ latest financial risks to the shuttering of some regional Offices of Head Start, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • April 11, 2025

Tell us about your school district’s rising leaders

We want to hear about the leaders driving innovation in your schools for our fifth annual spotlight on assistant principals and district administrators.

By Roger Riddell • April 7, 2025

Supreme Court maintains freeze on teacher training grants

The case in question involves the agency’s February announcement to cancel $600 million in “divisive” teacher preparation grants. 

By Anna Merod • April 6, 2025

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From rescinded funds to one state’s curriculum controversy, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2025

CEC 2025: What we learned at the gathering of special education professionals

Key takeaways from the Baltimore convention included strategies for breaking down silos and curbing restraint and seclusion practices.

By Kara Arundel • March 26, 2025

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From three Democrat leaders’ letter to the Education Department to new research on districts’ summer learning plans, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • March 21, 2025

Judge blocks cuts to Education Department teacher training grants

The agency must also reinstate canceled grants to the members of AACTE and two other educator preparation groups that sued.

By Anna Merod • Updated March 19, 2025

Future-ready classrooms for future-ready students

80% of students want real-world learning, but most feel unprepared for the workforce.

By Amy Nakamoto, Executive Vice President, Marketing, Brand & Corporate Partnerships at Discovery Education • March 17, 2025

How challenges, experiences shape superintendents of color

Identity, allies and community engagement all play key roles in success and longevity for these education leaders.

By Roger Riddell • March 14, 2025

Wayfinding in a world of change: How to help learners navigate life, learning and career transitions

A Digital Promise report suggests we must strengthen bridges between educational institutions, workforce development organizations and communities.

By Christina Luke Luna, Josh Weisgrau • March 10, 2025

6 steps to a future-focused blueprint: Supporting students in making career decisions

Learn how to align students’ education with career paths to ensure all students are future-ready.

Feb. 24, 2025

High teacher buy-in for NYC Reads initiative

The phonics- and evidence-based framework is earning high marks in its rollout, though more professional learning is needed, according to a report.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Feb. 5, 2025

The K-12 outlook for 2025: Shifting policy, tech landscapes bring new challenges

We’ve gathered our trends to watch over the coming year in one place to help you stay ahead of the game.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 31, 2025

Are uncertified teachers still the answer?

Some researchers frown upon the practice, encouraging states and districts to pursue alternative strategies for addressing teacher shortages.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 30, 2025

How to guide students through the 4 stages of career exploration

Modern career exploration activities propel students to better connect with the world around them.

Jan. 21, 2025

6 trends that will shape K-12 in 2025

Strained budgets, cybersecurity threats, book bans and artificial intelligence are among the bevy of challenges for school leaders to navigate.

By Kara Arundel , Anna Merod • Jan. 9, 2025

5 insights from top school administrators in 2024

We’ve highlighted key takeaways on parent engagement, student voice, pursuing change and more from this year’s conversations.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 30, 2024

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

Superintendent of the Year: Tiffany Anderson, Topeka Public Schools

Over the past eight years, Anderson has reimagined leadership structures, invested in teacher housing initiatives, and kept one foot in the classroom.

By Roger Riddell • Updated Nov. 26, 2024

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

Does your district offer middle school CTE? Here’s why it should.

Career and technical education is for everyone. Here’s why schools should offer it in middle school.

By Patrick Keeney, Sr. Director of CTE Product Management and Partnerships, McGraw Hill School • Nov. 11, 2024

Ransomware is a persistent and growing threat for schools nationwide. Here’s what you need to know.

In a five-part series, we highlight firsthand accounts as well as best practices to shore up cyber defenses.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 7, 2024