Ed sector more prepared for cyberattacks than most

A new analysis from Immersive Labs shows K-12 and higher ed are more willing to comply with ransomware demands.

By Kara Arundel • March 9, 2022

Research-based video game aims to engage students in science curriculum

A team of researchers at the University of Missouri plans to expand the game into 60 middle school classrooms nationwide.

By Anna Merod • March 9, 2022

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STEM

From AI to quantum physics, STEM learning opportunities in K-12 are expanding to keep pace with related fields.

By K-12 Dive staff

Day 2 at SXSW EDU 2022: Culture wars, 'future-proofing' classrooms, and disrupting racial inequity

The Austin, Texas, education innovation conference continued Tuesday with conversations on media literacy, workforce pathways and more.

By Roger Riddell , Anna Merod • March 8, 2022

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

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

Envisioning student success as independent study and virtual learning programs grow

The COVID-19 pandemic triggered greater awareness and interest in alternative educational environments.

Feb. 28, 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

3 ways educators can adjust financial literacy for Gen Z

In a largely cashless, app-driven world, students need financial lessons that mirror how they pay for meals and other items.

By Lauren Barack • Feb. 23, 2022

Data shows public schools faced greater disadvantages than private in 2020

Data shows public schools were less likely to have students with internet or live instruction during the early stages of COVID-19. 

By Naaz Modan • Feb. 22, 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

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

Everyone's responsibility: Students succeed when leaders talk technology

When it comes to education, everyone needs a seat at the table. To achieve that, school districts should follow the same guiding light.

By Robert Redd, Senior Director, Enterprise Networking, ConvergeOne • Jan. 31, 2022

With K-12 cyberattacks expected to worsen in 2022, what can districts do?

Collaboration with local, federal and ed tech leaders for solutions may help address K-12’s growing vulnerabilities to cyberattacks.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 25, 2022

5 principals to watch in 2022

These school leaders are rising to the occasion on inclusive and equitable education, strong and consistent communication, school culture and more.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 18, 2022

K-12 connectivity on the rise, but work still needed

As 25% more districts nationwide met FCC bandwidth goal in 2021, experts called the advancement encouraging.

By Anna Merod • Updated Jan. 14, 2022

5 superintendents to watch in 2022

These administrators' track records and outlooks toward top issues facing K-12 and the challenges ahead make them key players to keep an eye on.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 10, 2022

3 ways district leaders are adapting pandemic learning experiences

From new grading systems to an increased focus on flexibility, superintendents are shifting virtual learning tools and approaches for in-person use.

By Lauren Barack • Jan. 5, 2022

Can texting parents improve school attendance?

Texting offers an effective and inexpensive way to communicate, but school leaders should first evaluate their needs, resources and goals.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 4, 2022

8 K-12 trends to watch in 2022

Fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing policy pingpong, curricular controversy and more are set to impact schools this year.

By Roger Riddell , Kara Arundel , Naaz Modan , Anna Merod • Jan. 4, 2022

Lessons In Leadership: 6 key takeaways from a year of school leader conversations

In case you missed any of this year's installments, we've highlighted some of the best insights on teacher retention, student engagement and more.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2022

Schools encouraged to help students have positive social media experiences

Focus is growing on digital citizenship following social media-influenced threats of violence and acts of school destruction.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 22, 2021

4 areas of focus to drive the future of education

With education at a crossroads, one expert writes that it's imperative to "keep driving" to expand educational access and opportunity.

By Christopher Thomas • Dec. 21, 2021

Why student data remains at risk — and what educators are doing to protect it

Outdated laws, abundance of state rules and increase in ed tech tools add to the difficulty in protecting students' personal data.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 14, 2021

2022 predictions for PreK-12 Edtech

Learn the three expected themes that will emerge in education and EdTech in 2022.

Dec. 13, 2021

Video empowers self-reflection, personalization in professional development

An instructional coach writes that reviewing recordings of themselves can allow teachers to see things they often don’t recall from that moment.

By Donna Spangler • Dec. 10, 2021