Bill would fund AI training through schools, nonprofits

The federal bill would incorporate AI literacy as a key component of digital literacy and support training initiatives. 

By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 5, 2024

5 insights from top school administrators in 2023

We’ve highlighted some key insights on community voice, union negotiations, crisis management and more from this year’s conversations.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2024

Explore the Trendline➔

School Safety and Security

Safety and security has been a growing concern for school districts, with shootings continuing to rise amid concerns over how to best prevent and respond to them.

By K-12 Dive staff

Test yourself on this year’s K-12 news

From national test score trends to litigation over student mental health concerns, what did you learn from our 2023 stories?

By Anna Merod • Dec. 22, 2023

FTC proposes tighter limits on using children’s data

The Federal Trade Commission’s suggested COPPA Rule changes include limits to targeted advertising and push notifications.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 21, 2023

How can schools reduce social media risks for teens?

Recommendations from the National Academies include emphasis on digital media literacy and teacher training.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 15, 2023

How are high schoolers using AI?

Students say their most common uses for schoolwork are for language arts and social studies assignments, an ACT survey reports.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 12, 2023

Should schools use AI to detect student suicide risks?

A RAND Corp. report says more evidence is needed to understand the risks and benefits of using online monitoring tools to spot a student crisis.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 8, 2023

The K-12 Dive Awards for 2023

These leaders are boosting achievement with commitments to school culture, strong communication and innovative learning models.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 7, 2023

Less than a third of Gen Z youth want to pursue STEM careers

Exposure to STEM content in schools can drive this generation to seriously consider a job in the field, a Gallup and Walton Family Foundation poll found.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 6, 2023

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From a lawsuit targeting a state’s LGBTQ+ curriculum restrictions to a major teachers union strike winding down, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Dec. 1, 2023

Happy birthday, ChatGPT! What’s in store for K-12 schools next year?

To mark the occasion, K-12 Dive asked the AI tool to reflect on the past year and how the technology is shaping education for the future.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 30, 2023

Why Power Skills are critical for helping students succeed in the age of AI

How can schools evolve to teach students the skills needed for the age of AI? Enter: Power Skills.

By Michalis Gkontas, CEO of NXTLVL • Nov. 27, 2023

How better data management can lead to better student outcomes

An Alabama superintendent writes that lack of access to current, digestible data can hinder strategic planning and curriculum creation.

By Melvin Brown • Nov. 22, 2023

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From the latest data tracking school shootings to federal COVID-19 emergency fund extensions, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Nov. 17, 2023

OCR data collection finds ‘stark inequalities’ in pre-K-12 education

Cautious analysis of the 2020-21 data is needed, given that 88% of schools had hybrid instruction, Education Department officials said.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 16, 2023

FCC proposes 3-year cybersecurity pilot

The agency will seek public comment on the proposal, which will explore how the Universal Service Fund can support school and library cyber concerns.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 16, 2023

Want to pick the best ed tech tool? Loop teachers in

Bringing together teachers, curricula and IT professionals to talk about what a piece of software should do is crucial, says one district learning expert.

By Lauren Barack • Nov. 15, 2023

Senators propose study on effects of cell phone use in schools

The bipartisan bill includes a pilot program for schools to store student phones in secure storage containers during the school day.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 14, 2023

Engaging families to improve student outcomes, attendance and whole-child health

Learn why communication software is critical to engage families and impact student success, attendance, and well-being.

Nov. 13, 2023

FCC proposes adding Wi-Fi hotspots to E-Rate program

The proposed rule follows the agency’s recent expansion of the E-Rate program to fund Wi-Fi on school buses.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 13, 2023

The future is now: Harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence in the classroom

A New York superintendent writes that AI, if used correctly, has the potential to provide more personalized, engaging learning for students.

By Jared Bloom • Nov. 8, 2023

Cyber-savvy educators: Bolstering security in educational institutions through awareness programs

Staff and students are on the frontline against cyber threats. Read this article to learn more on how to build effective security awareness programs for school staff and students

By Juan Carlos Hernández Marin, Cybersecurity Content Specialist at Prey • Nov. 6, 2023

Bringing education data together to support the whole child and personalize education

Learn how educators can bring student data together to see whole-child insights and deliver personalized education.

Nov. 6, 2023

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From the K-12 impact of Biden’s AI executive order to a district-wide teachers' strike, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Nov. 3, 2023

Schools increase offerings in computer science courses

The number of high schools offering computer science courses ticked up by 4.5 percentage points, but access is not equal for all students.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 1, 2023