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California law bans food dyes in school meals
By the end of 2027, schools must ensure meals don’t contain seven synthetic dyes linked to hyperactivity and other health and behavioral concerns.
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Growth and renewal through Inclusive Innovation
Strengthening adolescent writing through student-designed writing groups developed with inclusive innovation.
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Demand for $200M FCC cybersecurity pilot far exceeds capacity
The agency said it received requests totaling $3.7 billion from school and library applicants nationwide in need of cybersecurity supports.
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President-elect Donald Trump’s victory divides education community
A second term brings more regulatory ping-pong alongside implications for school choice, the Education Department's future and more.
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Students learn the value of civic engagement and constructive dialogue
A project-based, 12th grade seminar at a Virginia private school teaches about respectful dialogue — and leaving debates behind when class ends.
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Special education teacher shortages focus of upcoming federal briefing
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights will investigate the federal response to special education teacher shortages.
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How did K-12 fare on state ballots in the 2024 election?
Voters largely rejected school choice initiatives but embraced a variety of school funding measures and elected state leaders.
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6 statewide strategies to improve student math outcomes
States can support districts by suggesting high-quality instructional materials and supporting interventions, the Council of Chief State School Officers says.
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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.
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POP QUIZ
Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From K-12 issues on state ballots to the USDA’s plans to eliminate a financial barrier for low-income families, what did you learn from our recent stories?
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As AAPI studies expand nationwide, ethnic studies can provide inroads
A dozen states now require Asian American and Pacific Islander studies curriculum, according to a report from the nonprofit Committee of 100.
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Trump wins second term: What could it mean for K-12?
Trump has promised to undo the Biden administration’s Title IX rules and proposed eliminating the Education Department, among other changes.
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How to use election outcome to teach about regulating emotions
Student support experts recommend schools validate students' emotions and encourage respectful dialogue.
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California State University pilots direct admissions program
The 461,000-student system will inform certain public high school students in Riverside County that they’ve been automatically accepted to 10 campuses.
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3 ways school leaders are promoting unity during a tense election
School culture and student supports are key in administrators' messages to families ahead of 2024 election results.
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SCOTUS hears case that could broaden FCC E-rate protections for schools
The case considers whether reimbursement requests submitted to the E-rate program are “claims” under the False Claims Act.
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From Zzzs to A’s: Classroom lessons focus on good sleep habits
Curricula can help students build healthy habits, such as putting smartphones away before bed and using trackers or activities that promote good sleep, experts say.
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After-school meal participation is on the rise
The total number of students served is still low, according to FRAC, though participation in after-school suppers increased 6.4% between 2022 and 2023.
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Energy Department program helps school districts decarbonize
Benchmarking and retrofit implementation are among categories in which districts can apply for recognition in the Efficient and Healthy Schools Program.
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EDUCATION EXTORTION
4 key strategies for school ransomware prevention and response
Using state and federal supports and embracing a people-first approach are among the most crucial best practices, school district tech leaders say.
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USDA to eliminate school meal ‘junk fees’ for low-income families
Schools will not be allowed to charge online processing fees to students eligible for free and reduced-price meals starting in the 2027-28 school year.
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EDUCATION EXTORTION
K-12 cyber incident reporting is coming. Here’s what we know.
Questions — like what CISA will do with districts' information — remain for K-12 cybersecurity experts as the federal agency finalizes reporting requirements.
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Older struggling readers can benefit from explicit decoding instruction
Early and targeted interventions are critical in helping these students understand increasingly complex tests, a study finds.
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Opinion
School censorship laws undermine Black and brown students and educators
Education that ignores students’ history and culture cannot inspire and nurture them, a Memphis educator writes.
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EDUCATION EXTORTION
How to navigate the rising cost of cyber insurance for schools
As districts face increased premiums for covering ransomware threats, cybersecurity experts suggest leaders read the fine print of insurance policies.
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Most applicants consider E-rate vital, but want cybersecurity supports, too
New survey findings come amid uncertainty for the popular program after a court struck down a funding mechanism for the Universal Service Fund.