Education Department withdraws proposed Title IX athletics rule

The administration cited legal challenges and public comment in pulling the controversial regulation as the presidency is about to change hands.

High school graduation rates held steady in 2022-23

However, average rates showed racial and ethnic disparities, according to newly released National Center for Education Statistics data.

3 K-12 staffing lessons learned in 2024

Schools continue to navigate persistent workforce challenges, including a shortage of special education teachers and gaps in diversity.

How to use curriculum to support students after extended absences

Chronic or prolonged absences require additional consideration and planning to help students who miss class regain lost ground.

Where could Trump tariffs hit school budgets?

An economist says the president-elect’s proposed import taxes could drive up material costs and impact K-12 capital projects.

What are the greatest barriers to school choice?

Opportunity gaps impact students from a variety of backgrounds in both public and private school choice programs, a CRPE report says.

Declining K-12 enrollment spells trouble for higher education’s future

Given demographic trends, the sector will likely become more competitive and experience more closures, one consolidation expert argues. 

Can AI tutor bots help close literacy gaps?

While artificial intelligence tools show promise, experts advise that teachers become AI-literate to maximize benefits and avoid missteps.

3 dead in Wisconsin school shooting

Police identified the alleged shooter, who was among the fatalities, as a 15-year-old girl who attended the school.

Updated Dec. 17, 2024

FutureReadyNYC career education program adds HVAC, building decarbonization

Some 135 high schools would gain work-based learning and apprenticeship opportunities under the New York City initiative.

These 4 charts tell the story of K-12 staffing, tutoring trends

Special educators, classroom aides and mental health professionals are among the most understaffed roles, according to NCES data.

Special education teacher shortage creating ‘point of exhaustion’

During a U.S. Commission on Civil Rights’ listening session, speakers shared hardships students, families and schools face due to a lack of educators.

How to counter AI mathbots? Have students show their work

Addressing confusion in person and keeping math challenging are key to ensuring students don’t lean on artificial intelligence bots, one expert suggests.

Schools take proactive steps to protect immigrant students

Threatened changes to U.S. immigration policies are leading some schools to share resources and offer support to staff, families and students.

Updated Dec. 17, 2024

As states show graduation exams to the exit, what’s next?

Only six states still require graduation assessments after New York and Massachusetts announced plans to end the practice.

Judge mulls challenge to Minnesota dual enrollment program’s ban of faith statements

Two Christian colleges are seeking to overturn one of the eligibility requirements for the statewide high school dual enrollment program.

5-year study highlights impactful school innovation practices

Canopy project schools are helping deliver engaging and flexible student experiences, but funding and staffing are barriers, a report finds.

Walberg to lead U.S. House Education and Workforce Committee

In the Senate, Bill Cassidy, R-La., will chair the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee when the 119th Congress convenes in January.

Moody’s issues negative outlook for K-12 public schools in 2025

The dour forecast for the sector is based on a trifecta of enrollment concerns, rising costs and slowing revenue.

Biden signs law mandating Oct. 1 deadline for FAFSA release

The FAFSA Deadline Act will require the education secretary to update Congress on if the U.S. Department of Education expects to meet the deadline.

Minnesota schools must report cybersecurity incidents under new law

The information will be anonymized and shared with “appropriate organizations” to help officials understand how to provide support.

IDEA 2004 turns 20: How the landmark reauthorization changed special education

While gains have come for inclusion of students with disabilities, underfunding and teacher shortages remain struggles.

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.

Heavy Metal: Trade groups share playbook for high school summer camp

A Seattle-area summer camp created to introduce teens to the construction trades was designed so others could easily duplicate the model elsewhere.

New Jersey becomes latest state to prohibit book bans

Though similar laws have gained steam in Democratic-leaning states, at least one — Illinois — has begun to see pushback.