Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news

From a Republican-led House proposal to cut Title I funds to more students tapping into private school choice, what did you learn from our recent stories?

What can educators do to elevate student voice?

Teacher educators share how instructors can give students greater opportunities for classroom leadership and self-directed learning.

How schools can take data analysis beyond the math classroom

Data skills are crucial in academic and workforce environments, which is why they should be fostered across all subjects, one expert said.

House GOP eyes 27% cut to Title I

The FY 26 proposal would eliminate funding for teacher training, full-service community schools and English Language Acquisition programs.

Immigration enforcement causing trauma and school avoidance, educators and advocates say

In response, schools and districts are offering legal aid, resources and school transportation options to alleviate school attendance fears.

School district insolvency on the rise

The current financial climate — in which districts can expect increased state involvement — was predictable and preventable, experts say.

How an Indiana district puts a premium on teacher autonomy

In Eastern Hancock Schools, giving teachers room to make decisions is key to realizing the district’s four strategic promises.

Report: Teacher program cuts to have ‘lasting negative effects’ on schools

Recommendations in a new UCLA brief include seeking alternative funding and supporting teachers pursuing certification.

Florida schools will test armed drones this fall to thwart shooters

Three districts will have the devices available as a first-response option that coordinates with local law enforcement, says Campus Guardian Angel.

Week In Review: Challenges abound as a new school year begins

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from chronic absenteeism progress to severe weather’s impact on schools.

What do enrollment declines mean for teacher shortages?

During COVID-19, districts hired more teachers despite ongoing enrollment declines. That led to a reversal in broad teacher shortages, researchers say.

Broward County Public Schools faces enrollment drops, possible closures

The nation’s sixth largest district is considering how to “address” 34 schools for potential closures or consolidations while facing enrollment declines.

These 4 trends are shaping the 2025-26 school year

From enrollment to AI, education leaders face a variety of obstacles and opportunities as students return to classrooms.

2 dead, 17 injured in Minneapolis school shooting

The "frontal assault" style attack used during the mass shooting is relatively rare at schools, one school shooting expert said.

How can districts help families navigate rising school supply costs?

As Trump’s tariff policies ramp up and families face sticker shock over back-to-school shopping, some K-12 leaders are leaning on creative ways to assist.

States, districts seek to end federal funding freeze lawsuits

The Education Department promises to release a second tranche of federal grant funding in early October, court records show.

How can schools launch sustainable drone programs?

Connecting drone usage to real-world scenarios and making curricula engaging beyond the first year are key, experts say.

Advanced manufacturing expansion opens CTE opportunities for rural schools

Industry partnerships and career education are crucial to prepare rural students for work in this growing field, a recent report says.

6 ways administrators are handling cellphone bans in the new school year

School and district leaders say stakeholder input, consistent enforcement of rules and lessons in digital usage have helped their policies succeed.

Severe weather eroding school finances and learning

An NWEA report estimates that students lose 3.6 days of learning for every day of school missed due to severe weather.

Charter school expansion slows amid closures, low enrollment, report says

A recent report alleges stagnating enrollment, underperformance and waste are among challenges the sector faces.

EEOC seeks to enforce subpoenas against school district that sued agency over bias probe

The news comes weeks after New Mexico’s Gallup-McKinley County Schools sued the commission, alleging its investigation exceeded EEOC’s authority.

How are education leaders combating chronic absenteeism?

Making school attendance a state-level priority and building school-family relationships are among strategies showing results.

3 questions for K-12 leaders to consider amid the AI tutoring boom

While artificial intelligence tutors appear to gain traction in schools, little research exists on the efficacy of these tools for students.

Week In Review: OCR staffers to return amid changing Title IX enforcement

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from music education’s impact on literacy to the latest Education Department changes.