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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.
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High school graduates to peak in 2025, with slightly deeper-than-expected declines ahead
The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education’s latest projections serve as a call for policymakers and colleges to boost attendance rates.
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Supreme Court declines K-12 cases on gender support plan, race-conscious admissions
In a dissent on the transgender-related case, two justices called the issue presented "a question of great and growing national importance."
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Teacher diversity lags behind rate in broader workforce
The gap is raising concerns that people of color are opting out of careers in education, a Natonal Council on Teacher Quality report suggests.
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What do special education advocates anticipate from a 2nd Trump term?
Some advocacy groups are preparing to defend the federal government's role in supporting public school students with disabilities.
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On-campus restaurants serve up vital lessons for students
A number of school district culinary arts programs nationwide are using student-run eateries to hone soft skills alongside industry knowledge.
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Public school enrollment dips 2.5% from 2019 to 2023
The largest portion of student enrollment decreases were in pre-K-8, new data from National Center for Education Statistics shows.
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Deep DiveIDEA 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.
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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.
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Federal judge upholds race-conscious admissions at Naval Academy
The ruling deals a blow to Students for Fair Admissions, the group that successfully brought down these practices at civilian colleges.
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What Trump’s pick for FCC chair could mean for E-rate expansion
As a commissioner, Brendan Carr dissented against the inclusion of school bus Wi-Fi and hotspots, but it’s unclear where he would lead the program next.
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STUDY HALLWhat is E-rate and how does it benefit schools?
With the FCC program’s future in legal limbo, here’s what it means for schools and libraries that use the federal funds for affordable internet connectivity.
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Reading wars head to court: Lawsuit claims ‘deceptive’ practices by famed literacy specialists
The plaintiffs sold faulty curricula that “sought to diminish and even exclude” phonics instruction, two mothers claim in a suit seeking class-action status.
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Lawmakers debate what’s to blame for lackluster student achievement
While Democratic and Republican lawmakers agree curricula are under state and local purview, they differ on approaches and priorities to improve learning.
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To find people with the right skills, employers may need to start with K-12
Nearly 60% of employers surveyed said they aren’t confident their talent pipelines will meet their needs over the next decade, a recent survey found.
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POP QUIZTest yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From new math performance data to the 20th anniversary of a federal law’s last reauthorization, what did you learn from our recent stories?
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Charter schools can leverage autonomy to serve students with disabilities
A Center for Learner Equity study identifies several areas of focus where charters can create systemic change in teaching and learning.
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Math scores plummet, progress ‘erased,’ NCES reports
Average U.S. math scores on the latest Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study reverted to 1995 levels.
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‘No one-size-fits-all’ student cellphone policy, says Education Department
In a new resource, the agency encourages schools, districts and states to develop policies in collaboration with families, students and educators.
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Special education teacher shortages subject of public listening session
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights wants to hear from educators, parents, students and community members as it develops recommendations.
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How RFK Jr. could shake up school lunches
Trump’s HHS pick is expected to work to eliminate processed foods from school meals and push for the removal of dyes from cereals and other items.
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Education Department promotes expanded use of behavior assessments
Students with and without disabilities can benefit from individualized interventions intended to improve classroom behaviors, new guidance says.
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Order in the classroom: Mock trials can teach students about the justice system
The approach can even work with elementary students, who can be tasked with staging trials of characters from fairy tales, says one expert.
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Ohio becomes latest state to restrict transgender students’ bathroom access
Under the Protect All Students Act, K-12 and college students in the state can only use multiperson facilities aligned with their sex assigned at birth.
