Florida among latest to propose teacher pay increase to offset shortage

States and individual districts are getting creative with pay, perks and stipends to attract new teachers to the field and retain those already in place.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 9, 2019

Report spotlights DC school dress codes' disproportionate impact on black girls

As attire battles continue nationwide, the research is among the latest to look at how female students generally are subjected to stricter rules than male peers.

By Natalie Gross • Oct. 9, 2019

Report: States 'retreat' from including student test results in principal, teacher evaluations

National Council on Teacher Quality data shows 34 states still include test scores in teacher evaluation results, down from 43 before ESSA's passage.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 8, 2019

NEA, National PTA support DACA in Supreme Court case

DACA has positively impacted immigrant students and educators, but its uncertain future leaves many in limbo, supporters contend. 

By Naaz Modan • Oct. 7, 2019

3 things administrators should know as E-rate filing season approaches

A Texas dispute over school-owned fiber networks, options to close the homework gap and potential cybersecurity eligibility are among things to watch.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 3, 2019

Ed Dept awards $123M in grants promoting STEM innovation

The Education Innovation and Research Program (EIR) funds will target underserved students and areas, including rural populations.

By Naaz Modan • Sept. 30, 2019

Trump administration emergency response guide calls for proactive hazard prep

The guide instructs districts to help schools customize plans to their local needs and includes a checklist of actionable items.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 26, 2019

Poverty impacts achievement gaps more than race

Research from The Educational Opportunity Project at Stanford University finds race is associated with achievement gaps because students of color are often concentrated in high-poverty schools. 

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 25, 2019

50 States of Ed Policy: Where do top Democratic presidential candidates stand on K-12 issues?

With Joe Biden, Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders currently topping the polls, here's what we know about their plans for the nation's schools.

By Naaz Modan • Sept. 24, 2019

Most states earn a C in ALEC's choice-focused report card

The conservative American Legislative Exchange Council’s annual take on education prioritizes charter growth and policies supporting school choice.

By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 19, 2019

Roundup: Curriculum in state education policy

Recent state legislation nationwide focuses on including mental health and sexual abuse education in curricula.

By Naaz Modan • Sept. 18, 2019

DeVos: Federal funds for students with disabilities can be used for postsecondary ed

The funds can be used for comprehensive transition programs, which are college-based offerings for students with intellectual disabilities. 

By Naaz Modan • Sept. 18, 2019

Chicago Public Schools violated Title IX for 'systemic failure' to address student sexual violence claims

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights said part of the problem was the prolonged absence of a Title IX coordinator. 

By Naaz Modan • Sept. 12, 2019

Should parents of persistent bullies be fined?

A Wisconsin city is divided over the practice, but supporters hope it will inspire parents to step in.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 11, 2019

Should the FCC expand E-rate coverage to include cybersecurity?

Data shows risks are increasing as more school and district information goes digital, but funding for protection is lacking.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 6, 2019

Despite increasing gun violence, majority of students report feeling safe at school

A new study from ACT reports 38% of students believe adding mental health services would improve their sense of safety.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 4, 2019

Takeover schools often still face same underlying challenges

While the state-sanctioned private charter takeover of the Jefferson County School District in Florida found success on some academic concerns, a number of disciplinary and other challenges remain.

By Amelia Harper • Sept. 4, 2019

Study: 'Splinter' districts increase school segregation in the South

Researchers write that district secession is "eroding what has historically been one of the cornerstones of school desegregation in the South: the one-county, one-school-system jurisdiction."

By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 4, 2019

Districts navigate smoky federal, state cannabis legislation

As more states change marijuana laws, districts are caught in a disconnect between prevention and messaging with students, as well as use by educators.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 3, 2019

High chronic absenteeism rates among special needs students raise alarms

In New York City, about 26,000 students with disabilities missed at least 20% of school days in the 2015-16 school year.

By Amelia Harper • Sept. 3, 2019

Districts working to limit students' exposure to lead in drinking water

Most states don’t require lead testing of water at schools, but some district leaders are still collecting data and reporting findings to parents.

By Amelia Harper • Sept. 3, 2019

US attorney: States can't sue feds over lunch program changes

School lunch rules championed by former first lady Michelle Obama have been relaxed, but strict requirements aren't completely eliminated.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 30, 2019

How districts are reexamining policies to encourage parental involvement

Ending fees for background checks is among steps schools are taking to remove barriers that keep parents from volunteering.

By Natalie Gross • Aug. 30, 2019

Proposed SNAP rule would affect schools that provide free meals to all

Almost 65% of schools eligible for the Community Eligibility Option now participate, according to government figures.

By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 29, 2019

Advisory group urges NYC to eliminate gifted programs, selective admissions

Data show only 10.5% of black and Latinx students get invitations to the city’s elite schools, though they make up 70% of total enrollment.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 28, 2019