Ed Dept under fire over FERPA complaint processes

Disorganization in how complaints are handled created a backlog dating back to at least the last administration, an audit from the department's Inspector General's office found.

By Allie Gross • Dec. 3, 2018

Disruptor of the Year: Striking teachers in West Virginia

A February walkout over pay and benefits sparked an ongoing movement with significant public support nationwide.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 3, 2018

The K-12 Education Dive Awards for 2018

This year's awards recognize the industry’s top disruptors and innovators. These administrators, districts and trends are transforming the industry and shaping the future.

By Education Dive: K-12 Team • Dec. 3, 2018

Should the US Constitution guarantee a right to education?

Since education isn't currently federally mandated, a Rhode Island lawsuit argues the state fails to give students the skills needed to exercise rights they are guaranteed, including voting.

By Jessica Campisi • Nov. 30, 2018

Indiana State U: Administrators cite salaries among top teacher shortage contributors

Unqualified candidates, untenable job demands and a lack of governmental support for the profession also made the list in new research.

By Allie Gross • Nov. 29, 2018

Administrators in low-income schools must remain acutely aware of lead's impact

Less affluent students are more likely to live or attend school in older buildings that have lead in their paint or pipes, and exposure can have long-term effects.

By Allie Gross • Nov. 28, 2018

Teacher pay issue unites union, GOP in Indiana

In a year rife with demonstrations over educators' pay and benefits, growing unity on the issue across the political spectrum is yet another sign of success.

By Allie Gross • Nov. 27, 2018

Report: Federal immigration policies contributing to absenteeism

A report from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization says policies being implemented by the government "are detrimental to the education of those with undocumented status."

By Jessica Campisi • Nov. 26, 2018

Co-ops feed healthier finances for districts' meal programs

Rural and other small districts in particular can cut costs by joining forces on larger, more competitively bid food contracts.

By Allie Gross • Nov. 26, 2018

Office for Civil Rights to continue examining complaints from 'mass filers'

The decision comes after advocacy groups filed a complaint saying that ignoring serial complainants runs counter to the department’s mission.

By Allie Gross • Nov. 26, 2018

Why is school segregation rising as neighborhoods become more diverse?

The author of a recent study suggests school choice plays a role, but the full picture may be more complicated.

By Allie Gross • Nov. 20, 2018

Filmmaker Rob Reiner reflects on role as advocate for young children

First 5 Los Angeles — one of the local agencies created by Reiner's 1998 ballot initiative — shared with Education Dive its recent conversation with the actor and director.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 20, 2018

ESSA's focus on chronic absenteeism breeds variety of district strategies

Approaches to improving attendance range from sending informational letters to families to offering free doughnuts before the bell.

By Allie Gross • Nov. 19, 2018

California districts' fire devastation highlights importance of disaster preparation

Schools and districts with response and recovery plans can bounce back more quickly while avoiding headaches over a variety of resources and services.

By Allie Gross • Nov. 19, 2018

State lawmakers making school leadership a top priority

With next year’s legislative sessions approaching, an Education Commission of the States brief shows how some states are going above and beyond ESSA.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 19, 2018

Panelists stress need for educators to play dual role as pre-K policy advocates

A National Association for the Education of Young Children session detailed the importance of first-hand experiences alongside data when making the case to policymakers.

By Jessica Campisi • Nov. 16, 2018

How do states plan to spend school improvement money?

A report from the Collaborative for Student Success finds that, so far, states are taking three different approaches in dealing with low-performing schools. 

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 15, 2018

Rural students' internet access in limbo as FCC debates rule change

As the Federal Communications Commission decides whether to grant free broadband access to rural districts, the homework gap persists.

By Jessica Campisi • Nov. 14, 2018

Amazon's HQ2 set for Virginia, NYC: What does it mean for schools?

The new headquarters could bring expanded STEM and career-and-technical ed opportunities, as well as a handful of logistical nightmares.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 14, 2018

State-run school districts prove hard to turn around

The third and newest leader of Tennessee’s Achievement School District focuses on community connections to improve low-performing schools.

By Amelia Harper • Nov. 14, 2018

School turnaround chief: Collaboration — not forced takeovers — effective in saving failing schools

The head of Georgia’s school turnaround efforts says pairing leaders with business executives will help these schools get back on track.

By Lucy Hood • Nov. 12, 2018

What will midterms 'blue wave' mean for K-12 ed policy?

A panel of education experts, including National Education Association President Lily Eskelsen García, convened Friday to discuss the potential impacts of last week's elections on the nation's schools.

By Jessica Campisi • Nov. 12, 2018

Only one state comes close to having all the elements of a strong pre-K program, report finds

Several gubernatorial candidates' platforms included early education, and a National Institute for Early Education Research report aims to guide winners.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 9, 2018

More California school administrators gain skills as early-childhood leaders

With an early-learning advocate just elected governor, the state's First 5 commissions say it's time to link preschool and K-12 data to boost student success.

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 8, 2018

Special report: An in-depth look at California's First 5 early-childhood initiative

Twenty years ago, the Golden State voted in favor of a celebrity's tobacco tax plan to improve young children's health, well-being and school readiness. Did it make a difference?

By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 8, 2018