UPDATED: Congress provides CHIP funding in budget stopgap

The program was set to run out of money in early 2018, but is now funded through March.

By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 21, 2017

Trend toward partisan school board elections raises concerns

With North Carolina as the latest state to see an increase in partisan school board elections, how does this affect representation?

By Amelia Harper • Dec. 20, 2017

Report: Principals underprepared amid pre-K's spread

New Jersey is spotlighted by researchers in particular due to its combination of a high-quality public pre-K program and the lack of requirement for college-level early-childhood coursework for principals.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 20, 2017

DeVos calls for more innovation during Rethink School Summit

Charter operators and independent schools were largely represented at the Tuesday event.

By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 20, 2017

California commission changes requirements for special ed teachers

Goals of the commission’s decision include identifying students with special needs earlier and having educators who can more effectively work in an inclusion model.

By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 19, 2017

DeVos considers delaying Obama-era special education rule

States would be required to spend more on early intervention if the percentage of minority students in special education programs exceeds certain limits. 

By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 18, 2017

How has the cyber charter landscape changed in the past year?

In an update to its 2016 investigation of the sector, Education Week notes that the schools now have a strong ally at the U.S. Department of Education.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 18, 2017

Survey: Educators across political spectrum not sold on school choice

Many teachers, principals and district superintendents report skepticism of charter schools, vouchers and tax-credit scholarships, including some who voted for President Donald Trump.

By Amelia Harper • Dec. 15, 2017

Concerns about access to K-12 content linger ahead of net neutrality vote

The Federal Communications Commission is expected to repeal the rules, which could potentially see some content providers charging a premium for delivery at higher speeds.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 14, 2017

More states choosing chronic absenteeism rate as major school success indicator

California, like many other states, needs to address the impact of the growing number of students who aren’t making it to school.

By Amelia Harper • Dec. 14, 2017

Former Florida Lt. Gov. Brogan tapped to oversee K-12 policy at Ed Dept

Frank Brogan, who formerly served with Jeb Bush, has supported policies similar to those promoted by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos.

By Amelia Harper • Dec. 13, 2017

Suburban Chicago district overhauls approach to learning via E-rate funds

The Cicero Public School District 99 overhauled its infrastructure to take full advantage of Chromebook capabilities.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 13, 2017

Cross-sector organization calls for district-charter cooperation in Detroit

The Coalition for the Future of Detroit Schoolchildren recommends a centralized system that would make it easier for all schools to track student attendance.

By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 12, 2017

CEP survey: Most state leaders face funding, staffing challenges in ESSA implementation

Some state education leaders also report a desire for clearer direction from the U.S. Department of Education.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 12, 2017

Thought leaders share predictions on assessment, SEL, PD

The past several years have seen massive change in the K-12 space, largely due to seismic shifts in the economy and the need to re-adjust to meet changing workforce demands.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 7, 2017

State report cards improving, education data experts say

Using simpler language and fewer acronyms would make the reports even more accessible.

By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 6, 2017

GAO: Inform parents about the effect of school vouchers on disability rights

Though school vouchers offer parents of disabled students more choices, they are not always made aware that their children might lose some disability rights in the process.

By Amelia Harper • Dec. 6, 2017

Cross-school collaboration seeks to empower small districts in 5 states

Small school districts face unique challenges, but a new program is exploring the possibility of addressing some by building cross-school professional learning communities.

By Amelia Harper • Dec. 5, 2017

Stricter school nutrition guidelines delayed for now

Current sodium levels, flavored milk and non-whole grain menu items can remain in place through the 2018-19 school year.

By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 4, 2017

Most Disruptive Idea: District Cooperatives/Collaboratives

School districts have found strength in numbers, joining forces to leverage their collective resources and buying power amid ongoing budget austerity nationwide.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 4, 2017

The K-12 Education Dive Awards for 2017

The 2017 Dive Awards for K-12 Education recognize the industry’s top disruptors and innovators. These administrators, districts and trends are transforming the industry and shaping the future.

By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Dec. 4, 2017

Policy of the Year: The Every Student Succeeds Act

Ongoing implementation has graduated the nation's primary K-12 law from 2016's Obsession of the Year to 2017's Policy of the Year. And there's a lot to take in.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 4, 2017

Data analysis highlights status of K-12 facilities infrastructure

Despite an average age of 44 years, 76% of schools surveyed by the National Center for Education Statistics said their buildings were in "good" or "excellent" condition.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 1, 2017

National recognition program aims to evaluate school-based health centers

The program gives school-based health centers a way to demonstrate how they benefit students and the school communities they serve.

By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 1, 2017

Cool courses, HEA and Khan: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on institutional assistance to low-income students and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 1, 2017