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Districts seek new strategies in dealing with special ed shortages
As the population of students needing services grows, special education teachers and paraprofessionals are in even greater demand.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 12, 2017 -
Gallup 2017 survey of K-12 superintendents highlights challenges facing districts
A majority of district leaders report budget shortfalls among their greatest challenges, and 66% across all types of districts report seeing fewer new teacher candidates.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 11, 2017 -
New rule may change how federal special ed dollars can be used
Under a new bias rule, schools will need to become more vigilant about the way minority students are treated when it comes to special education and discipline.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 11, 2017 -
DACA, tech struggles and e-sports: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on Rhode Island's approach to university-industry workforce development partnerships and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Following DACA decision, districts boost efforts to provide support and accurate information
A significant number of educators and school personnel will be impacted alongside students.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 7, 2017 -
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Schools might see more changes to school lunch rules under Trump administration
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue has already loosened some of the 2010 law's requirements.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 7, 2017 -
Cost remains broadband roadblock for many schools
A new survey from CoSN highlights broadband infrastructure challenges in the classroom and beyond.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 6, 2017 -
In-house teacher coaching programs streamline PD, cut costs
Peer-led coaching can greatly improve teacher efficacy — and districts don't necessarily need to look beyond their borders to provide it.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 6, 2017 -
Addressing mold early can net savings for districts
A small maintenance problem can grow into a financial nightmare for school districts if ignored.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 6, 2017 -
Education leaders react to Trump's decision to end DACA
State and district chiefs are calling on Congress to take action on immigration reform.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 5, 2017 -
What should the compulsory age of attendance be?
Indiana lawmakers may consider a new bill on the topic next year, having shot down a proposal two years ago that would have lowered the required age to start school from 7 to 5.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 5, 2017 -
School leaders should tune out charter debates, says former district official
Administrators should also focus on addressing the concerns of "end users."
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 5, 2017 -
Automation-proofing students requires more of schools, districts
College- and career-readiness isn't enough: The K-12 education system now faces the challenge of preparing students for fields that won't be automated via robotics and AI.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 5, 2017 -
RAND study touts economic benefit of later school start times
Researchers say an 8:30 a.m. school start time would eventually save schools money and benefit the U.S. economy by billions of dollars each year.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 1, 2017 -
Teacher ambassadors discuss changing roles in new administration
Representing fellow teachers in an administration that favors increasing school choice is proving a challenge.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 1, 2017 -
Districts expressing support for immigrant students ahead of DACA decision
Florida's Broward County Public Schools is among those intensifying efforts amid rising concerns that families could be affected by potential deportations.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 31, 2017 -
Many state superintendents earn same as or less than predecessors
An Education Week analysis found pay for top ed officials rising in only half of states despite increasing responsibilities for the role.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 31, 2017 -
Colorado considers 'strong commitment' to parents' rights in crafting opt-out policy
Low testing participation rates could lead schools to be rated as low-performing even if they're not.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 30, 2017 -
States trimming standardized testing requirements to restore classroom time
Some states are assessing their assessments, establishing caps and eliminating some tests all together in response.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 30, 2017 -
California bill proposing creation of state-run STEM school draws fire, praise
Should states be in the business of creating and overseeing STEM schools?
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 30, 2017 -
Even with in-kind support, NYC charters receive less funding than district schools
Charter schools that are co-located in facilities with district schools are better off than those not co-located.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 29, 2017 -
Wisconsin district's transgender bathroom case may be headed to Supreme Court
Though justices sent a previous case back to the lower courts, it seems inevitable that they'll have to give a final say on the issue sooner or later.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 29, 2017 -
Grow-Your-Own program gives Missouri high school students pathway into teaching
The programs seek to keep promising future teachers in the community and bring more diversity into the educator workforce.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 29, 2017 -
Baltimore school helps struggling peers in district find path to success
Leaders in Baltimore City Schools are banking on the idea that success can be replicated with the proper supports in place.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 29, 2017 -
Deep Dive
As states seek to reduce suspensions, schools look for ways to handle discipline
Administrators aim for balance between addressing racial disparities while still supporting teachers.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 28, 2017
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