State policy is keeping college- and career-ready standards from being successfully implemented

Using its policy attributes theory, the Center on Standards, Alignment, Instruction and Learning found only 20 states are well-placed to implement college- and career-ready standards.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 13, 2017

Comprehensive approach to education requires more than wraparound services

Educators and policymakers must begin to "unpack the social determinants of education as being the social determinants of health."

By Autumn A. Arnett • April 12, 2017

3 keys to shifting the K-12 education landscape

Equity, early childhood education and community involvement were top of mind for educators at Tuesday's Education Summit hosted by The Atlantic in Washington, DC.

By Autumn A. Arnett • April 12, 2017

With over 4,000 solar systems on schools, ed opportunities accompany savings

The Solar Foundation's "Brighter Future" report shows over 3,700 solar energy systems on U.S. public and private K-12 schools as of 2014, with the total number expected to have doubled since then.

By Roger Riddell • April 11, 2017

Maryland Gov Hogan blasts 'unreasonable' professional days, defends later start date

Compromising professional development, however, could lead to unintended consequences in schools.

By Autumn A. Arnett • April 6, 2017

How are educators exploring alternative assessment methods?

Digital portfolios and progress measuring are among methods being explored.

By Roger Riddell • April 6, 2017

Chicago students would be required to prove post-graduation plans to get diploma

Many are questioning the move's legality and enforceability, but supporters say it doesn't add any undue burden.

By Autumn A. Arnett • April 6, 2017

Teacher agency at center of New Hampshire CBE advancements

Giving educators a seat at the table and freedom to innovate without fear of state guidelines has boosted the state's push toward competency-based K-12.

By Roger Riddell • April 5, 2017

ESSA plans start rolling in to Ed Dept

Some states stuck with original intent to submit their action plans by the April 3 deadline.

By Autumn A. Arnett • April 5, 2017

California Partnership Academies put students on a path to career

The Westlake Information Technology Academy at Southern California’s Westlake High School gives students an early window into game design and computer simulation.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 3, 2017

Maryland legislature moves to preempt influx of charters, vouchers

Facing a veto threat from the governor, officials passed a bill to disallow the state school board from turning failing schools over to private operators as well as limit the impact of testing on success metrics.

By Autumn A. Arnett • April 3, 2017

Poll finds DeVos least popular of six Trump administration officials

An online survey conducted by Saint Leo University's Polling Institute found 52.3% either somewhat or strongly disapproved of the U.S. secretary of education.

By Roger Riddell • March 30, 2017

School inequality perpetuates achievement gaps

An exploration into one Chicago-area school reveals that minority students' participation in AP and advanced coursework is still lagging.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 29, 2017

More research supports moving high school start times later

A new study suggests later start times can have a positive impact on attendance and graduation rates.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 29, 2017

Lamar Alexander: US Dept of Ed's role is 'cheerleader' for schools

In comments made Wednesday morning at the American Enterprise Institute, the Republican senator said there's no role for the federal government to hold states accountable for school performance.

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 29, 2017

White House proposes $3B ED cut for remainder of current fiscal year

With $9.2 billion in cuts already suggested for the next fiscal year, education could see further reductions in the remainder of FY2017.

By Roger Riddell • March 28, 2017

Questions loom over whether voucher programs really improve student outcomes

Test score studies of voucher program students in Ohio have failed to yield definitive results about the program's effectiveness. 

By Steven J. Gaither • March 27, 2017

California report considers big changes to special ed funding

A new report is drawing criticism for its plans to redistribute how funding is doled out in the state, with an eye toward giving districts more direct control over spending. 

By Stephen Noonoo • March 27, 2017

Report: Boosting community engagement can help close achievement gaps

A new report from the Frederick D. Patterson Research Institute outlines ways to involve African American community leaders in ed reform efforts.

By Corinne Z. Lyons • March 27, 2017

HEA, credit hours and special ed: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the our look at higher ed succession planning and executive search strategy and more here.

By Roger Riddell • March 24, 2017

Districts go into debt to complete building projects

School construction (or lack thereof) in Florida and Chicago could have unintended consequences for vulnerable communities.

By Pat Donachie • March 24, 2017

Reduced suspensions may negatively impact students, report claims

Critics of the study argue the perception of safety in New York City schools may not match the reality of the infrequency of violent incidents.

By Pat Donachie • March 24, 2017

Government boosts funding for computer science ed to combat threats

A shortage of trained cybersecurity professionals who can deal with sophisticated threats is leading both federal and state departments to put new resources into training. 

By Stephen Noonoo • March 24, 2017

New assessment model lets students collaborate and share understanding

A new assessment model allowing students to collaborate on answers before taking individual tests is getting rave reviews from schools testing it out.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 24, 2017

Supreme Court weighs heavily in favor of special ed rights

All eight justices were united in a Wednesday decision that broadens the interpretation of rights for special education students.

By Roger Riddell • March 22, 2017