New England private schools face reports of widespread sex abuse

An investigation by the Boston Globe has revealed decades of sex abuse allegedly perpetrated by elite private school teachers.

By Erin McIntyre • May 10, 2016

GradNation report announces peak 82.3% high school completion rate

Despite the rate's continuing rise, achievement gaps persist.

By Erin McIntyre • May 10, 2016

California Board of Education to decide on performance metrics

To replace its Academic Performance Index in fall 2017, the board will select metrics to be used in student performance evaluations as part of a new overall accountability system.

By Erin McIntyre • May 10, 2016

Seattle school library disparities illustrate educational inequity

The city's schools aren't guaranteed library funding, requiring them to instead turn to raising money from their communities.

By Erin McIntyre • May 10, 2016

Illinois ed board opposes controversial Chicago takeover plan

A new report from the State Board of Education finds Chicago Public Schools' financial situation isn't bad enough to warrant a state takeover.

By Erin McIntyre • May 9, 2016

'Everyday Math' among curricula failing to meet Common Core standards

Approximately 200,000 classrooms use the curriculum, which didn't meet standards for any grade level.

By Erin McIntyre • May 9, 2016

$500M restructuring plan approved for Detroit's struggling school system

Following teacher sickouts earlier this week, Michigan legislators are flagging funds to address concerns around teacher pay, school conditions. A state Senate plan is also supposed to provide more than $200 million in additional funding.

By Erin McIntyre • May 6, 2016

Examining best practices in assessment for all students

New research from the Northwest Evaluation Association, "Make Assessment Work for All Students: Multiple Measures Matter," examines best practices in assessment for diverse student bodies.

By Erin McIntyre • May 6, 2016

Transgender bathroom laws stir up national education community

With restrictive laws tied to a possible loss in federal education funding, the debate will likely be at the forefront of many state house discussions.

By Erin McIntyre • May 6, 2016

In Chicago, trans students can use restrooms, locker rooms corresponding to gender identity

The change could represent a growing trend across the country, as U.S. Department of Justice officials are tying gender discrimination laws to a loss of federal funding.

By Erin McIntyre • May 5, 2016

10,392 civil rights grievances filed to federal Education Department

Around half of the filed complaints are related to students with disabilities.

By Erin McIntyre • May 5, 2016

In Kansas, June 30th closure date looms

Next week, the Kansas Supreme Court will hear arguments over whether or not the state's funding formula is constitutional under a new fix.

By Erin McIntyre • May 3, 2016

Thousands flock to answer Hawaii teacher shortage

After the Hawaiian Department of Education put out a call for teachers, officials found themselves faced with an influx of job applications. 

By Erin McIntyre • May 3, 2016

Parents join misbehaving students in class

One middle school in West Virginia is experimenting with punishments for students that involved requiring their parents to spend a full day with them in school.

By Erin McIntyre • May 3, 2016

In Texas, dual enrollment students are losing pre-earned college credits

Texas students who have taken college courses in high school are now finding out some of these courses do not translate into usable credits at colleges.

By Erin McIntyre • April 28, 2016

Rocky road ahead for Kentucky school funding disparities

Although Kentucky has seen success in reducing financial disparities between school districts, progress is unsteady due to property tax discrepancies.

By Erin McIntyre • April 27, 2016

PBS releases new interactive series of iBooks for teachers

The network has announced four books will be released this month.

By Erin McIntyre • April 27, 2016

An influx of funding may or may not help learning in US classrooms

Education experts disagree over whether school quality suffers due to a lack of equity in funding or a lack of equity in how funding is used.

By Erin McIntyre • April 26, 2016

$5.7M in new federal grants aim to help at-risk, incarcerated youth

The U.S. Department of Education announced $5.7 million in new grants to help students involved in the criminal justice system.

By Erin McIntyre • April 26, 2016

Sen. Lamar Alexander applauds changes to come under ESSA

U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-TN) has called for state coalitions of teachers, principals, superintendents and legislators to create accountability guidelines under ESSA.

By Erin McIntyre • April 26, 2016

Nashville principal Susan Kessler talks ESSA, discipline and weathering controversy

Hunters Lane High School has seen significant improvement during Kessler's 8-year tenure, though the path to success hasn't always been smooth.

By Roger Riddell • April 25, 2016

Economists: Improving school quality may bring financial benefits to districts

New projections estimate schools that are able to improve their quality under ESSA's flexible accountability benchmarks may be able to cash in as well. 

By Erin McIntyre • April 25, 2016

Computer science teaching necessitates a rethinking of math curriculum

The federal push for more coding in K-12 requires additional focus on critical thinking and reason in math instruction.

By Erin McIntyre • April 22, 2016

Indianapolis considers new community-focused ESL school for immigrant students

The school would be modeled on existing programs in cities like New York, doubling as a community center to help families get healthcare and adult education.

By Erin McIntyre • April 22, 2016

New program aims to build pipeline for female district leaders

The School Superintendents Association is launching a new initiative called “More Than a Power Lunch: Building Networks to Support and Advance Women in School Leadership.”

By Erin McIntyre • April 21, 2016