Chicago teachers' union plans for mass walkout Friday

Chicago Public Schools CEO Forrest Claypool says the district won't block the action.

By Erin McIntyre • March 30, 2016

Ed Dept seeks feedback on using SIG funds to improve diversity

The department is considering how to best apply the grants to promote socioeconomic diversity in schools and help improve outcomes. 

By Erin McIntyre • March 30, 2016

SROs outnumber counselors in NYC, Chicago, Miami and Houston

Research shows that such disproportions contribute to the school-to-prison pipeline.

By Erin McIntyre • March 29, 2016

Ethics of suicide detection software in schools questioned

Privacy issues are being raised in districts using a high-tech software that flags potentially suicidal students through automated browser history reviews.

By Erin McIntyre • March 29, 2016

K-12 coding classes lacking in tech-savvy California

Data from the the state shows a majority of public high schools don’t offer dedicated computer science or programming courses.

By Erin McIntyre • March 29, 2016

New America: States' shift from common assessments may prove negative

Many states are moving away from common assessments, which researchers say could impact synergy between K-12 and higher ed. 

By Autumn A. Arnett • March 28, 2016

Maine sees success with intervention program

The Building Assets-Reducing Risks program has expanded to 45 U.S. schools and helps ease students' transition from middle to high school.

By Erin McIntyre • March 28, 2016

Growth mindset, diversity, and Strayer: The week's most-read education news

Don't fall behind! Get caught up on the week's most-read education news right here.

By Roger Riddell • March 24, 2016

Education Equality Index ranks schools, cities and states on achievement gap

The new tool from school reform organizations Education Cities and GreatSchools provides data on how equitably low-income students are served.

By Erin McIntyre • March 24, 2016

ELL focus of ESSA rule-making session

English Language Learning took center-stage on the third day of rulemaking negotiations.

By Erin McIntyre • March 24, 2016

Education Law Center report examines inequity in school funding

A new report examines disparities in school funding formulas across the U.S. 

By Erin McIntyre • March 22, 2016

Inequity in Maryland gifted programs under microscope

A new report reviewing one county's selective academic programs shows discrimination against students of color. 

By Erin McIntyre • March 22, 2016

To increase available funding, some schools combine grades

Reconfiguring grade levels is offering some districts a way to save money while helping students learn and better engage communities.

By Erin McIntyre • March 21, 2016

Undocumented teachers will soon lead New York classrooms

The state's Board of Regents will allow some undocumented teachers to obtain teacher certifications, but the decision isn't without precedent.

By Erin McIntyre • March 20, 2016

Rethinking K-12 discipline's 'broken windows' approach

Dan Losen, the author of a new study on school discipline, tells the Huffington Post that charter schools need to abandon a 'broken windows' disciplinary approach.

By Erin McIntyre • March 20, 2016

Rethinking Common Core-aligned writing, ELL standards

A new book, 'Navigating the Common Core With English Language Learners,' says the writing standards need to be taught in an innovative way to help ELL learners.

By Erin McIntyre • March 18, 2016

Newark to test 17K students for lead poisoning after water contamination

Following the discovery of lead in school water fountains, officials will now test thousands of students for possible poisoning. 

By Erin McIntyre • March 17, 2016

Some districts save money by having teachers retire early

Rethinking teacher retirement incentives can be an effective cost-saving strategy.

By Erin McIntyre • March 17, 2016

Georgia proposal would revamp teacher evaluations

A new bill that passed the state's House of Representatives could dramatically alter how teachers are evaluated and scored.

By Erin McIntyre • March 17, 2016

Tennessee school funding proposal threatens status quo

Legislation on the table would amend the state's constitution to grant its General Assembly sole discretion over school spending.

By Erin McIntyre • March 17, 2016

States focus on accountability as Ed Dept drafts ESSA regs

Some experts say that states should move slowly pending the department's guidance.

By Erin McIntyre • March 16, 2016

More questions than answers in Cleveland E-rate investigation

The school district and its legal team have reportedly not provided clear answers about components of the rebate failures in the ongoing investigation.

By Erin McIntyre • March 16, 2016

In Oregon, 8 districts succeed at inclusive new ELL program

Oregon's David Douglas School District is one of eight districts in the state seeing success with innovative all-student ELL programs.

By Erin McIntyre • March 14, 2016

EduVation Spotlight: Newtown superintendent utilizes SEL in district's ongoing recovery

Dr. Joseph Erardi sees social-emotional learning as key in recovering from and preventing tragedies.

By Roger Riddell • March 11, 2016

Candidates' ed stances and higher ed wisdom: The week's most-read education news

Get up to speed on how student demands could limite campus speech and more right here.

By Roger Riddell • March 11, 2016