Proposal to tackle Minnesota school segregation sparks controversy

The state's education department is attempting to tackle the pervasive problem of racial segregation in its schools, but charter school supporters are resisting.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 8, 2016

Utah study finds success in digital pre-K literacy program

The statewide UPSTART program is meant to advance kindergarten readiness by helping kids learn to read earlier. 

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 8, 2016

Baltimore City School District gets close to $300K SERV grant

The US Department of Education awarded the city a Project School Emergency Response to Violence (SERV) grant worth $292,647 to aid recovery following unrest.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 7, 2016

Power-sharing roles between districts, states unclear under ESSA

The new Every Student Succeeds Act returns significant decision-making power to states and districts, but questions remain as to how it will be distributed.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 7, 2016

Richmond superintendent lays out teacher pay hike plan

A new proposal by Dr. Dana Bedden would shake up teacher compensation and give many of the district's teachers a long-overdue raise. 

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 7, 2016

Heated battle over Brooklyn school rezoning draws to close

After months of controversy and public debate, two Brooklyn schools will be rezoned in an effort to blend student populations and thwart increased segregation. 

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 7, 2016

What's most pressing for K-12 tech leaders in 2016?

Two tech leaders weigh in on what they see as the biggest ed tech issues, developments, and trends confronting administrators.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 7, 2016

Campus rape investigations climb as OCR starts year with more funding

The number of investigations into the handling of sexual assault cases has reached 159 higher ed institutions, as well as 63 K-12 schools and districts.

By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 7, 2016

Will personalized learning spike in 2016?

Baltimore Superintendent S. Dallas Dance and other officials predict an increased focus on individualized learning on the heels of standardized test results.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 6, 2016

Rural Tennessee high school strives to improve students' quality of life

Due to high concentrations of poverty, rural students are less likely to attend college than their urban or suburban peers.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 6, 2016

States eager to tackle new K-12 policies under ESSA

As the 2016 state legislative season begins, a few states in particular are poised to tackle pressing issues including teacher shortages, fiscal crises, and funding formulas.  

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 6, 2016

Should King be formally nominated as education secretary?

Arne Duncan's successor was never formally nominated by President Barack Obama or vetted by Congress, and Republicans now want that to change.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 6, 2016

Lawmakers commit to correcting ed lapses for Maryland juvenile offenders

After a long-term investigation by the Baltimore Sun revealed a failure to educate juvenile offenders, Maryland's leaders are promising action.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 5, 2016

Handful of states still exclude student achievement from teacher, principal evals

California, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, and Vermont still lack a formal policy on using student performance metrics to grade teachers.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 5, 2016

Questions linger around SAT, ACT as measures of achievement

An Every Student Succeeds Act provision dealing with the use of college-entrance exams like the SAT or ACT in lieu of others is now being questioned. 

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 5, 2016

New Ohio charter ranking system intended to weed out worst

Home to some of the most high-profile charter school scandals in the U.S., the state is now working to better regulate and inspect the schools.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 3, 2016

Political turmoil leads to calls for freeze on Tennessee state-run district

Because the Achievement School District hasn't helped low-performing schools as intended, Democrats are now asking for a freeze on any new takeovers.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 3, 2016

Nevada school choice program gets new regulations

The new rules for a controversial funding plan enabling school choice saw hesitation and concern from the state's lawyers. 

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 3, 2016

Ed Dept: Testing opt-outs could lead to budget cuts this year

Federal aid could be proportionally slashed if a certain percentage of students opt out of mandated standardized testing.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 3, 2016

Duncan focuses on gun violence in final words as Secretary of Education

The outgoing cabinet member made his final public speech in the position on Wednesday in Chicago. 

By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 30, 2015

5 K-12 trends to watch in 2016

From 'bad apple' charters facing the music to tech's continued push into classrooms, you'll want to keep your eye on these trends.

By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 30, 2015

Grad rates may be at 'historic' highs, but are students prepared?

Despite the 82% rate, an increasing number of students aren't college-ready.

By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 28, 2015

Over 80% of NYC elementary schools found in violation of ADA

A new federal investigation found a stunning 83% of the city's public elementary schools not in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 23, 2015

Homeless students in Missouri find help with district-run group shelters

Since 2006, Joe's Place, a district-operated group home, has provided a novel approach to helping homeless students in Maplewood Richmond Heights.

By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 23, 2015

Experts raise concerns over ESSA testing, accountability leeway

Testing experts doubt that interim exams can be accurately used to measure summative performance. 

By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 22, 2015