Indiana's proposed grad requirements could harm special ed students

New requirements under consideration in Indiana aim to make high school more challenging, but wouldn't exempt special education students.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 30, 2015

Washington to cut off public funding for charters next week

Though the state Supreme Court ruled the funding is unconstitutional in September, it will continue until Dec. 9.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 30, 2015

Ohio district issues state $46M bill for 'unfair' charter funding

The gap in funding between traditional and charter school students reportedly amounts to $4,650 per head.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 29, 2015

Philly's 138 teacher vacancies negatively impact student learning

There aren't enough substitutes to help mitigate the dilemma, making the city's situation all the more dire.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 29, 2015

House may be last hurdle for NCLB replacement

After 14 years of No Child Left Behind, the proposed replacement Every Child Succeeds Act is poised for success — if it can make it through the House.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 29, 2015

Sixth-grader's 70-day suspension lands mandatory training for Ohio educators

A Columbus middle school's entire staff has been ordered to receive special training to help them recognize behavioral disabilities.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 25, 2015

OECD: US is middle-of-pack among global peers in education

A new study shows America scoring just average on a number of global education indicators.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 25, 2015

Leaving the task of assessment up to students themselves

The trend of student self-assessments can increase motivation and help learners chart their own progress, while increasing analytical skills.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 25, 2015

Illinois superintendent pushes for career guidance starting in kindergarten

Genevra Walters turned her district around with a novel approach to college and career readiness: a blend of Common Core, STEM, and a 'wheel.'

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 25, 2015

NYC battle over Brooklyn rezoning, school segregation continues

The rezoning of two Brooklyn schools continues to provoke controversy, with parents speaking out against a new proposal for student admission quotas.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 25, 2015

At California virtual charter chain, long struggle leads to union victory for teachers

Teachers at the California Virtual Academies have unionized, joining the 16% of California charters that have done so, compared to just 7% nationally. 

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 24, 2015

California leads national efforts to tackle school-to-prison pipeline

A new study from UCLA's Civil Rights Project shows a sizeable reduction in suspensions between 2011 and 2014.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

Introverted students may be at disadvantage under Common Core

With individualized curriculum and attention, however, teachers can make sure their lessons are reaching introverts and extroverts alike.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

For some rural districts, E-rate program hugely successful

In districts like Mississippi's Calhoun County, the federal program has brought schools high-speed connections at significant discounts.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

3 bases to cover for accurate Native American lessons around Thanksgiving

Educators should avoid generalizations and provide context for consequences of colonialization.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 23, 2015

California district offers annual $500 PD bonus

San Joaquin Valley superintendent Edward Gonzalez offers the professional development funding to teachers and select other district staff.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

Wyoming addressing teacher equity with new plan

A new multi-pronged plan aimed at improving access to good teachers has been approved by the US Department of Education.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

Minnesota apprenticeship program akin to German 'dual system'

State Sen. Terri Bonoff created a program that allows high school students to pick up job skills in part-time apprenticeship opportunities.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 23, 2015

Utah considers updates to charter school funding model

Recommendations from the state’s Charter School Funding Task Force would make charter funding more similar to district schools. 

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 20, 2015

Texas board votes 'no' to having academic experts fact-check textbooks

Despite growing scandal, the state board refuses to allow independent academic review of the textbooks it approves.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 20, 2015

ESEA rewrite passes conference committee

Will the full House and Senate usher in the end of No Child Left Behind with the Every Student Succeeds Act?

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 20, 2015

In 'historic' move, Seattle OKs later high school start time

All public high schools will begin first classes later, based on research that shows student benefits of better overall health and learning. 

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 20, 2015

Pennsylvania school property taxes remain as Senate delays vote

Concern over whether the new proposal would actually raise enough revenue to adequately support schools led to the delay.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015

Massachusetts to use blend of PARCC, MCAS exams

In an 8-3 vote, the state's ed board approved an exam drawing from the MCAS, which hasn’t been updated in 20 years, and PARCC elements.

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015

First ESEA committee meeting dubbed 'love-fest' among legislators

The reconciliation of the Senate and House drafts is off to a blazing start using a pre-fab “framework” that outlines the new proposal. 

By Erin McIntyre • Nov. 18, 2015