Obama announces push to scale back standardized testing

A proposal by the administration would cap testing at 2% of a student's annual classroom instruction time.

By Erin McIntyre • Oct. 25, 2015

STEM growth bolstered by increasing public, Congressional support

New legislation intended to boost computer science and other tech fields is expected to place further emphasis on STEM in the classroom.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 23, 2015

Pearson stocks fall 16% after earnings dip

The education materials provider saw sales decline, in part thanks to lower US community college enrollment.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 23, 2015

Rochester planning 'Beacon' school with coordinated services

The model will allow students to get the services they need depending on their situation, from meals to free healthcare or school supplies.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 23, 2015

Ohio Democrats push charter oversight bills

A new report from the liberal-leaning Center for Media and Democracy found that the charter sector lacked state and federal oversight.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 23, 2015

New teacher exams raise questions of cheating

Some companies have begun providing services to help teachers pass certification and evaluation assessments.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 23, 2015

Equal access plans for DC, 17 states approved by Ed Dept

The plans were approved under the Excellent Educators for All Initiative, which aims to guarantee equal access to high-quality education for all students

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 22, 2015

5 ways school leaders can make the most of Twitter

Many administrators are still struggling to get a handle on the social media platform.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 22, 2015

Missouri to halt unnecessary student data collection

An audit found that the state's education department was collecting redundant data, including social security numbers, and securing it improperly.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 22, 2015

Privacy breaches reveal much-needed lessons for districts

More schools and districts are facing data breaches, highlighting a lack of planning and a need to improve training.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 22, 2015

Texas teacher tries 'clean slate' approach to classroom prep

Ramy Mahmoud committed to not looking at students’ academic records or data for the first two weeks of school. 

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 22, 2015

North Carolina struggles with teacher turnover

A new report says the state has seen increasing turnover despite legislative efforts.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 21, 2015

Districts nationwide grappling with bus driver shortage

Strict requirements for entry and high levels of turnover are helping fuel the shortages.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 21, 2015

Ed Dept releases guidance on undocumented students

A new guidebook aims to help school districts navigate the uncertain waters of enrolling and educating students without citizenship.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 21, 2015

Duncan, King tout higher graduation rates

During a Monday roundtable, John King joined Arne Duncan to discuss the climbing rates and what they should mean for the pending NCLB rewrite.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 20, 2015

Pennsylvania bills would allow student tech opt-outs in certain situations

Two proposals would require districts to inform parents when tech is used that doesn’t meet student data privacy protection requirements.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 20, 2015

Making the most of district websites requires an innovative approach

Districts must now design their websites to perform on multiple devices, and some are turning to more innovative, open-source approaches.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 20, 2015

Snyder unveils new plan for Detroit schools

The state is setting aside $70 million a year to help cover the troubled city’s education funding deficit and replace its current school system.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 20, 2015

Could Windows 10 imperil student data privacy?

Changes in the latest version of Microsoft's operating system have raised questions about the company’s commitment to privacy.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 19, 2015

Why K-12 should leverage higher ed for STEM instruction

Professor James Dorward shares lessons from Utah State University’s GEAR UP program.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 19, 2015

AltSchool gains more proponents — and critics — with Brooklyn expansion

The Mark Zuckerberg-backed private school combines technology and freeform learning.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 19, 2015

Tester introduces bill to train more rural teachers

Montana Sen. Jon Tester plans to introduce a bill to support the development of a stronger rural teaching force.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 19, 2015

Los Angeles hit with $1B suit over treatment of older teachers

Rafe Esquith, known for his efforts to increase access for low-income students, has sued the district for pushing out older teachers to save money.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 19, 2015

Ohio district finds success with blended Common Core approach

Worthington City Schools has implemented the new standards with a mix of online instruction and activities and a student-driven approach.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 19, 2015

North Carolina district pays for parent engagement

Guilford County Schools offers some parents cash in return for participating in certain volunteer activities.

By Kate Schimel • Oct. 16, 2015