Policy & Regulation

Study Guide: Attendance and chronic absenteeism during COVID-19

We've gathered a selection of our coverage to help you get up to speed on how these metrics are primed to evolve in a post-pandemic world.

IDEA turns 45: Is Congress close to guaranteeing full special ed funding?

A new president and growing support among lawmakers gives proponents hope that billions more will be provided for services under the law.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 24, 2020

Amid school reopenings, COVID-19 liability protection a mounting concern

Insurance companies are extending coverage to include COVID-19, but the price tag can be considerable.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Nov. 20, 2020

Study: School violence boosts transfers among higher-income students

Student turnover is a cause for concern among administrators, and mobility is linked with lower student performance, research shows.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 19, 2020

What does Biden have planned for K-12?

The national policy director for the president-elect's campaign recently outlined Biden's thoughts on reopening, PPE funding, school police and more.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 18, 2020

Deep Dive

3 ways K-12 schools can evolve post-pandemic

With COVID-19 creating a scenario where "things a year ago that seemed impossible are not," educators and advocates see a system ripe for change.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 17, 2020

Column

Fast Forward: States' accountability changes may impact school designations, improvement timelines

Many states are hesitating on high-stakes accountability for 2020-21, and its return may look vastly different than initially configured under ESSA. 

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 16, 2020

Deep Dive

'Relationships matter': Remote learning places new hurdles in fight against chronic absenteeism

Schools are employing a variety of tactics — including coaches, phone calls and dance parties at lunch — to boost attendance in virtual environments, but defining students' "presence" remains a challenge.

By Natalie Gross • Nov. 12, 2020

State ballot measures' impacts on K-12 schools

Taxes on newly legalized recreational marijuana are expected to boost funding in several states, while Montana is bracing for school gun control controversy.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 11, 2020

CCSSO eyes possibility of K-12 relief bill during lame duck Congress

The organization also expressed hope Congress will back special ed funding increases, universal pre-K initiatives and student mental health needs.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 10, 2020

Biden is president-elect: What could it mean for K-12?

The president-elect supports more federal funding for Title I schools and district coronavirus responses, boosting teacher pay, revamping Title IX and more.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 07, 2020

Ed experts reflect on long-term impact of Trump K-12 policies

The administration’s promotion of school choice options and vision for a limited Education Department carried into policy and budget initiatives.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 06, 2020

Report: Steeper COVID slide expected in math than reading

Progress in math is expected to be only 37% to 50% of the average normal school year gains, according to research from NWEA.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Nov. 03, 2020

Disappointing 12th grade NAEP prompts calls for curriculum, funding improvements

The 2019 average reading score for high school seniors was the lowest ever recorded for the test known as The Nation’s Report Card.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 29, 2020

Where Trump and Biden stand on K-12 issues

As a heated election cycle draws to a close, get up to speed on where the presidential candidates stand on Title I funding, early childhood and more.

By Naaz Modan , Kara Arundel • Oct. 28, 2020

Superintendent: 'Discretionary moments' critical in student-teacher interactions

In Florida's Broward County Public Schools, equity begins at the ground floor with a focus on relationships and a PD model centered around diversity.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 27, 2020

Study Guide: Restraint, seclusion and ongoing efforts to rethink school discipline

In light of findings from the latest Civil Rights Data Collection release, we've gathered a selection of coverage to help you get up to speed.

Ed Dept civil rights data shows restraint, seclusion, sexual assault on the rise

We examined the latest Civil Rights Data Collection release, covering the 2017-18 school year, and found four key takeaways for K-12 ed leaders.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 20, 2020

CDC: Schools should prioritize COVID testing for symptomatic staff, students

Testing of asymptomatic staff and students should also be considered where transmission risk is higher, the agency now advises. 

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 16, 2020

What does a district court ruling mean for future right-to-education cases?

The judge ruled the case against Rhode Island "highlights a deep flaw" in national education priorities for "others who have the power" to address. 

By Naaz Modan • Oct. 15, 2020

Secondary school suspensions cost some districts over a year of instruction

A new report suggests schools should replace exclusionary discipline practices with programs promoting positive behaviors and SEL supports.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 14, 2020

Deep Dive

Ed leaders say finances, politics remain hurdles in COVID-19 response

An Ed Dive: K-12 survey finds administrators nationwide meeting essential needs, but fatigued by limited resources and inconsistent messaging.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 12, 2020

Fewer students to take NAEP due to COVID-19 challenges

Lack of funds for personal protective equipment and extra staff to administer exams are contributing to proposed changes for the 2021 testing cycle.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 12, 2020

Study Guide: IEPs and special education during COVID-19

The pandemic has proved particularly challenging when it comes to providing legally required "free appropriate public education" for special needs students.

By Education Dive: K-12 Staff • Oct. 09, 2020

27 districts join Century Foundation school integration effort

Lack of progress diversifying student populations is the motive behind the grassroots effort to develop and share best practices among partners.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 09, 2020