Curriculum

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    How can schools improve financial literacy?

    An American Bankers Association executive said more public-private partnerships and hands-on experiences are crucial.

    By Ed Finkel • July 8, 2026
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    Connecting the dots between visual art and literacy skills

    Having students interpret visual art can strengthen analytical and interpretive skills for reading, veteran English educator Carol Jago says.

    By Ed Finkel • July 8, 2026
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

    K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

    By K-12 Dive staff
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    STUDY HALL

    Here’s what you need to know about key topics shaping K-12

    We’ve gathered past installments of our explainer series in one place to help you stay on top of the must-know information on key topics.

    By • July 8, 2026
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    Reading progress has stalled for youngest learners, DIBELS tests show

    This is the first time since the 2020–21 school year that early reading readiness has failed to improve year over year, according to test-provider Amplify.

    By • July 7, 2026
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    Week In Review: A landmark Supreme Court ruling and a major testing company acquisition

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from “misconceptions” at the Education Department to Texas’ curriculum change.

    By • July 6, 2026
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    How a rural North Carolina middle school gets students thinking about careers

    Hayesville Middle School uses a blend of guest speakers, field trips and work values assessments to introduce students to future pathways.

    By Ed Finkel • July 1, 2026
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    Texas adds Bible stories in curriculum overhaul

    The standards, a major win for conservatives, have been met with criticism for blurring lines between church and state.

    By • July 1, 2026
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    Where chatbots fit in the curriculum conversation

    Use of the AI-powered tools to boost students’ writing and studying skills comes with advantages and disadvantages.

    By Ed Finkel • July 1, 2026
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    ETS acquires ACT, consolidating two testing giants

    The move comes as more colleges are going back to requiring standardized tests for admissions.

    By Ben Unglesbee • June 30, 2026
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    Younger workers may be falling behind in critical thinking skills

    The three largest skill gaps in the younger workforce represent “the very skills most essential to humans in the AI era,” per a report from Cangrade.

    By Lara Ewen • June 30, 2026
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    Kindergarten reading and math skills can predict 3rd grade success, NWEA finds

    Proficiency by grade 3 is linked to long-term academic and life outcomes, making early identification of struggling students key.

    By • June 26, 2026
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    Is sustained bilingual education best for English learner achievement?

    Rice University researchers found higher scores in both reading and math for Houston-area students who continued to learn in two languages.

    By Ed Finkel • June 24, 2026
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    Indiana invests in statewide cybersecurity pathway

    Cybersecurity coursework is currently offered in nearly 70 high schools around the state, with plans to expand to 200.

    By Ed Finkel • June 24, 2026
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    Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP

    This North Carolina district is guaranteeing a career-connected learning experience

    In Guilford County, Superintendent Whitney Oakley is working with higher ed, local industry and nonprofits to bolster students’ opportunities.

    By • June 24, 2026
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    Week In Review: New Ed Dept interagency agreements and a district’s library overhaul

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from a rejected Supreme Court case to teacher workforce updates.

    By • June 22, 2026
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    AI tutor access alone doesn’t equate to student gains, study says

    In two districts analyzed by Stanford University, students’ average weekly use of one such tutor was 2.18 minutes and 5.23 minutes, respectively.

    By • June 18, 2026
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    What one summer STEM program is doing to expand high schoolers’ horizons

    Summer Science Program International engages diverse cohorts of juniors in a variety of disciplines on 13 college campuses across North America.

    By Ed Finkel • June 17, 2026
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    Illinois passes law defining play-based learning

    The state is among a handful to officially adopt such a definition, delineating both guided play and student-initiated play for young learners.

    By Ed Finkel • June 17, 2026
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    Week In Review: Proposed Ed Department cuts and school nurse burnout

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from more federal scrutiny of districts’ LGBTQ+ policies to mixed signals on students’ academic gains.

    By • June 15, 2026
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    POP QUIZ

    Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news

    From proposed Education Department budget cuts to new reading data from the Nation’s Report Card, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • June 12, 2026
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    The homework conundrum: Quality or quantity?

    Researchers say there is not enough strong evidence to support the oft-cited recommendation of 10 minutes per grade level per night for homework.

    By Ed Finkel • June 10, 2026
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    How 2 schools are dialing back screen time

    Some educators see literacy, fine motor and mental health benefits by emphasizing hands-on activities in the classroom.

    By Ed Finkel • June 10, 2026
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    9-year-olds show some growth as 13-year-olds stagnate in NAEP long-term trends

    Both age groups report reading for fun less frequently compared to past decades, according to new data from the Nation’s Report Card.

    By • June 10, 2026
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    Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news

    From a Federal Communications Commission announcement to a Philadelphia Phillies high school program, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • June 5, 2026
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    What role should state boards play in choosing instructional materials?

    Citing approaches used in top-ranked nations, a NASBE white paper says school districts would benefit from state-curated high-quality curricula.

    By Ed Finkel • June 3, 2026