Week in Review: Book ban litigation and students’ online privacy protections

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from OCR employees’ return-to-work to the impact of summer school participation.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 15, 2025

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

From data on summer school impacts to the Supreme Court denying an education-related case, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 12, 2025

Explore the 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

Summer school boosts math — but not reading — achievement, NWEA finds

The analysis says summer school literacy instruction shouldn't be abandoned, but “more work is needed” to identify effective program approaches.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 10, 2025

The scientific method: It’s not just for science anymore

The same exercises in logic and reason can extend to assignments in the social sciences, humanities and more.

By Ed Finkel • Dec. 10, 2025

Most states still don’t tie AI literacy and computer science together

Only four states currently focus on AI in their computer science standards, according to new research from Code.org and CSforALL.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 10, 2025

Supreme Court turns down book ban case

The case would have been the first on book bans to be heard in over four decades and is part of a cascade of similar lawsuits.

By Naaz Modan • Dec. 9, 2025

Week in Review: Superintendents’ job satisfaction and the status of education degrees

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from a major ed tech data security settlement to the latest on a federal school voucher program.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 8, 2025

When should students begin learning about AI?

Regardless of how early students start, experts agree that its crucial to make sure students understand how the tech works, not just how to use it.

By Ed Finkel • Dec. 3, 2025

Take note: Annotation can provide a powerful tool for reading, writing

The practice can improve reading comprehension, analytical ability and communication skills, one researcher says.

By Ed Finkel • Dec. 3, 2025

How to combat misinformation and disinformation in the classroom

Socratic questioning is among strategies educators can use to prompt students to think critically and become more media-savvy, experts say.

By Ed Finkel • Nov. 26, 2025

‘Aztecs Read’ initiative sparks fluency, proficiency in Missouri charter

Despite lacking a librarian, the school engaged its high English learner population with classroom libraries, author visits and reading challenges.

By Ed Finkel • Nov. 26, 2025

Week In Review: Fallout from the Education Department’s breakup

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from 8th grade algebra to the latest legal pushes on religion in schools.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 24, 2025

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

From another shakeup at the Education Department to growth in Arizona’s universal school choice program, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Nov. 21, 2025

Hands-on learning provides an opportunity to engage students with both hard and soft skills

One expert advises educators to start small with a few community partners when implementing these experiences.

By Ed Finkel • Nov. 19, 2025

How California ensured cultural responsiveness in early literacy screenings

The state prioritized inclusivity for English learners in the tools it uses to screen for reading difficulties, a university researcher says.

By Ed Finkel • Nov. 19, 2025

Access to 8th grade algebra divided along socioeconomic, racial lines

About 3 in 5 schools offer algebra in 8th grade, with access much lower in rural areas, high-poverty schools and for Black students in particular, NWEA said.

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 18, 2025

Week In Review: Education Department activities resume

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from special education concerns to enrollment woes.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2025

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

From enrollment-based decision-making to AI literacy, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 14, 2025

AI literacy shouldn’t wait for middle school

Helping students learn to think critically about online content should start at the same time they start using any digital platforms, experts say.

By Ed Finkel • Nov. 12, 2025

Executive functioning is key to future success. Here’s how educators can embed it in the classroom

Experts say classroom jobs are one way crucial skills like planning and self-management can be introduced to students in the earliest grades.

By Ed Finkel • Nov. 12, 2025

Week In Review: Special education debates ramp up

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from enrollment trends to Colorado’s support for universal meals.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 10, 2025

Spelling instruction can boost reading, writing skills

A Georgia State researcher found that spelling-focused interventions improved overall literacy skills, including for students with dyslexia.

By Ed Finkel • Nov. 5, 2025

Building lesson plans to help students with autism thrive

Best practices include direct and multisensory instruction, role-play and behavior modeling, and being mindful of overstimulating situations.

By Ed Finkel • Nov. 5, 2025

How K-12 leaders can tackle the ‘digital use divide’

States and districts need to create sustainable professional development for teachers to effectively integrate technology in instruction, a SETDA report said.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 5, 2025

[Podcast] Healthy Minds, Bright Futures: How to Navigate Mental Health & Build Support

This podcast explores how clinicians and educators can better support children’s mental health through evidence-based strategies and tools.

By K-12 Dive's studioID • Updated Nov. 13, 2025