New Jersey becomes latest state to prohibit book bans

Though similar laws have gained steam in Democratic-leaning states, at least one — Illinois — has begun to see pushback.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 11, 2024

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From new math performance data to the 20th anniversary of a federal law’s last reauthorization, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Dec. 6, 2024

Explore the Trendline➔

Learning Loss

Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments. 

By K-12 Dive staff

Reading wars head to court: Lawsuit claims ‘deceptive’ practices by famed literacy specialists

The plaintiffs sold faulty curricula that “sought to diminish and even exclude” phonics instruction, two mothers claim in a suit seeking class-action status.

By Roger Riddell • Dec. 5, 2024

Lawmakers debate what’s to blame for lackluster student achievement

While Democratic and Republican lawmakers agree curricula are under state and local purview, they differ on approaches and priorities to improve learning.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 5, 2024

To find people with the right skills, employers may need to start with K-12

Nearly 60% of employers surveyed said they aren’t confident their talent pipelines will meet their needs over the next decade, a recent survey found.

By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 4, 2024

On-campus restaurants serve up vital lessons for students

A number of school district culinary arts programs nationwide are using student-run eateries to hone soft skills alongside industry knowledge.

By Lauren Barack • Dec. 4, 2024

Charter schools can leverage autonomy to serve students with disabilities

A Center for Learner Equity study identifies several areas of focus where charters can create systemic change in teaching and learning.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Dec. 4, 2024

Math scores plummet, progress ‘erased,’ NCES reports

Average U.S. math scores on the latest Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study reverted to 1995 levels.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 4, 2024

Education Department promotes expanded use of behavior assessments

Students with and without disabilities can benefit from individualized interventions intended to improve classroom behaviors, new guidance says.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 2, 2024

Order in the classroom: Mock trials can teach students about the justice system

The approach can even work with elementary students, who can be tasked with staging trials of characters from fairy tales, says one expert.

By Lauren Barack • Nov. 27, 2024

Students with disabilities learn real-world job skills in Brooklyn high school’s sewing lab

The lab goes beyond stitching to impart students with soft skills like teamwork and time management.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Nov. 27, 2024

The K-12 Dive Awards for 2024

These leaders are achieving excellence through commitments to school culture and community, innovation, and wraparound services for students.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 27, 2024

High school students report challenges in accessing skilled trades training

Training programs can’t keep up with demand, which may signal a need for employer investments, a report found.

By Carolyn Crist • Nov. 25, 2024

Nation’s Report Card to debut new poverty measurement

The metric for students’ socioeconomic status will include factors such as the number of books in homes and parents’ education levels.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 25, 2024

4 K-12 funding areas to watch under a 2nd Trump administration

Education experts anticipate changes in fiscal approaches to state grants, special education, school choice and curriculum.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 21, 2024

Confidence critical for girls’ success in STEM

Research from the American Association of University Women suggests the gender gap in STEM appears as early as 2nd and 3rd grade.

By Lauren Barack • Updated Nov. 20, 2024

Career education gets a boost with College Board pilot program

The Career Kickstart program is piloting two inaugural courses for a cybersecurity pathway at two high schools in San Antonio.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Nov. 20, 2024

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From demand for a cybersecurity pilot to the latest stats on school book bans, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2024

Schools continue to play vital role in preventing student opioid-related deaths

As early data shows a decline in teen opioid-related fatalities, advocates and researchers say continued and expanded prevention education is critical.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 14, 2024

Fewer after-school programs offering academic supports, NCES finds

While a majority of schools offer some kind of after-school program, just 60% include academic services.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 14, 2024

New York to replace graduation exam, implement graduate portrait framework

The state also aims to require new transcripts and assessments “aligned to prioritized learning standards” by 2029-30.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 13, 2024

How can schools make advanced math pathways more equitable?

Reviewing recommendation processes and streamlining syllabi are among ways schools can improve access to courses like calculus.

By Lauren Barack • Nov. 13, 2024

3 ways high schools are preparing students for this year’s FAFSA

Last school year's delays to filling out the federal financial aid form are spurring early action to support the class of 2025.

By Kara Arundel • Updated Nov. 13, 2024

8th graders’ average scores decline on computer and information literacy exam

Though U.S. students’ scores remained on par with the international average for computer and information literacy, they dropped for computational thinking.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 12, 2024

School book bans triple in 2023-24

The push comes amid the election of former President Donald Trump, who has railed against “inappropriate” content in schools.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 11, 2024