UNITED ‘25: Principals explore solutions to pressing K-12 challenges

School principals gathered in Seattle in July to address a wide range of issues including chronic absenteeism and school safety.

By Anna Merod • Aug. 8, 2025

How a summer camp exposes both students and teachers to quantum physics

The Quantum For All pilot combines professional learning and direct practice to close knowledge gaps and expand STEM opportunities.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Aug. 6, 2025

Explore the Trendline➔

Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage from 2025 so far as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

By K-12 Dive staff

Top 10 books for English language arts remain largely unchanged over 35 years

Some 90% of teachers somewhat or strongly agreed that diverse literature should be required for all students, according to a NCTE survey.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Aug. 6, 2025

Week In Review: AI, federal funding and ESEA waivers

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from guidance on “unlawful” DEI to how district leaders are navigating school closures.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 4, 2025

These 6 guidelines can improve equity in literacy, report says

Empowering educators and partnering with parents are just two recommendations from EdTrust for expanding equitable reading opportunities.

By Kara Arundel • Aug. 1, 2025

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

From the Trump administration’s release of frozen K-12 funds to the Education Department’s AI priorities, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Aug. 1, 2025

Want a better society? Teach kids how to be exemplary citizens

Students must be equipped to focus on making the world a better place, not just on their own self-interests, writes a Virginia independent school leader.

By Autumn Adkins Graves • Aug. 1, 2025

How to bring joy into middle and high school classrooms

Creating a sense of community and embracing opportunities for play can bolster students’ desire to learn.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • July 30, 2025

New York teachers want more preparation for science of reading

As the state rolls out a literacy strategy grounded in the approach, a survey shows high interest among educators in expanding their skills.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • July 30, 2025

This Indiana high school is relying on students to tell its story

In Hamilton Southeastern High School’s media program, students are learning the art of crafting a compelling message.

By Anna Merod • July 29, 2025

Week In Review: Funding freezes, enrollment concerns and cyberthreats

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from lawsuits against the Trump administration to St. Louis’ proposed school cuts.

By Roger Riddell • July 28, 2025

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From potential school closures in St. Louis to ransom demands on schools, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Kara Arundel • July 25, 2025

What the Supreme Court’s parental opt-out ruling means for schools

The high court’s decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor left many questions for districts to answer when setting their policies. 

By Naaz Modan • July 23, 2025

Milwaukee educators and community leaders join forces to tackle low literacy

The Milwaukee Reading Coalition will focus on training educators on how to best prepare students for reading success.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • July 23, 2025

Yes, it’s possible to see results from professional learning

District leaders’ resources are limited, and they can't afford initiatives that fail to show measurable impact, writes Leading Educators’ Daniel Obregon.

By Daniel Obregon • July 23, 2025

Week In Review: Education Department cuts move forward and principals convene in Seattle

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from changes to federal oversight to a set of delayed Energy Department rules.

By Roger Riddell • July 21, 2025

How Portland Public Schools can afford to offer high-impact tutoring

Oregon has been struggling with student literacy for years. The state’s largest public school district is tapping into a tutoring model to reverse that trend.

By Anna Merod • July 18, 2025

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From a major Supreme Court decision for the Education Department to new school shooting data, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • July 18, 2025

Trump’s FY 26 budget plan would worsen rural schools’ challenges, analysis finds

Lower funding would exacerbate issues including teacher recruitment and lack of access to advanced classes, the Center for American Progress finds.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • July 17, 2025

3rd graders flagged for retention make small but meaningful gains, study finds

Research suggests interventions resulting from students being flagged for retention are more of a key driver of literacy gains than retention itself.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • July 16, 2025

How to start the school year with a focus on growth mindset

Helping students normalize making and reflecting upon mistakes can help them build the confidence to navigate complex issues, says one expert.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • July 16, 2025

Labor Department to take on day-to-day management of CTE programs

Career and technical education is among the workforce development programs to be jointly administered with the Education Department.

By Roger Riddell • July 15, 2025

Week in Review: School choice, reading gains and looming policy changes

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” to a pair of transgender athletics cases headed to the Supreme Court.

By Roger Riddell • July 14, 2025

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” to notable achievement gains in young students, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • July 11, 2025

California high school reimagines classrooms as ‘learning studios’

Compton High School is using technology-driven communal class spaces in an effort to modernize and create a more collaborative environment.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • July 9, 2025