States meeting ESSA requirements with range of school rating measures

C+ or 3.5? ESSA regulations demanding school accountability have states split on the best presentation of ratings. 

By Christina Vercelletto • June 13, 2018

Study shows significant math, reading gains for ELs

The research counters the notion that English learners perform poorly and aren't being adequately served by schools.

By Roger Riddell • June 12, 2018

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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

California students give schools low marks on culture, climate

Responses also show that less than half of students feel what they learn in school is relevant to their lives outside of the classroom.

By Linda Jacobson • June 12, 2018

How might districts use funds available under ESSA?

Under the federal law, $1.1 billion in Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants is available for more purposes — but it seems school choice won't be one of them. 

By Christina Vercelletto • June 12, 2018

Are growth mindset programs a waste of money to taxpayers and schools?

Growth mindset is garnering lukewarm reviews on cost-effectiveness, based on student results. 

By Christina Vercelletto • June 12, 2018

Busier schedules necessitate rethinking parent communication strategies

With most parents working, tech is an increasingly critical component of engagement.

By Roger Riddell • June 12, 2018

Vaping raises educators' concerns about teen addiction, health risks

The vaping craze, reportedly unprecedented in its difficulty for schools to contain, has some administrators taking extreme measures. 

By Christina Vercelletto • June 11, 2018

Digital citizenship efforts must be multi-tiered to be effective

A Kansas district's tech chief sees safety, savvy and socialization as equally important components of effectively preparing students to engage online.

By Roger Riddell • June 11, 2018

RAND will help lead foundation-funded gun violence research effort

Experts still aren’t hopeful about federal funding for such issues.

By Linda Jacobson • June 11, 2018

What's still wrong with teacher evaluations?

A researcher suggests principals aren’t making the best use of the additional information on teacher performance available to them.

By Linda Jacobson • June 11, 2018

Therapy dogs offer multi-tiered benefits in classrooms

Dogs can calm anxious or scared elementary students and boost confidence, but schools must also consider factors like allergies or fears when contemplating a program.

By Roger Riddell • June 8, 2018

Pre-to-3: Spreading awareness of early-childhood education — with Elmo's help

Using Sesame Street’s educational materials, the Kansas City Chamber of Commerce hopes to start a movement in the bi-state region.

By Linda Jacobson • June 8, 2018

Schools benefit when administrators help teachers bring ideas to life

Some of the best ideas in education come from the bottom up, from those directly interacting with students in the classroom.

By Roger Riddell • June 8, 2018

Smaller classes may integrate some schools, but they're far from being a fix

Small class sizes seem to entice white students away from private schools, but the sky-high cost may organically limit the measure's usefulness as a desegregation tool. 

By Christina Vercelletto • June 8, 2018

Competitions, experiments a focus in inspiring low-income students to embrace STEM

Partnerships with non-profits, such as Genesys Works, are also creating part-time or school-holiday internships where students shadow tech workers to gain insight into available jobs.

By Christina Vercelletto • June 8, 2018

California budget deal might extend 'willful defiance' suspension ban to all grades

State Sen. Nancy Skinner, author of a recent expansion bill, is on a committee working to reconcile a variety of proposals, and Gov. Jerry Brown has supported extending the existing K-3 ban.

By Roger Riddell • June 7, 2018

Winners of early-childhood innovation challenge announced

The competition reflects growing support for testing out new ideas in order to improve services for children and families.

By Linda Jacobson • June 7, 2018

School libraries transforming to stay relevant in digital age

Administrators who wonder if their school librarians can evolve in the digital landscape may need only to spend time with them. Most have already done it. 

By Christina Vercelletto • June 7, 2018

Advocates, parents call for more mental health services, reject idea of arming teachers

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, who chairs the Federal Commission on School Safety, did not attend the listening session.

By Linda Jacobson • June 6, 2018

Teaching students to speak their mind

Even in the early grades, debate and speech lessons build important critical thinking and oral language skills. 

By Lauren Barack • June 6, 2018

Teachers are the X factor in personalized learning

Standardization can eliminate the quirks particular to specific teachers, along with the passion that can spark students when they least expect it.

By Lauren Barack • June 6, 2018

Any subject can benefit from experiential learning

Scenarios that turn students from consumers to creators allow them to drive the entire experience, learning how to manage their work, themselves and their learning.

By Lauren Barack • June 6, 2018

Redefining what homework could and should be

When practice becomes punishment, the impact can be a harmful experience.

By Lauren Barack • June 6, 2018

Administrators should adopt OERs only after careful vetting

Determining what resources are worthwhile and what should be avoided can take some digging.

By Lauren Barack • June 6, 2018

DeVos tells Senate schools shouldn't become ICE enforcement zones

The rules and rights around schools, undocumented students and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency continue to vex administrators and educators. 

By Christina Vercelletto • June 6, 2018