Report: Average superintendent tenure about 6 years

The data also reinforce that women are underrepresented in the superintendency, with tenures that average around 15 months shorter than those of men.

By Roger Riddell • May 9, 2018

Some Florida districts consider hiring lower-paid 'guardians' to keep schools safe

In a survey released this week, only 10% of educators say their schools have “enough financial resources to improve school safety.”

By Linda Jacobson • May 9, 2018

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Curriculum

Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.

By K-12 Dive staff

Texas program helps paraprofessionals become teachers

The Amarillo district sees the “Grow Your Own” effort as a way to diversity the teaching workforce.

By Linda Jacobson • May 9, 2018

Schools improve with concerted effort to energize culture

Administrators’ trust-building efforts can pay off in a variety of important ways.

By James Paterson • May 9, 2018

Students with disabilities miss 'opportunities to learn' when suspended

Black students with disabilities miss three times as many days of school in suspension than their white classmates with disabilities.

By James Paterson • May 9, 2018

STEAM approach increases elementary students' scores in science

Past research focused on the benefits of arts integration among English learners.

By Linda Jacobson • May 8, 2018

Librarians' expanding roles offer new teacher support opportunities

As their roles shift, school librarians are increasingly assisting with the integration of tech into the classroom.

By Roger Riddell • May 8, 2018

Teacher bias is often subtle

A University of Michigan professor and math education expert helps teachers examine implicit biases via 20 documented “micro-moment” judgments that occur in just 90 seconds in her classroom.

By James Paterson • May 8, 2018

South Carolina schools step up teacher recruitment efforts with rental, residency programs

With a state incentive program to retain veteran teachers is ending, recruiters are looking across state lines and seeking new perks to attract talent.

By James Paterson • May 8, 2018

Are the Internet of Things' security risks worth the benefits for K-12?

Connected devices can improve school safety and student engagement while helping cut costs, but they also present significant challenges when it comes to maintaining cybersecurity.

By Roger Riddell • May 8, 2018

ESSA demands a new approach: Balanced assessments

An assessment approach that balances growth and on-grade proficiency measures is part of effective accountability.

By Nikki Eatchel, Chief Assessment Officer, Scantron • May 8, 2018

Home visits in early childhood provide benefits for students and schools

The gains include less abuse and neglect and long-term savings in medical, social service and criminal justice expenses. 

By James Paterson • May 7, 2018

Some districts in hiring pinch seek teachers overseas

Facing teacher shortages, tight budgets and strikes, schools look for options.

By James Paterson • May 7, 2018

This Teacher Appreciation Week, put teachers' voices first in curriculum decisions

A Texas principal considers what role administrators play in relieving the financial, time and energy burdens to create or purchase classroom resources.

By Mark Brandenberger • May 7, 2018

Study: Free school meals can improve students' health

But no significant health benefits were found for students living in rural areas or at the high school level.

By Linda Jacobson • May 7, 2018

Colorado bill would fund transportation to home schools for students in foster care

The bill would also create a permanent foster care education coordinator in the state education department, beginning with the 2019-20 school year.

By Linda Jacobson • May 7, 2018

To improve students' problem-solving skills, level up computational thinking

Pennsylvania's Harrisburg School District now considers this skill the fifth "C" in the "4 Cs of 21st century skills" — along with critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaboration.

By Roger Riddell • May 4, 2018

Unused TV airwaves may soon bring Wi-Fi to a Michigan district's school buses

Microsoft and local service provider Allband Communications are seeking FCC approval for their effort to close the homework gap in rural Hillman.

By Roger Riddell • May 4, 2018

Experts recommend designing schools that are agile, multifunctional spaces

Design thinking — a user-centered approach to solving problems — can foster more effective school redesigns.

By James Paterson • May 4, 2018

Report suggests ways to increase students' access to dual enrollment programs

Pre-collegiate experiences, such as summer bridge programs and campus tours, can prepare lower-achieving students for college-level courses.

By Linda Jacobson • May 4, 2018

More states consider allowing students to take medical marijuana at school

While now legal for medicinal purposes in over half the U.S., only a handful of states allow prescriptions to be administered to students.

By Linda Jacobson • May 3, 2018

Tennessee's digital testing woes highlight pain points of broader shift

The state isn't the first to struggle with successfully rolling out online standardized exams, but this year's mishaps should serve as a cautionary tale as more states make the transition.

By Roger Riddell • May 3, 2018

Arizona teachers protest low pay and lack of respect

Some teachers now feel a middle class existence is out of their reach.

By Amelia Harper • May 3, 2018

School leaders can inspire student success by sharing personal stories

Drawing on similar experiences can help build connections and show students that a path to success exists regardless of their background.

By Amelia Harper • May 3, 2018

Digital mapping of schools may aid response efforts in times of crisis

A California school will soon be the first in the nation to use the new technology as a safety measure.

By Amelia Harper • May 3, 2018