School districts plan COVID-19 trauma support, even as classes resume online

Districts nationwide have launched supports like mental health hotlines and telehealth services accessible via school-issued devices.

By Natalie Gross • Aug. 24, 2020

Ed Dept CARES decision could alter how school districts allocate funds

The department said it will back down on its interim final rule, but that it would still "aggressively" monitor whether districts aid private schools. 

By Naaz Modan • Updated Sept. 28, 2020

Tennessee dedicates $3M to bridge Chattanooga students' digital divide

The Tennessee Community CARES funding will support a public-private partnership that aims to provide free high-speed internet to 28,000 students learning at home. 

By Katie Pyzyk , Kristin Musulin • Updated Sept. 30, 2020

Flint settlement provides at least $9M in support for students affected by lead

Estimates have suggested as many as 12,000 children were impacted by high levels of lead in the Michigan city's water.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 21, 2020

State of American Education: Issues of equity, reopenings, budgets loom large

In a Wednesday NASSP webinar, administrators and policymakers expressed concern about educator attrition and called for more representative curriculum.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 20, 2020

Analysis: 'Surprising dearth' of homeless student recognition in reopening plans

A study of 106 plans by the Center on Reinventing Public Education found only 11 specifically mentioned supports for students facing housing insecurity.

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 20, 2020

Study: Writing processes differ between proficient, lower-performing middle-schoolers

The research compared four process measures of student writers: fluency, local editing, macro-editing and interstitial pausing. 

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 19, 2020

Curricular Counsel: Arizona district develops 5 plans for reopening schools amid coronavirus

Buckeye Elementary School District Assistant Superintendent Mike Lee says while planning for an uncertain school year, the district also focused on building the first school named for the late Sen. John McCain.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 19, 2020

3 ways to build online class culture

A teacher at an online-only school says connecting with students through video, email and phone has empowered her to create meaningful relationships that encourage students' success. 

By Andrea Teske • Aug. 19, 2020

5 financial issues schools will face due to the coronavirus-induced recession

If the economic downturn is like the Great Recession, administrators will be challenged by smaller budgets, layoff decisions and more in coming years.

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 19, 2020

Summer Reading: Coronavirus weaves uncertainty in pre-K

Early childhood programs are particularly hard-hit by the coronavirus pandemic, from the immediacy of school closures to future state funding.

Aug. 18, 2020

Data clarity in K-12 education more important than ever

A Philadelphia administrator and a philanthropic program director write that instability caused by COVID-19 raises new questions about what's most important to measure and how to communicate results.

By Elliot Weinbaum and Joy Lesnick • Aug. 18, 2020

Improving online learning through reflective practice

Reflective practice can identify the pros and cons of digital tools used this spring to encourage adoption of more flexible technology, experts say.

By Lauren Barack • Aug. 18, 2020

Research: Most ed tech PD in spring was informal, teacher-initiated

With the need for ed tech expected to grow in the next three years, experts say educators will need the right information to make effective decisions. 

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 17, 2020

Justice Department says school resource officers could prevent school shootings

The new department report conflicts with studies showing SROs have little or no impact on school safety or preventing school violence. 

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 14, 2020

More states including teachers on education boards

With 14 states now requiring a teacher on state ed boards, an NASBE analysis suggests the addition adds context on the actual impact of decisions.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 14, 2020

Federal court clears way for new Title IX K-12 rule, takes effect Friday

Schools nationwide must adopt new policies and procedures by Aug. 14, but many are still preparing for the school year amid the coronavirus pandemic.

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 13, 2020

Funding for school facility improvements a requirement for safe reopening

Officials from four organizations call for Congress to allocate $10 billion for repairs and $25 million for technical assistance on ventilation and air quality.

By Elizabeth Beardsley, Scott Brown, Mary Filardo and David Terry • Aug. 13, 2020

Chef's summer camp course demonstrates how virtual classes can embrace ambition

While pivoting to online learning was an often daunting challenge, planning and the right amount of guardrails can help maintain rigor in learning, experts say.

By Lauren Barack • Aug. 12, 2020

The value of assessment in an uncertain school year

While pushback remains on high-stakes tests, curriculum experts say gauging what students learned during spring is crucial to allocate time and supports.

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 12, 2020

Rural schools wrestle with infrastructure challenges during reopening

Aging buildings could stand in the way of following COVID-19 health and safety guidelines as many rural schools return to in-person instruction.

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 12, 2020

Report: Students are not spending enough time writing

Though grammar instruction alone doesn't improve writing outcomes, research shows English instruction for many students focuses on the topic. 

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 12, 2020

Summer Reading: How deep will learning losses be as students return?

The amount of learning loss educators contend with following a typical summer will be compounded this year by coronavirus-related shutdowns.

Aug. 11, 2020

Is tutoring the answer to the COVID slide?

Research demonstrates tutoring's success in raising achievement, but expanding access to low-income students is a significant hurdle, experts say.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 11, 2020

From tents to bus rides: Social distancing in school reopening plans

Safety measures and logistics will stretch already tight budgets as districts weigh staggered schedules, outdoor lessons and more.

By Katie Navarra • Aug. 11, 2020