Study: Teacher leadership can improve student achievement

The model in the study, Opportunity Culture, is now in place in more than 150 schools in eight states.

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 22, 2018

What is innovation in early education and why is it crucial?

There is room for innovation in addressing two of the most enduring challenges in early education — teacher absenteeism and turnover.

By Nonie Lesaux and Stephanie Jones • Feb. 22, 2018

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

By K-12 Dive staff

How administrators can mitigate professional isolation among special ed teachers

With the shortages growing, administrators must build connections between general and special education teachers.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 22, 2018

Budget cuts may weaken federal Impact Aid for districts serving military families

The program helps fill in the tax gap for school districts that include military installations or land belonging to Native Americans or the federal government. 

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 22, 2018

Early adopters eager to bring VR to schools

The value of virtual reality to classroom curriculum is still not fully researched.

By Lauren Barack • Feb. 21, 2018

Tech tools can allow students to be heard beyond the classroom

But seeing technology as a cure-all solution is a trap educators and administrators must work to avoid.

By Lauren Barack • Feb. 21, 2018

Tying real-world learning to lessons helps students envision their future

The best learning has a purpose.

By Lauren Barack • Feb. 21, 2018

How schools can weave anti-bullying, suicide prevention training into curriculum

SEL training can help build inclusion and respect within classrooms.

By Lauren Barack • Feb. 21, 2018

'Alexa, can we go to school today?'

Digital assistants can enhance the classroom experience and throw some fun in the mix.

By Lauren Barack • Feb. 21, 2018

Outgoing NYC Chancellor Fariña: Administrators should be curriculum experts, build networks beyond ed

The retiring chief of the nation's largest school system reflected on her accomplishments, what still needs to be done, and experiences as a woman.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 21, 2018

New campaign highlights states' school improvement efforts

The States Leading Campaign wants to ensure states are being recognized for the innovative work they're doing to improve schools and outcomes for students under ESSA.

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 21, 2018

Integrating new tech into the classroom requires support

In a recent study, more than half of principals and two-thirds of technology leaders say their greatest challenge is motivating teachers to implement technology.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 21, 2018

Education must look beyond standardized tests to fully measure student growth

Not all students perform well on standardized tests, but individualized approaches that incorporate alternatives like portfolios can provide a more well-rounded view of their progress.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 21, 2018

Providing coaching, support boosts principal retention

In New York City Department of Education's New Principal Support program, first-year principals receive roughly 72 hours of support from a coach. 

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 21, 2018

Student walkouts planned in response to Florida school shooting

At least three events are set for March 14 and 24 and April 20. 

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 20, 2018

California bill would extend ban on unnecessary suspensions

The state has led the way in adopting alternative disciplinary measures to curb the "school-to-prison pipeline," and SB 607 would extend the ban on "willful defiance" suspensions beyond the early grades.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 20, 2018

Trump budget plan would cut grants to support education data systems

Experts say states still need help in learning how to use the data.

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 20, 2018

Risk-taking adds value for both educators, students

When administrators encourage a risk-taking culture, they give educators the freedom to innovate while providing an example of those processes for students.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 20, 2018

PD during school day needs to be effective, efficient

Administrators can value teachers' time by creating professional learning opportunities during school hours that are engaging and productive.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 20, 2018

Dallas district launching transportation system

Voters decided to close a troubled government-run agency that currently provides bus service to several school districts in the Dallas area.

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 16, 2018

Support from principals key to classroom success with tech, other initiatives

A recent survey indicates 90% of school principals believe technology is important to student learning, but less than half feel it is used effectively in the classroom.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 16, 2018

Report: States implementing practices to increase educational equity

Offering implicit bias training is one way states have tried to improve equity over the past year. 

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 16, 2018

AASA survey examines schools' ongoing funding struggles 10 years after recession

The survey's release comes as President Trump's FY19 budget proposal suggests a 5% cut to federal education spending.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 16, 2018

Is high school football worth the risk?

Recent studies show that 20% of high school football players have suffered damage to their brains.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 16, 2018

Study compares cost-effectiveness of charters, traditional public schools

The advantage for charter schools ranged from 2% in Houston to almost 70% in Washington, D.C.

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 15, 2018