After-school programs once again targeted in budget

For the second year in a row, President Donald Trump is proposing eliminating funding for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 23, 2018

Small steps key to reaching long-term goals when modernizing learning

Placing new furniture, devices and other resources in common areas can win over potential skeptics easier than a broad rollout.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 23, 2018

Trump suggests arming, training educators to deter school shootings

The president suggested educators who receive training and carry a firearm could receive a bonus, but spoke against active shooter drills in schools.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 23, 2018

Arkansas schools slow to implement ban on suspensions for truancy

A study shows that schools with a higher percentage of students of color were even less likely than others to follow the law. 

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 23, 2018

Study: Abolishing middle school may be premature

While several studies have suggested that middle school has a negative impact on academic achievement, a recent study indicates that the opposite is true.

By Amelia Harper • Feb. 23, 2018

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

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

'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

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

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

The best learning has a purpose.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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