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  • New chapter in school reform moves beyond Bush, Obama regulations

    An Education Next op-ed argues that moving beyond both presidents' regulatory approaches and embracing choice and competition is the best bet for improvement.  

    By Erin McIntyre • May 18, 2016
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    Study finds correlation between student achievement, school safety

    New research published in Educational Researcher shows schools that were able to increase their academic performance also saw significant reductions in violence.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 18, 2016
  • Trendline

    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
  • How best to help students understand cheating is wrong?

    Introducing new ways to think about and address academic dishonesty predictably curbs cheating in schools.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 18, 2016
  • Lobbying groups push back against funding equity provisions

    Organizations in Washington have teamed up, sending a letter to Education Secretary John King over his attempts to even out disparate school funding. 

    By Erin McIntyre • May 18, 2016
  • New Pell experiment to cover dual enrollment expenses

    A new federal experiment allows students taking college-credit courses to access federal Pell Grants while still in high school.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 17, 2016
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    Silicon Valley K-8 schools will get new prefab modular classrooms

    The classrooms are pre-verified by the Collaborative for High Performance Schools 

    By Erin McIntyre • May 17, 2016
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    Strengthening Education Through Research Act stalls amid privacy debate

    The legislation's slow movement may be due to FERPA, according to Education Week.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 17, 2016
  • Student privacy bills under consideration in 31 states

    Some 94 state-level student privacy bills have been introduced so far in 2016 as concern over data use increases nationwide.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 17, 2016
  • Deep Dive

    Higher ed partnerships critical to boost minority STEM participation

    In honor of Global Maker Day, a look at a variety of new initiatives aiming to ignite a passion for STEM subjects among minority students.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 17, 2016
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    At-home PreK program has long-term benefits for kids

    Recent studies show long-term benefits for children who receive structured curriculum before entering school.

    May 17, 2016
  • OECD: South Korea leads in reading, math as US still lags

    Japan, the Netherlands and Finland also dominate the top spots.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 17, 2016
  • Report: Arkansas leads the way on AP policy

    A new Education Commission analysis highlights the state's comprehensive policy, saying it enhances participation, engagement and success.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016
  • $45M Smart Schools investment plan moves ahead in New York

    A new plan will create 52 "Smart Schools" investment plans that will be worth a total of $45 million.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016
  • 66% of school admins report concern for ELL students

    A new survey from Education Week shows that ELL learners in many classrooms aren't getting the quality of teaching they need to succeed.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016
  • Survey highlights career frustration among teachers

    A study from the Center on Education Policy finds that only half of American teachers are happy in their schools.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016
  • Schools work to educate growing homeless population

    The Washington Post reports a total of 4,600 homeless children and families currently live in Washington, DC, for the first time outnumbering single adults. 

    By Erin McIntyre • May 16, 2016
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    Dallas luring Oklahoma teachers with better pay

    Oklahoma teachers have been outspoken about low pay for years, and a reported $1.3 billion budget shortfall is anticipated to result in 5% budget cuts.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016
  • Study: Computer science ed faces cybersecurity gap

    A recent study found the U of Alabama's program to be the only of 121 to require a minimum of three cybersecurity courses for graduation.

    By May 13, 2016
  • Additional support critical for students with incarcerated parents

    At least 5 million American children have an incarcerated parent, and school districts can help support them with extra services and after-school programs.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016
  • Will NJ become second state to embrace later school start times?

    A series of three public forums have generated debate around whether the state should mandate later start times in middle and high schools.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016
  • Telepresence tech changing face of classroom observation

    Remote observation platforms from vendors like Revolve Robotics can be particularly beneficial in special ed classrooms. 

    By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016
  • Doctors, politicians increasingly brought into recess battles by parents

    Parents whose children attend schools without recess mandates are seeking medical notes and lobbying public representatives for change.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 13, 2016
  • Cost of charter schools debated by LA school officials

    Officials are butting heads over a new union-commissioned report that gives independent charter schools a $500 million annual funding price tag.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 12, 2016
  • Two radically different bills aim to fix Detroit's schools

    One bill includes $500 million in debt relief, continued state control, and new contract restrictions; the other would remove state control and create a Detroit Education Commission.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 12, 2016
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    Report labels school bullying a 'serious public health' issue

    Bullying has been connected to long-term negative impacts on learning and academic performance, as well as depression, anxiety and substance abuse.

    By Erin McIntyre • May 12, 2016