The staggering price tag of anonymous school threats

While its best for school leaders to take all threats seriously and evacuate, the cost of safety for some districts stretches into the millions.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 5, 2016

Should districts be required to inform parents of assessment opt-out options?

With federal funding on the line, states like California are mixed on whether to inform parents of standardized testing opt-out options, raising legal questions for districts.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 5, 2016

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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

'Educators Rising' aims to help young teachers meet district needs

The network formerly known as Future Educators Association is looking to guide more high school students into teaching careers.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 5, 2016

UN working group examines race gap, discrimination in US schools

A preliminary report from the Working Group of Experts on People of African Descent examines structural discrimination against students of color in American schools.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 5, 2016

An individualized approach to training special ed teachers

At the Lee Pesky Learning Center, special ed teachers-in-training learn an individualized approach to helping children with learning disabilities. 

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 4, 2016

California leading the way on state-driven ed policy reform

State lawmakers are citing a need to lead education policy with a California-first approach instead of looking to the federal government for primary guidance. 

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 4, 2016

Chicago teachers reject contract as cuts, state takeover loom

Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner announced preparation for a state takeover of Chicago Public Schools, while the city's teachers union unanimously voted to reject a contract offer.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 4, 2016

NYC schools hire first LGBT 'community liaison'

The largest school district in the US has appointed a new position committed to ensuring schools are safe for LGBT students and teachers.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 4, 2016

Prepping for new ed tech? First, examine existing infrastructure

A director of e-learning from Australia's Saint Stephens College offers a blueprint for districts to examine their infrastructure in advance of rolling out new ed tech.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 4, 2016

Discrepancies in PARCC test results raise concerns

On average, students who took the 2014-15 PARCC exams on computers received lower scores than those who took the test in with paper and pencil, raising concerns.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 4, 2016

Ed Dept issues new guidance on scaling back standardized testing

The new guidance follows support for curbing over-testing in the Every Student Succeeds Act and from President Barack Obama.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 3, 2016

With district in disarray, Detroit emergency manager resigns

With things falling apart — in some cases literally — in Detroit schools, Darnell Earley has abruptly resigned from the state-appointed position four-and-a-half months early. 

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 3, 2016

Report: Spiking AP student numbers aren't watering down coursework

The popularity of Advanced Placement courses is skyrocketing, but a new study from a right-leaning DC think tank says the surge doesn't mean classes are easier. 

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 3, 2016

Digital video offers teachers bouquet of new PD opportunities

The role of online video for peer-to-peer reviews is gaining more importance when it comes to professional development.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 3, 2016

School boards seeing local control stripped in red states

Republican states are increasingly seeing districts taken over in the name of turning around failing schools.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 3, 2016

Ed Dept CIO's ethics questioned amid poor agency cybersecurity performance

While officials have questioned CIO Danny Harris' conduct, the department earned negative scores in last year's 30-Day Cyber Sprint as well as a failing FITARA grade. 

By Justine Brown • Feb. 3, 2016

Christensen Institute's blended learning directory goes social

The institute's Blended Learning Universe directory is allowing schools to create profiles that spotlight their models, demographics, tools used, and outcomes.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 2, 2016

Using satellite Internet to bridge the 'homework gap'

For some rural districts without access to fiber or cable Internet connections, satellite access can serve as an affordable alternative. 

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016

Districts increasingly looking to social media in teacher recruitment

Teacher shortages across the US have led to round-the-clock recruiting efforts in some districts, creating a need to look beyond traditional hiring techniques.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016

Feds face another special ed suit from NYC public advocate

For the second time, Leticia James has filed suit against the U.S. Department of Education on behalf of students with disabilities. 

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016

'Critical' early childhood ed shortage locks Los Angeles families in poverty

According to the Advancement Project, the organizers of the Early Learning Needs In L.A. County conference, the city faces a crucial deficit of pre-K options. 

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016

NYC program tackles desegregation by allocating seats for disadvantaged kids

A new pilot program in one public school is reserving space for low-income and English language learners.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016

'Micro schools' catching on as mixed-grade, blended, personalized option

Is a modern one-room schoolhouse the next big thing in K-12?

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 2, 2016

Obama proposes $4B for computer science ed initiative

The president's proposed budget for 2017 suggests a significant boost for computer science in the nation's K-12 schools.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 1, 2016

Teachers sue Detroit over educational, building quality

The Detroit Federation of Teachers and the American Federation of Teachers have teamed up to file suit against Detroit Public Schools.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 1, 2016