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

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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

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

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

'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

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

'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

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

After yearlong talks, offer on table for Chicago Teachers Union

The union and Chicago Public Schools will vote on a possible agreement this week.  

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

Atlanta superintendent presents plan to help 26 failing schools

Meria Carstarphen's turnaround proposal includes significant partnerships with private business.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 1, 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

Is a one-standard solution possible for a nationwide ed-tech workflow problem?

A new open interoperability standard called OneRoster aims to streamline roster and sign-on management workflow between vendors and schools.

By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 1, 2016

Apple furthers ed push with LearnSprout acquisition

LearnSprout specializes in performance analytics tools for the classroom.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 29, 2016

Ed Dept threatens penalties for states with high opt-out rates

States with more than 5% of students opting out of standardized testing will face reductions in federal aid on top of various other penalties.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016

Shrinking focus on personal finance, economics in K-12

According to a new survey from the Council for Economic Education, fewer states have mandates requiring classes like economics, potentially affecting students for years to come.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016

Parent-teacher conferences remain integral to student performance

New approaches can lead to heightened family engagement in learning.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016

No more timed testing for New York students

Students in the state will now be allowed to progress on exams at their own pace.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016

Dismal performance by Idaho virtual charters result in 20% grad rate

The numbers are prompting concern from state lawmakers.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 29, 2016

Data-focused hiring practices help districts find new teachers

More districts are successfully turning to data and software programs to help refine searches for teaching candidates.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016

Career technical education is a booming $1.5B investment for California

State-funded programs focused on CTE have blossomed, letting high school students receive hands-on career prep training before graduation.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016

Florida Senate panel votes in favor of SAT, ACT for annual testing

The state could be the next to allow school districts to make such a switch from using the Florida Standards Assessment to other options, like the SAT or ACT. 

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016

Toeing line on sex ed, districts must work with communities to keep kids healthy

A new book by New York University professor Jonathan Zimmerman argues that sex ed can't be taught in schools without community buy-in and help from social organizations.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016

Failure to collect E-rate rebate may land Cleveland taxpayers $8.57M bill

The Cleveland school board is reportedly considering legal action against a contractor called E-Rate Central and two former employees.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 28, 2016

LAUSD Supt Michelle King talks segregation, iPads, and priorities

The city's new superintendent inherits a number of challenges in the nation's second-largest district.

By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 27, 2016