K-12: Page 243
-
Heated battle over Brooklyn school rezoning draws to close
After months of controversy and public debate, two Brooklyn schools will be rezoned in an effort to blend student populations and thwart increased segregation.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 7, 2016 -
Deep Dive
What's most pressing for K-12 tech leaders in 2016?
Two tech leaders weigh in on what they see as the biggest ed tech issues, developments, and trends confronting administrators.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 7, 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 -
Campus rape investigations climb as OCR starts year with more funding
The number of investigations into the handling of sexual assault cases has reached 159 higher ed institutions, as well as 63 K-12 schools and districts.
By Tara García Mathewson • Jan. 7, 2016 -
Alabama pilot turns school buses into Wi-Fi hubs
The Decatur City Schools district in Alabama is aiming for 24/7 wireless connectivity for all students.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 6, 2016 -
Will personalized learning spike in 2016?
Baltimore Superintendent S. Dallas Dance and other officials predict an increased focus on individualized learning on the heels of standardized test results.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 6, 2016 -
Rural Tennessee high school strives to improve students' quality of life
Due to high concentrations of poverty, rural students are less likely to attend college than their urban or suburban peers.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 6, 2016 -
States eager to tackle new K-12 policies under ESSA
As the 2016 state legislative season begins, a few states in particular are poised to tackle pressing issues including teacher shortages, fiscal crises, and funding formulas.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 6, 2016 -
Should King be formally nominated as education secretary?
Arne Duncan's successor was never formally nominated by President Barack Obama or vetted by Congress, and Republicans now want that to change.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 6, 2016 -
Deep Dive
4 K-12 tech developments to keep an eye on in 2016
Industry investment hit an all-time high of $1.85 billion last year.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 5, 2016 -
Lawmakers commit to correcting ed lapses for Maryland juvenile offenders
After a long-term investigation by the Baltimore Sun revealed a failure to educate juvenile offenders, Maryland's leaders are promising action.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 5, 2016 -
Could Silicon Valley virtual charter's all-inclusive model revolutionize the space?
A new online school challenges traditional educational models by opening classes to learners of all ages and locations.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 5, 2016 -
Coding gains traction in Chicago schools
The city is among the latest to push for the subject as a curriculum staple, though a reported 75% of students nationwide still never learn about coding in K-12.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 5, 2016 -
Handful of states still exclude student achievement from teacher, principal evals
California, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, and Vermont still lack a formal policy on using student performance metrics to grade teachers.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 5, 2016 -
Questions linger around SAT, ACT as measures of achievement
An Every Student Succeeds Act provision dealing with the use of college-entrance exams like the SAT or ACT in lieu of others is now being questioned.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 5, 2016 -
New Ohio charter ranking system intended to weed out worst
Home to some of the most high-profile charter school scandals in the U.S., the state is now working to better regulate and inspect the schools.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 3, 2016 -
Political turmoil leads to calls for freeze on Tennessee state-run district
Because the Achievement School District hasn't helped low-performing schools as intended, Democrats are now asking for a freeze on any new takeovers.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 3, 2016 -
Nevada school choice program gets new regulations
The new rules for a controversial funding plan enabling school choice saw hesitation and concern from the state's lawyers.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 3, 2016 -
Teacher involvement key to 1:1 device success
Empowering teachers and school staff to take ownership over tech initiatives can help them blossom, according to Hattiesburg Public School District's Dr. Will Deyamport.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 3, 2016 -
Ed Dept: Testing opt-outs could lead to budget cuts this year
Federal aid could be proportionally slashed if a certain percentage of students opt out of mandated standardized testing.
By Erin McIntyre • Jan. 3, 2016 -
Duncan focuses on gun violence in final words as Secretary of Education
The outgoing cabinet member made his final public speech in the position on Wednesday in Chicago.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 30, 2015 -
Deep Dive
5 K-12 trends to watch in 2016
From 'bad apple' charters facing the music to tech's continued push into classrooms, you'll want to keep your eye on these trends.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 30, 2015 -
FCC's E-rate violation smackdown on NYC DOE results in $3M settlement
The settlement over E-Rate bidding violations is reportedly the largest to date.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 30, 2015 -
Common Core finds business leaders crossing political lines
A new Fortune article follows the money behind Common Core advocacy as supporters take on political and corporate opposition.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 29, 2015 -
Grad rates may be at 'historic' highs, but are students prepared?
Despite the 82% rate, an increasing number of students aren't college-ready.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 28, 2015 -
Deep Dive
Fujimoto: US schools must not succumb to 'sin of mediocrity'
"The charter movement and district schools are plagued with the sin of mediocrity and then they fight about who is right," says education consultant Ted Fujimoto.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 23, 2015
Previous
