Meet the modern school bus

GPS tracking, automated routing systems, and other tech tools are transforming how districts get students to school.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 24, 2015

Pearson looks to the future with focus fully on ed

The company, which recently sold off its media investments, does roughly $5 billion in schools-related business in the United States alone.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 24, 2015

Data shows feds rarely step in at struggling schools

One expert believes that fears of heavy-handed federal intervention in schools are out of proportion with reality.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 24, 2015

Four more states get NCLB waiver renewals

Only five states are still waiting to see if their waivers from the federal education laws harshest mandates will be renewed.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 24, 2015

Over 8,000 Boston students still lack a school assignment

With the first day of school just three weeks away, a software glitch has district employees scrambling to place students.  

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 24, 2015

Cheating prevention and Amplify's sale: The week's most-read education news

Fall behind? Get caught up on digital transcripts' 'quiet revolution' and more right here!

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 21, 2015

91% of parents want computer science in schools

A Gallup poll finds that most believe computer science instruction is a good use of school resources.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 21, 2015

Report: Nearly 50% of minority students lack basic reading skills

The research, from the Alliance for Excellent Education, looked at national testing data and found many fifth graders struggling with basic literacy.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 21, 2015

Top teaching colleges start students in the classroom early

In order to be successful, teaching students need to meet a high bar, practice the craft, and integrate technology.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 21, 2015

Amplify AP computer science MOOC spins off as Edhesive

The online AP course package was administered to roughly 2,000 high schoolers this year and had lower attrition than most similar online courses.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 21, 2015

Former administrator traces beginnings of education crisis

The former superintendent of Tucson Unified School District says something's wrong when the best teachers question teaching the neediest students.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 21, 2015

What's at the root of teacher shortages?

A Colorado administrator said the district's efficient and nurturing culture aided his ability to attract higher caliber candidates.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 21, 2015

As E-rate expands broadband access, more questions arise

One expert questions if schools and teachers are ready for the possibilities more technology offers.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 20, 2015

Lessons from Common Core testing — without the data

District Administration looks at how districts can improve, even before results from the latest round of tests are available.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 20, 2015

CDC: Schools should hit snooze button on start times

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are pushing policymakers to take on a notoriously unpopular project: changing school start times.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 20, 2015

Districts see no usefulness, eliminate class rank

More high schools are doing away with the ranking system, saying it is no longer relevant to college applications and fails to measure student learning. 

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 20, 2015

PA governor favors charter cuts for floundering district

The Chester Upland School District has been in financial upheaval for years. Now Gov. Tom Wolf says charter school funding has got to go.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 20, 2015

N Carolina standards swap requires extra dollars

A legislative committee says the state’s decision to overhaul Common Core will require money for new textbooks and teacher hires.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 19, 2015

'Perfect storm' of political, budget factors behind teacher shortage

Experts say low salaries, nasty wars over school reform, and a lack of mentors are keeping potential educators away.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 19, 2015

How to craft an effective anti-bullying policy

An estimated 30% of districts don't have a policy to protect students from harassment, often in violation of state laws. What does it take to write a good one?

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 19, 2015

Tech innovation transforming the school library

Across the country, librarians are rethinking what kind of services they should provide.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 19, 2015

States likely to get more say in school accountability

Even if the rewrite of No Child Left Behind fails to clear the labyrinthine Congressional process, states are likely to get more flexibility.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 19, 2015

Tracing the school-to-prison pipeline

Lobbying and contracts help support zero-tolerance policies, but some states are trying to stem the flow

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 19, 2015

Gates Foundation invests $2M in Edcamp

The informal gatherings, or 'unconferences,' of educators, entrepreneurs, and others offer a chance to test new ideas and collaborate. 

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 18, 2015

New PD from Hobsons, Gallup focuses on teachers' strengths

The partnership will use online courses and in-person coaching to help teachers develop their particular aptitudes.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 18, 2015