The arts find a role in 21st century education

As districts continue to cut arts instruction, more evidence is emerging about key skills developed in art classes.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 6, 2015

Versal launches content marketplace for teachers

The new Gadget Market will allow educators to discover and share content used in the platform's teacher-made online courses.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 6, 2015

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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

Ohio ed dept probe demanded by state school board members

After a recent scandal over charter school evaluations, board members say the department needs an outside review to ensure it’s meeting its obligations.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 6, 2015

Pearson cuts contract by $1M over testing glitches

A rocky testing rollout in Minnesota this spring sees the vendor taking a pay cut.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 6, 2015

NYC task force to go after cheating by educators

Recent episodes of number fudging and inappropriate academic behavior by teachers and principals have drawn attention to the problem.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 6, 2015

Washington state sets graduation bar on exams below 'college-ready'

The state’s board of education voted Wednesday on the required score for graduation on its new Smarter Balanced exams.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 6, 2015

10 years after Katrina, no consensus on New Orleans schools overhaul

Opinions on how the city’s massive education overhaul is faring are divided sharply on everything from student performance to district function.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 5, 2015

How tech-driven learning can benefit students with disabilities

Special education also stands to benefit from innovative school models and personalization.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 5, 2015

As budget deadline looms, what Congress has slotted for schools

Once again, lawmakers have just one month left before they must approve a budget or shut down the government. How will education fare?

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 5, 2015

School WiFi hotspots help close broadband gap

One district in St. Louis is offering portable wireless hotspot devices to help provide Internet access for all students outside of school hours.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 5, 2015

Los Angeles schools food chief steps down after investigation

In the second major scandal to hit L.A. schools recently, an audit accused food services of waste, ethical breaches, and shady financial dealings.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 5, 2015

Wisconsin districts won't be impacted by virtual charter performance

As part of a budget deal, Gov. Scott Walker cut districts with low-performing virtual schools a break from state accountability.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 5, 2015

ACLU video depicts officer handcuffing third grader

The case is the latest in a series of controversies around how schools discipline students, especially minorities and those with disabilities.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 4, 2015

NY district's solar move could cut energy costs in half

Warwick School District in upstate New York invested $4.7 million in the project, which is expected to be completed next year.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 4, 2015

Coding courses provide entry point for girls in tech

Between summer bootcamps and additional computer science courses, Florida educators are looking to get more young women into tech careers.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 4, 2015

NYC poised to approve $30M ed deal with Amazon

The deal would cover the development of an online marketplace for digital classroom tools and resources.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 4, 2015

Partisan divides remain biggest hurdle for NCLB rewrite

Conferencing between the Senate and House is underway, but it’s not clear if there’s enough political will to clear remaining hurdles.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 4, 2015

KIPP founder shares 3 tips for increasing principal retention

Dave Levin has made keeping top principals a priority for his charter network.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 3, 2015

Educators crossing fingers on NCLB rewrite

A bill that could end the most punishing aspects of the Bush-era ed law is making its way through Congress as educators watch anxiously.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 3, 2015

McGraw-Hill's departure from high-stakes testing signals market shifts

Earlier this summer, the company announced it would end its work on high-stakes end-of-year testing to focus on classroom resources.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 3, 2015

High housing prices drive out Silicon Valley teachers

A complex set of factors is pushing teachers out of the nation’s biggest tech hub.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 3, 2015

Weeks before school begins, Kansas struggles to hire enough teachers

The state has been embroiled in education controversies over the past several years, including several regarding pay and tenure.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 3, 2015

College Board releases new AP US History guidelines

Controversy arose last year following an update that emphasized minority and womens’ history, which the new guidelines are intended to address.

By Kate Schimel • Aug. 3, 2015

Blackboard, innovation, and PARCC: The week's most-read education news

Fall behind? Catch up on shrinking school and student numbers in higher ed, Blackboard's potential sale, and more right here!

By Roger Riddell • July 31, 2015

Many students still lack digital literacy

Despite students' familiarity with social media, many struggle with more complex digital skills like evaluating a reliable source on the Internet.

By Kate Schimel • July 31, 2015