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Is police presence in schools actually hurting students?
While many believe police are needed to protect students, some experts argue increased police presence has sparked a needless rise in student arrests.
By Davide Savenije • April 12, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: MOOCs, Twitter and Apple TV
If you missed any of this week's big headlines, our Most Read will keep you up-to-date.
By Davide Savenije • April 12, 2013 -
Explore the Trendline➔ 
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Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments.
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El Paso cheating scandal shows culpability complications
Lorenzo Garcia is in prison, but solutions still need to be found in the Lone Star State.
By Brian Warmoth • April 11, 2013 -
Does the U.S. education system need a technology upgrade?
A new Politico opinion piece argues that a meaningful national approach to ed tech is necessary for U.S. students to succeed.
By Roger Riddell • April 11, 2013 -
What does Obama's new $3.8 trillion budget do to education?
The Preschool for All and Race to the Top initiatives are the centerpieces of a budget that would largely return education funding to pre-sequester levels.
By Roger Riddell • April 11, 2013 -
Educators release Next Generation Science Standards
The first national science education recommendations since 1996 call for far-reaching changes to the way the subject is taught.
By Roger Riddell • April 10, 2013 -
How to use Apple TV in the classroom
Apple TV's "Airplay" feature provides teachers with an easy way to integrate technology in the classroom.
By Davide Savenije • April 8, 2013 -
N.J. sees influx of charter school applications
The state received 38 applications for charter schools, all of which will be decided by the end of September.
By Roger Riddell • April 8, 2013 -
Education Department defends anti-gun video
The video features Education Secretary Arne Duncan speaking with inner-city children about their experiences with gun violence.
By Roger Riddell • April 5, 2013 -
20 new schools to open in the Bronx
Some of the new schools will offer opportunities for students interested in technological or health professions.
By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2013 -
Memphis is ground zero in state's fight to save failing schools
Five of six schools taken over by the state last fall were in Memphis.
By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2013 -
Robot teaches in Kan. high school
The school's newest hire can be programmed for a number of tasks.
By Roger Riddell • April 4, 2013 -
Deep Dive
As online learning rewrites K-12 education, Edgenuity shares its playbook
Dive Interview: Edgenuity, Inc. CEO Sari Factor explains where she sees online and blending learning headed in the K-12 arena.
By Davide Savenije • April 3, 2013 -
Texas Senate confirms Michael Williams as new education commissioner
Williams was appointed by Gov. Rick Perry in September.
By Roger Riddell • April 3, 2013 -
Deep Dive
You need the new Education Dive iPhone app
We're on Android phones, too. Have you checked us out?
By Brian Warmoth • April 2, 2013 -
Seattle Public Schools won't punish teachers boycotting test
The district initially threatened a 10-day unpaid suspension.
By Roger Riddell • April 2, 2013 -
Atlanta cheating scandal defendants begin turning themselves in
The scandal's reach stretches all the way to a former superintendent.
By Roger Riddell • April 2, 2013 -
Florida lawmaker's new charter bill would create district-run 'innovation schools'
This charter bill is also notable for its backing by a prominent state Democrat.
By Roger Riddell • April 1, 2013 -
After N.J. school takeover, critics say state-appointed chief is too powerful
The yet-to-be-appointed superintendent will answer solely to the state's education commissioner.
By Roger Riddell • April 1, 2013 -
Tenn. bill would require schools to have EpiPens on hand
The measure will force schools to treat emergency allergic reactions as soon as they occur.
By Roger Riddell • March 31, 2013 -
Iowa Governor Proposes $187M Increase in State Ed Budget
on Thu, 03/28/2013 - 4:22pm Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad, a Republican, has proposed increasing the state’s education budget by $187 million. While most Republican-led states have focused on vouchers and charter schools, Iowa has no private school voucher program and has only three charter schools in...
March 28, 2013 -
Deep Dive
Most Read Education News of the Week: MOOC instructors and high-tech libraries
Missed the big education news this past week? We've got you covered.
By Davide Savenije • March 22, 2013 -
Chicago set to close 61 public schools
The closures are among the largest ever nationwide and come as the city faces a $1 billion deficit.
By Roger Riddell • March 21, 2013 -
Amazon launches mass app deployment for Whispercast
Amazon has upgraded Whispercast to enable centralized app distribution to a number of Kindle Fire tablets.
By Davide Savenije • March 20, 2013 -
Supreme Court affirms right to resell foreign-made works
The ruling is being celebrated as a major win for libraries.
By Roger Riddell • March 20, 2013
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