Why is Atlanta superintendent's future uncertain?

Under Meria Carstarphen, Atlanta Public Schools has seen growth in the percentage of students scoring proficient on state tests, and its graduation rate has climbed to almost 80% — compared to 50.8% in 2012.

By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 5, 2019

Seven districts piloting in-vehicle tablets to improve bus routes, safety

Tech from software provider Tyler Technologies will be used to adjust routes and provide bus drivers with information they need to be more efficient. 

By Amelia Harper • Sept. 5, 2019

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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

Report: Students ready for complex civic conversations, nuanced instruction

An analysis of 11,000 letters to the president from 2016 suggests students are more prepared to be civically engaged than previously thought.

By Naaz Modan • Sept. 4, 2019

VR tours introduce special needs students to new schools in stress-free environment

Along with the virtual tours, Massachusetts' Danvers Public Schools is also using assistive technology to help students on the autism spectrum practice social interactions.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 4, 2019

Designing effective classrooms for multilingual students requires intent, flexibility

U.S. Department of Education data shows the number of EL students growing across all regions, necessitating strategic planning in all districts.

By Lauren Barack • Sept. 4, 2019

DC school weaves focus on character-building into academics to measure SEL

Capital City Public Charter School's approach stems from research linking soft skills to cognitive development.

By Natalie Gross • Sept. 4, 2019

Despite increasing gun violence, majority of students report feeling safe at school

A new study from ACT reports 38% of students believe adding mental health services would improve their sense of safety.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 4, 2019

Takeover schools often still face same underlying challenges

While the state-sanctioned private charter takeover of the Jefferson County School District in Florida found success on some academic concerns, a number of disciplinary and other challenges remain.

By Amelia Harper • Sept. 4, 2019

Study: 'Splinter' districts increase school segregation in the South

Researchers write that district secession is "eroding what has historically been one of the cornerstones of school desegregation in the South: the one-county, one-school-system jurisdiction."

By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 4, 2019

Districts navigate smoky federal, state cannabis legislation

As more states change marijuana laws, districts are caught in a disconnect between prevention and messaging with students, as well as use by educators.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 3, 2019

High chronic absenteeism rates among special needs students raise alarms

In New York City, about 26,000 students with disabilities missed at least 20% of school days in the 2015-16 school year.

By Amelia Harper • Sept. 3, 2019

More states requiring mental health education

Experts recommend beginning as early as kindergarten, with a focus on age-appropriate instructional practices in areas like reducing stigma and obtaining and maintaining good mental health.

By Lucy Hood • Sept. 3, 2019

Districts working to limit students' exposure to lead in drinking water

Most states don’t require lead testing of water at schools, but some district leaders are still collecting data and reporting findings to parents.

By Amelia Harper • Sept. 3, 2019

Dominion electric school bus initiative aims for 100% electric fleet in Virginia territory by 2030

The utility wants 1,000 electric buses by 2025, at no additional cost to school districts.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 3, 2019

US attorney: States can't sue feds over lunch program changes

School lunch rules championed by former first lady Michelle Obama have been relaxed, but strict requirements aren't completely eliminated.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 30, 2019

How districts are reexamining policies to encourage parental involvement

Ending fees for background checks is among steps schools are taking to remove barriers that keep parents from volunteering.

By Natalie Gross • Aug. 30, 2019

Indiana approves free adult high school education, job training program

Public-private collaboration is an established job training trend, but stakeholders can't stop at pledging resources and funding.

By Riia O'Donnell • Aug. 30, 2019

Hackers target smaller, less protected schools as school year begins

Training students, faculty and staff to recognize and avoid phishing emails remains critical to cybersecurity, as experts say the end user is the most vulnerable link in a network's defenses.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 29, 2019

Proposed SNAP rule would affect schools that provide free meals to all

Almost 65% of schools eligible for the Community Eligibility Option now participate, according to government figures.

By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 29, 2019

Detroit nonprofit directs $3.5M to improve 4 charter schools

The pilot program will help provide bonuses to retain teachers, offer coaching, and improve building, technology and curriculum resources.

By Amelia Harper • Aug. 29, 2019

Building and scaling interventions to support every student

Aspen Florence of the Ogden School District in Utah describes how teachers are using data to implement the right support at the right time. 

By Aspen Florence • Aug. 29, 2019

Ability to identify rapid guessing stands to improve interventions

Experts say better identification of where students disengaged on an exam can help target areas individual students are struggling — or where new approaches need to be considered broadly.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 28, 2019

Growing number of states passing LGBT-inclusive history curricula

But experts say these lessons should be woven into history curricula rather than standing out as separate.

By Lauren Barack • Aug. 28, 2019

Popularity of learner-driven Edcamps still on the rise

The model's spontaneous, non-commercial approach demonstrates a growing desire among educators for more personalization in their professional learning.

By Natalie Gross • Aug. 28, 2019

Advisory group urges NYC to eliminate gifted programs, selective admissions

Data show only 10.5% of black and Latinx students get invitations to the city’s elite schools, though they make up 70% of total enrollment.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 28, 2019