Report: Almost 16% of America's young people are overweight

A report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation calls on policymakers to prioritize obesity prevention programs, and to make healthy school lunch options and physical education programs more available in schools.

By Lucy Hood • Oct. 26, 2018

Despite Trump's efforts, schools still have support options for trans students

As the administration seeks to define "transgender" out of existence, a social worker details how schools can continue offering protections and validating students in this community. 

By Jessica Campisi • Oct. 26, 2018

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Curriculum

Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.

By K-12 Dive staff

Why students should read scientific literature

A U of Alabama researcher says educators must give students a motive to learn science by teaching them to reason.

By Abhishek Gangrade​ • Oct. 26, 2018

Work-life balance imperative to lengthen principal tenure

One principal suggests the ability to prioritize, get sufficient sleep, and set time aside for hobbies are all critical to prevent burnout.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 26, 2018

One more state may abandon elected schools chiefs

A measure on the South Carolina's ballot will let voters decide whether the role should be appointed by the governor, which would leave just a dozen states still electing the position.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 26, 2018

What happens to students when teachers leave midyear?

A group of studies finds this shuffling happens more often than previously thought, and that it may drive the harmful effects of overall teacher turnover.

By Jessica Campisi • Oct. 25, 2018

As choice options expand, report urges quality schools for all students

Choice can create unintended consequences, such as lengthy commutes and more segregation, research from the Learning Policy Institute shows.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 25, 2018

Schools equipping students with blue-collar job skills

A Wisconsin superintendent wants students to see the value of these in-demand specialized roles, which can have good salaries and require less schooling.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 25, 2018

Report: Long-term coaching critical in retaining principals

NYC Leadership Academy research finds principals who have worked with leadership coaches for at least five years stayed in schools twice as long as the national average.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 25, 2018

Historically low ACT scores prompt criticism of math lessons

On a scale of 1-36, the 2018 graduating class earned an average math score of 20.5 — a 20-year low — with declines for almost all racial and ethnic groups.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 24, 2018

Contextualizing coding across subjects enhances entire curriculum

Coding is quickly becoming a core skill that can be woven into courses from math to English language arts.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 24, 2018

Maine faces uphill battle in proficiency-based education implementation

Since the state rolled out the initiative in 2012, there's been a lack of consensus on the meaning of proficiency, and teachers have struggled to explain to students how they were being assessed.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 24, 2018

Music education can have tremendous payoff despite high costs

High student interest in music courses requires administrators to enlist help from community to provide instruments and materials.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 24, 2018

Peer mentoring can strengthen connection between English learners and classroom community

Understanding students' backgrounds and cultures can make them feel respected and more engaged in learning.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 24, 2018

Report details 5 ways educators can engage parents

New research from the Carnegie Corporation of New York focuses on getting parents involved in attendance, digital media and transitions between grades.

By Jessica Campisi • Oct. 24, 2018

Administrators share 3 spooktacular Halloween strategies for schools

Costumes can pose logistical challenges to schools, but those concerns can be navigated with a little creativity.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 24, 2018

Student engagement, supports among key elements of successful school redesign

Research from the Center for American Progress says these schools also have career- and college-ready coursework and a system tracking student success.

By Lucy Hood • Oct. 24, 2018

11 principals to receive Ed Dept leadership awards

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos said this year's recipients of the Terrel H. Bell Awards for Outstanding School Leadership exemplified vision and effort that enabled a diverse pool of students to succeed.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 24, 2018

Building tolerance for other cultures starts in the classroom

If educators program diverse activities like world fairs into the school day, they can help students better understand their peers from other countries.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 24, 2018

Early-childhood advocates see cannabis challenges rise as tobacco sales fall

As more states consider legalizing marijuana, California's First 5 agencies are on the forefront of educating the public about cannabis use impacts on pregnant women and in homes with young children.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 23, 2018

Students draft measure calling for gun control, school mental health resources

Students from across the country met in Washington, D.C., to draft the bill that pushes for universal background checks and increasing the minimum gun purchasing age to 21, among other policies.

By Jessica Campisi • Oct. 23, 2018

Higher expectations, new strategies can boost test rigor

Teachers need to assess the current level of test rigor and, if necessary, revise assessments to raise the bar, one expert says.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 23, 2018

Report: The 6 biggest struggles principals face

According to the Education Week survey, some of these challenges include safety issues, student mental health and having a work-life balance.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 23, 2018

Hurricane destruction derails school finances

When the winds die down and flood waters recede, schools need to have a healthy fund balance to pay for repairs and get students back in classrooms.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 23, 2018

District leaders question merits of dual administrative, coaching roles

The ever-increasing demands placed on West Virginia athletic directors and other school leaders are making it difficult for them to lead and coach.

By Lucy Hood • Oct. 22, 2018