Fundraising efforts by the wealthy can benefit educational efforts for the poor

In Naples, Florida, an annual upscale auction is helping to close the educational gap between wealthy and impoverished schools. 

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 9, 2018

How filmmaker Rob Reiner put early childhood in the limelight

Recruiting Hollywood A-listers for help, Reiner paved the way for passage of a tobacco tax to fund programs for California's youngest children — and helped to spread a national movement.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 9, 2018

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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

What did California's novel approach to funding early-childhood programs achieve?

The impact of the First 5 initiative, spearheaded by actor-director Rob Reiner, is complicated to measure because of the lack of longitudinal data. 

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 9, 2018

Sensory-friendly classrooms can create a more engaging learning experience

Controlling the sights, sounds and scents that can over- or under-stimulate students is especially helpful for those with special needs.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 9, 2018

Researchers show how neighborhoods can have long-term impacts on children's lives

Using U.S. Census Bureau data, researchers found some past voucher programs grouped students in areas with the worst upward mobility.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 9, 2018

New case studies feature superintendents leading early-childhood efforts

The superintendents, part of AASA's Early Learning cohort, share their experiences in expanding programs for young children.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 8, 2018

Betsy DeVos outlines ESSA flexibilities in 'Dear Parent' letter

While the U.S. Department of Education has approved all 50 states' plans to comply with the law, parents may have a voice in local implementation.

By Jessica Campisi • Oct. 8, 2018

Jobs report shows shortfall of almost 390,000 teachers

An Economic Policy Institute analysis says the number of teaching positions available has not kept pace with student population growth.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 8, 2018

K-12, higher ed partnerships bring benefits to both

Working with nearby colleges and universities can help schools and postsecondary institutions expand students' opportunities.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 8, 2018

Illinois district plans to launch high school CEO program

Programs that prepare students for the workforce and connect them to local businesses are gaining popularity.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 8, 2018

Boston College researchers find comprehensive support in K-5 can prevent students from dropping out

The City Connects model featured in the study has spread from Boston to other Massachusetts schools, as well as to sites in New York, Connecticut and Ohio.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 5, 2018

Even in #MeToo era, educators still aren't sharing their stories

While many don't report sexual misconduct for reasons similar to other survivors, teachers also face unique challenges that make it hard to speak up.

By Jessica Campisi • Oct. 5, 2018

New Jersey school district plans to screen all students for lead exposure

Students in the Freehold Borough School District are considered to be at a higher risk of exposure than normal, prompting concerns.

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 5, 2018

DOJ awards more than $70M in grant funding for school safety

The Justice Department will also invest $1 million toward research on the factors that lead to mass shootings.

By Jessica Campisi • Oct. 4, 2018

Report: Graduation challenges persist in just 10% of high schools nationwide

The research finds these schools are largely in high-poverty districts, with half serving a 90% minority population and about 75% being majority minority.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 4, 2018

Do open-plan schools really work?

Classrooms in the Hellerup School, a K-9 school near Copenhagen, Denmark, have operated without walls for 16 years. 

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 4, 2018

California law expands mental health support for preschoolers

The legislation is part of a national push to address the underlying causes of behavior issues in the youngest students.

By Christina Vercelletto • Oct. 4, 2018

Financial literacy serves up both fiscal and SEL returns

More than 40 years later, The Stock Market Game is still teaching students how to traverse the financial world while boosting self-confidence.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 3, 2018

Song and dance routines can enhance students' SEL skills

Early exposure to the arts may help children learn how to manage difficult emotions rather than react to them.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 3, 2018

Connecting the civil rights movement with current events

Covering a variety of perspectives on the period provides better context with issues that continue to persist. 

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 3, 2018

Hands-on learning breathes life and mastery into curriculum

An education expert says Bloom's Taxonomy, which classifies learning objectives into a set of hierarchies, is the wrong approach.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 3, 2018

Paper maché, hands-on activities can bring STEM to life for young learners

Tying STEM classes to STEAM can encourage students to adopt creative methods when studying these concepts.

By Lauren Barack • Oct. 3, 2018

Report: 96% of public schools have adequate internet for digital learning

More than 44 million students now have high-speed internet in their classrooms, a significant boost from just 4 million students in 2013.

By Jessica Campisi • Oct. 3, 2018

How the past year's events have influenced America's perception of teachers

Teachers are getting more sympathy and support, and some feel they're portrayed as superheroes. What changed?

By Amelia Harper • Oct. 3, 2018

New Hampshire becomes second state approved for ESSA innovative assessment pilot

Teachers will have a voice in designing the assessments, which are better related to what students learn during the year than standardized tests.

By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 3, 2018