Here’s how small districts can be cyber-ready on a budget

Three K-12 tech leaders detailed a five-point model and a variety of free and shared resources at CoSN’s annual conference.

By Roger Riddell • April 17, 2026

How an Ohio district built data privacy into culture

When it comes to protecting data, “don’t do anything behind closed doors,” an official from Ohio’s Westlake City Schools told CoSN attendees.

By Roger Riddell • April 17, 2026

Explore the Trendline➔

Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

By K-12 Dive staff

These 4 tips are key for navigating new tech in schools

From approaching change as a grieving process to building in time for training, two district technology pros share strategies at CoSN’s annual conference.

By Roger Riddell • April 15, 2026

Inside Trump’s 3.5% budget boost for special education

The FY27 budget proposal, however, would make changes that have advocates concerned about accountability and federal supports.

By Kara Arundel • April 15, 2026

Layoffs, hiring freezes pick up in districts amid declining enrollment

From Boston to San Francisco, districts are planning for sweeping staff reductions as superintendents face tightening budgets.

By Anna Merod • April 14, 2026

Week In Review: Districts debate 4-day school weeks and explore ‘vibe coding’

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from the rescinding of Title IX settlements to the impact that pre-K has on enrollment in higher grades.

By Roger Riddell • April 13, 2026

Accreditation meets a changing education landscape

Access to accreditation is broadening.

By Susie Eisa, Vice President of Policy & Accreditation, Cognia • April 13, 2026

Districts, states grapple with 4-day school week

Education leaders are weighing pros and cons as they balance calendar demands for teacher training, instructional requirements and community needs.

By Kara Arundel • April 9, 2026

We want to hear about your school district’s rising leaders

Tell us about the standout assistant principals and district administrators who are fueling achievement, positive culture and innovation in your schools.

By Roger Riddell • April 8, 2026

Week In Review: A $17.25M student data privacy settlement and the end of ESSER

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from AI’s use in reviewing books and curricula to diminishing returns for career and technical education.

By Roger Riddell • April 6, 2026

Professional development is linked to higher scores, but what works best?

Coaching and collaboration were among aspects found to be particularly useful in a review of meta-analyses by the U.S. Government Accountability Office.

By Naaz Modan • April 1, 2026

3 state education chiefs share how they’re leading innovation efforts

Leaders from Connecticut, Wisconsin and Alabama explain how partnering with stakeholders and staying the course through reforms can bring improvements.

By Kara Arundel • March 30, 2026

ESSER pandemic spending is over. What will its legacy be?

Education finance experts say the effectiveness of relief funds is hard to measure — but schools would be worse off without the money.

By Kara Arundel • March 30, 2026

The average length of current superintendents’ tenure? 5.4 years

A growing percentage of district leaders also report declining economic conditions in their districts in a new AASA salary and benefits study.

By Roger Riddell • March 27, 2026

Week In Review: Outcomes-based ed tech contracts and K-12 policies in court

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from governors prioritizing special education to federal support for the science of reading.

By Roger Riddell • March 23, 2026

How the new NYC schools chief plans to improve rigor and equity

Building a solid foundation for interventions and changing perceptions around math and reading success are among challenges Kamar Samuels faces.

By Roger Riddell • March 19, 2026

Why access to STEM must include students who learn and think differently

Designing STEM programs with neurodivergent learners in mind strengthens outcomes for all students.

By Kara Ball • March 19, 2026

Governors promote special education initiatives in annual addresses

Amid funding challenges, some state leaders draw attention to budgets and programs that support students with disabilities.

By Kara Arundel • March 17, 2026

Week In Review: How states’ K-12 funding proportions have changed

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from SXSW EDU to superintendents navigating ICE activities.

By Roger Riddell • March 16, 2026

Where can educators find optimism in a beleaguered K-12 system?

During a SXSW EDU session, two nonprofit leaders share what's keeping them hopeful even as the education sector faces challenges.

By Kara Arundel • March 13, 2026

What to know about ICE’s impact on schools

As schools contend with the effects of increased operations in their communities, we've gathered recent coverage to help you get up to speed.

By Naaz Modan • March 12, 2026

4 ways to build alignment in K-12 decision-making

"If you're not building relationships, you're losing relationships," said one state education leader during a panel discussion at SXSW EDU.

By Kara Arundel • March 12, 2026

Superintendents have a message for ICE

Educators are mobilizing for the safety and funding of their districts, which they say are at risk, as lawmakers call for ICE reforms including at schools.

By Naaz Modan • March 9, 2026

Week In Review: McMahon marks first year in office

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from proposed ed tech limits to interagency agreements.

By Roger Riddell • March 9, 2026

Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news

From a U.S. Supreme Court decision to school closures in one of the nation’s largest districts, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Naaz Modan • March 6, 2026