Policy & Legal
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CEC 2025
How Washington state is reducing restraint and seclusion in schools
The state is focusing on behavioral supports and addressing disparities within these practices, speakers at the Council for Exceptional Children convention said.
By Kara Arundel • March 18, 2025 -
Democrats demand details on Education Department layoffs
The cuts could hinder the agency’s ability to uphold its duties under key federal laws, according to the letter from three congressional leaders.
By Roger Riddell • March 17, 2025 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Michael Loccisano via Getty ImagesTrendlineEquity in Education
From early learning to high school, the pandemic impacted equity at all levels of K-12, from persistent and widening achievement gaps to uneven access to school meals.
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School choice, waning voter support weigh on public schools post-COVID
A new Moody’s report highlights a surge in private school choice programs alongside a drop in approval for school tax measures in several states.
By Roger Riddell • March 17, 2025 -
AASA '25
How challenges, experiences shape superintendents of color
Identity, allies and community engagement all play key roles in success and longevity for these education leaders.
By Roger Riddell • March 14, 2025 -
POP QUIZ
Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From massive layoffs at the Education Department to new data on schools experiencing cyber incidents, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Anna Merod • March 14, 2025 -
HVAC improvements shown to improve student outcomes
Metrics on absenteeism, suspension rates and math scores grew more positive as upgrades or replacements were made, a study finds.
By Robert Freedman • March 14, 2025 -
Trump administration silent on Muslim students’ civil rights
While this Education Department has taken strong action on antisemitism, its directives to date have not mentioned Islamophobia.
By Naaz Modan • March 13, 2025 -
California wildfires disproportionately hurt the most vulnerable students
A new report from EdTrust and UndauntedK12 details how devastating climate events can exacerbate gaps in students' academic performance.
By Anna Merod • March 13, 2025 -
Teacher training grants temporarily reinstated in 8 states
Attorneys general from the affected states are suing the Education Department for cutting millions in funding for teacher pipeline programs.
By Anna Merod • March 13, 2025 -
Half of OCR eliminated after Trump Education Department layoffs
The shuttering of seven civil rights enforcement offices means thousands of cases impacting schools in half the nation are up in the air.
By Naaz Modan • March 12, 2025 -
Q&A // AASA '25
AASA chief: Assessments need to reflect the world students live in now
David Schuler shares his perspective on testing, misinformation and other challenges vexing school superintendents.
By Roger Riddell • March 12, 2025 -
After breach of school staff financial data, ransomware gang takes credit
Carruth Compliance Consulting was targeted in a December 2024 data breach, which impacted over 110,000 school employees, according to Comparitech.
By Anna Merod • March 12, 2025 -
Education Department announces massive layoffs, slashing nearly half its workforce
The agency’s employee count will plummet from 4,133 when President Donald Trump was inaugurated to about 2,183.
By Naaz Modan • Updated March 11, 2025 -
Republican lawmakers tout proposal for national private school choice
Supporters say students need options beyond "failing schools," but opponents say improving public schools should be the priority.
By Kara Arundel • March 11, 2025 -
Opinion
Expand access to education to help South Carolina children learn
Jeb Bush writes that thousands of students "could finally afford the education of their dreams" with the state's proposed Education Scholarship Trust Fund.
By Jeb Bush • March 10, 2025 -
Trump’s Education Department changes could lead to systemic ‘chaos’
Cuts to contracts, staff and civil rights probes might backfire, leading to less oversight and more mismanagement, education experts warn.
By Naaz Modan • March 10, 2025 -
82% of K-12 schools recently experienced a cyber incident
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting school networks through phishing and social engineering, a cybersecurity nonprofit reported.
By Anna Merod • March 10, 2025 -
AASA '25
Misinformation is flooding school communities. Here are 3 strategies to combat it.
Consistency, simplicity and thorough planning are essential to help stakeholders cut through the noise, panelists at AASA’s annual conference said.
By Roger Riddell • March 7, 2025 -
Democratic AGs sue over cancellation of teacher grants
The eight-state lawsuit says the Education Department’s elimination of $600 million in grants will contribute to the teacher shortage and harm students.
By Kara Arundel • March 7, 2025 -
POP QUIZ
Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From a lawsuit against the Education Department to an analysis of the types of books being banned, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Anna Merod • March 7, 2025 -
OCR opens probe of D.C.’s special education services
The investigation will look into how the city is meeting the needs of students with disabilities, according to a Wednesday announcement.
By Kara Arundel • March 6, 2025 -
‘Stay of execution’: Where’s Trump’s order to shut down Education Department?
While an executive order didn't come down as expected Thursday, the education community is bracing for more cuts to key department resources.
By Naaz Modan • March 6, 2025 -
State proposals threaten free public education for students lacking immigration status
A bill in New Jersey takes direct aim at a 1982 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that says states can't deny school access based on a student’s immigration status.
By Kara Arundel • March 6, 2025 -
LGBTQ+ youth face higher rates of mental health challenges in South, Midwest
A regional breakdown shows LGBTQ+ youth are more likely to struggle with mental health care access, discrimination and other challenges in these areas.
By Naaz Modan • March 5, 2025 -
NEA, ACLU challenge Education Department’s DEI letter
Despite the department's attempt to clarify the original directive, education and civil rights organizations are pushing forward with their lawsuits.
By Naaz Modan • March 5, 2025