Just say no: Oklahoma considers rejection of federal ed funding

States can refuse federal funding but there are administrative, financial and legal issues to consider, experts said.

By Kara Arundel • Feb. 6, 2023

USDA proposal would shift school nutrition standards through 2029

Under the plan, schools would have to gradually adjust limits on added sugars and sodium and primarily offer whole-grain foods.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 3, 2023

2 more states approve universal school voucher programs

Iowa and Utah are the most recent to enact universal education savings account programs that expand eligibility to all K-12 students.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 3, 2023

Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From state teacher shortage trends to the College Board’s revised AP African American Studies course, what did you learn from this week’s stories?

By Anna Merod • Feb. 3, 2023

FTC approves order requiring Chegg to tighten data security

The ed tech provider experienced four security breaches since 2017, exposing sensitive data of millions of its customers and employees.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 2, 2023

Florida, College Board trade barbs on AP African American Studies timeline

The College Board contends all of the removed or altered topics Florida listed as concerning had "substantial educational value."

By Naaz Modan • Updated Feb. 9, 2023

63% of educators consider leaving profession

One of the top reasons that would keep educators from quitting is a higher salary, according to a national survey by Horace Mann.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 1, 2023

Will there be a ‘Big Bang’ in education research in 2023?

The head of the Institute of Education Sciences sees two key areas as having potential for major breakthroughs.

By Mark Schneider • Feb. 1, 2023

Greater commitment, collaboration key to addressing digital divide for Black communities

Taking an audit of underserved locations and partnering on subsidies for devices and services are crucial for digital equity, McKinsey & Co. says.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 31, 2023

Teacher shortage shows signs of worsening in several states

Multiple statewide surveys and reports show concerns remain over educator recruitment and retention, such as in Minnesota, Colorado and South Dakota.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 30, 2023

Question of the Month: What are your New Year’s resolutions for your school or district?

From promoting school culture and instilling hope to making progress on academic recovery, four leaders share their goals for 2023.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 30, 2023

FBI foils ransomware network that targeted school districts

The Hive ransomware ring received over $100 million in ransoms since 2021 by attacking school districts, hospitals and critical infrastructure globally.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 27, 2023

Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From new K-12 cybersecurity guidance to an expansive preschool initiative in Hawaii, what did you learn from this week's stories?

By Anna Merod • Jan. 27, 2023

Hawaii outlines plan for 465 more pre-K classrooms by 2032

Large-scale early learning programs can have many benefits but there are instructional and financial considerations, says a McKinsey & Co. report.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 26, 2023

CISA: K-12 cybersecurity change falls on leaders, not just IT staff

A report mandated by the K-12 Cybersecurity Act of 2021 calls for multi-factor authentication, strong training programs and partnerships to raise awareness.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 26, 2023

Texas lawmaker seeks compensation for victims of Uvalde, other shootings

Two bills introduced Tuesday would require payments for school shooting victims and hold law enforcement liable for inaction.

By Naaz Modan • Jan. 25, 2023

New Mexico bill would hold schools accountable for ventilation improvements

The bill would require schools to test their ventilation systems at least every five years, and make recommended changes by a certified technician.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 24, 2023

Florida says rejected AP African American Studies course ‘lacks educational value’

The state’s education department and governor defended the department’s decision to reject the course, which they said violated Florida’s anti-CRT law.

By Naaz Modan • Updated Jan. 25, 2023

Required Florida training tells educators to ‘err on the side of caution’ for library materials

The training also makes clear that teachers violating the restrictions could face a felony charge, which can result in up to 5 years in prison.

By Naaz Modan • Jan. 23, 2023

Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From charter school funding to Supreme Court arguments in a significant case, what did you learn from this week's stories?

By Anna Merod • Jan. 20, 2023

Baron Davis resigns as superintendent of South Carolina’s Richland School District Two

The popular leader’s departure followed a six-hour closed-door school board meeting and comes amid a state report highlighting, among other things, trustees’ behavior.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 19, 2023

SCOTUS hears case that could change IDEA dispute resolution

The case could result in barriers for school districts seeking to resolve IDEA claims, one legal expert said. 

By Naaz Modan , Kara Arundel • Jan. 19, 2023

Survey: More than half of parents considering new schools for their children

The National School Choice Awareness Foundation poll’s findings come as public school enrollment is projected to fall by 4% within a decade.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 18, 2023

Should students have to change clothes for PE class?

Some schools are maintaining relaxed pandemic-era physical education dress codes, while others are sticking with policies requiring PE uniforms.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 17, 2023

California county’s superintendent ousters highlight growing concerns in communities

Contentious decisions to remove superintendents without cause have raised concerns about due process and students’ best interests.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 13, 2023