Staffed Up: 4 ways to tackle retention, recruitment challenges in early childhood education

Universal preschool and overall enrollment are gaining steam, but staffing issues persist. 

By Anna Merod • May 31, 2023

Pandemic led to drop in early intervention participation

NIEER research also found young children of color who have disabilities, as well as those in lower-income states, were less likely to receive services.

By Kara Arundel • May 24, 2023

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The K-12 Dive Outlook on 2023

To help keep you up to speed, K-12 Dive has gathered our 2023 outlook coverage as a one-stop resource on the trends and leaders to watch in the months ahead.

By K-12 Dive staff

More young children are back in preschool

A NIEER study shows enrollment rose in 2021-22 compared to the year before, but still lags behind pre-pandemic numbers.

By Kara Arundel • May 18, 2023

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

From new data on the cost of housing for educators to school construction challenges, what did you learn from our stories the week of May 8?

By Roger Riddell • May 12, 2023

Council for Professional Recognition places equity at forefront in early educator guidance update

The nonprofit that administers the Child Development Associate credential aims for “a curriculum to help build a model world based on tolerance and inclusion.”

By Kara Arundel • March 20, 2023

HHS creates research, technical assistance center for early ed workforce

These professionals are among the country’s lowest-paid employees despite their specific skill set, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said.

By Kara Arundel • Feb. 6, 2023

Unmet child care needs put $122B strain on the economy, report finds

The teacher workforce is particularly impacted by the lack of affordable and quality child care.

By Kara Arundel • Feb. 2, 2023

Manning up for men: Recruitment and retention in the early childhood field

Having diverse role models of both genders is vital for children in early education. How can we enlist more men in ECE—and ensure they stay?

Jan. 30, 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

Panel: Trauma of preschool suspensions, expulsions is long-lasting

Teacher, family and student supports are needed to end exclusionary discipline of young children, speakers said in a Hunt Institute webinar.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 10, 2023

8 K-12 trends to watch in 2023

Academic recovery, family engagement, cyberthreats and school security concerns are among challenges coming at school leaders from all sides.

By Roger Riddell , Naaz Modan , Kara Arundel , Anna Merod • Jan. 4, 2023

6 strategies to help children and families ease into kindergarten

Kindergarten transitions are especially important for families whose children didn’t attend preschool or are hesitant about enrolling, one expert said.

By Elena Ferrarin • Dec. 20, 2022

‘Tripledemic’ upends school operations, requires adjustments

Administrators share strategies on how they are working to minimize sickness and missed class time.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 19, 2022

Trust for Learning early ed grants aim to increase workforce inclusion and anti-bias approaches

The philanthropy’s SEED Fund awarded $420,000 to nine grantees to improve training programs by expanding access, incorporating anti-racism and more.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 7, 2022

The biggest K-12 stories of 2022 — so far

These topics resonated the most with school and district leaders in the first 11 months of 2022.

By K-12 Dive Staff • Dec. 5, 2022

Pandemic pushed Head Start enrollment down by 33%

NIEER report recommends an additional $10 billion for Head Start to increase participation and improve quality of services.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 1, 2022

Lessons In Leadership: What’s it like leading a district accountable to federal, state and tribal law?

With a deep understanding of challenges facing tribal families, Quincy Natay has raised standards and achievement in Chinle Unified School District.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 30, 2022

NAEYC ’22: Pre-K mental health services lower odds of disability diagnosis for children with trauma

Adverse childhood experiences in preschoolers increased the likelihood of a disability diagnosis by 25%, a study by Youth Research Inc. found.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 29, 2022

The K-12 Dive Awards for 2022

These leaders are shaping the nation’s schools with commitments to high expectations, strong relationships and robust career exploration models.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 21, 2022

NAEYC ‘22: Respond to challenging behaviors in young children by changing teacher perspectives

Shifting views of unwanted behaviors from blaming the child to understanding their actions is key, a South Carolina program director told attendees.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 18, 2022

NAEYC ‘22: Wellness tools piloted to reduce stress, increase retention for early educators

Increasing self-confidence, optimism and autonomy can benefit teachers and their young students, speakers said.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 17, 2022

New Mexico voters overwhelmingly OK universal pre-K

In creating a permanent revenue source for the program, the state is set to become the first in the nation to make pre-K for all a constitutional right.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 11, 2022

Youngest students show achievement declines post-pandemic

NWEA MAP Growth assessment in 2021-22 shows lower performance compared to 2018-19 results.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 9, 2022

45% of early childhood educators report high burnout, stress

In a national survey, respondents considering leaving the profession cited staffing shortages and mental health challenges among top stressors.

By Naaz Modan • Oct. 10, 2022