New Jersey boots basic skills exam requirement for teacher candidates

Advocates of removing certification testing barriers say this will help ease pathways into the teaching profession.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 29, 2023

Can unconventional teaching roles douse teacher burnout?

Common solutions like better pay may help repair the teacher pipeline but don’t address feelings of demoralization, according to a CRPE report.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 28, 2023

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English Learners

As students reacclimate to full-time, in-person learning, addressing the disproportionate impacts of COVID-19 on English learners remains a particular focus.

By K-12 Dive staff

How has substitute teacher staffing changed since the pandemic?

Teacher shortage solutions and pandemic adjustments to substitute pay and entry requirements have had impacts on the sub pool.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 17, 2023

5 ways supportive school culture can counter lagging STEM achievement and inequity

The National Math and Science Initiative’s Nichole Austion shares how schools can make strides to improve STEM diversity and success.

By Nichole Austion • Nov. 15, 2023

This rural Alabama district hit the fast lane on 1:1 devices years before the pandemic

Over her 16 years leading Talladega County Schools, Suzanne Lacey has prioritized innovation and partnership with local industries like NASCAR.

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 23, 2023

5 steps to strengthening a career readiness culture

Embracing a culture of career readiness is evolving across the education sector at a record pace.

By Pathway2Careers (P2C) • Oct. 23, 2023

Students of color, Indigenous students weigh in on teaching profession

Students want to build impactful relationships to support future generations, but low teacher pay is a deterrent, according to a Teach Plus-CBED report.

By Anna Merod • Oct. 18, 2023

3 ways educators and caregivers can team up to support students with ADHD

Navigating the educational landscape can be a complex journey for children and adolescents with ADHD.

Oct. 16, 2023

The top K-12 conferences to attend in 2024

Administrators have plenty of opportunities for sharing best practices and learning about issues impacting their schools at conferences and events.

By Roger Riddell • Updated June 28, 2024

Restorative discipline practices in Chicago reduce student arrests

The University of Chicago’s study found positive effects of the program leading to a 35% decline for in-school student arrests.

By Anna Merod • Oct. 5, 2023

3 ways educators can identify and support students with dyslexia

Individuals with dyslexia often need extra interventions to achieve proficient reading and writing skills. Here are three ways educators can ensure they are providing the scaffolding students with dyslexia need to succeed.

Sept. 25, 2023

Rising Leaders: 10 standout assistant principals and district leaders you should know in 2023-24

These exceptional administrators make the grade on student engagement, social-emotional support, career education and more.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 24, 2023

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

From school construction concerns to a Senate committee’s FY24 education spending proposal, what did you learn from our stories the week of July 31?

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 4, 2023

Education, Labor departments issue guidance for registered teacher apprenticeships

The new framework and federal investments come as the “earn while they learn” model continues to gain steam in education.

By Anna Merod • Aug. 1, 2023

How to encourage careers in construction at your school

Construction careers are rewarding and pay well, but don’t get as much attention in schools as other professions.

By Jonathan Arnholz, NCCER Digital Communications Manager • July 31, 2023

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

From new federal registered apprenticeship programs to superintendent stressors, what did you learn from our stories the week of July 10?

By Roger Riddell • July 14, 2023

How NAEP scores are adding urgency to Los Angeles’ math, reading push

As a member of the assessment’s governing board, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho is all too familiar with the gravity of pandemic learning loss.

By Roger Riddell • July 13, 2023

Here’s what schools should know about the growing CROWN Act

Now in 23 states, the movement aims to prohibit school grooming or dress policies that discriminate based on hair texture and type.

By Anna Merod • June 30, 2023

3 reasons to offer construction courses at your high school

Construction education is in demand and offers great value to high schools and their students.

By Jonathan Arnholz, NCCER Digital Communications Manager • June 26, 2023

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

The 5 steps of a collective efficacy cycle

Corwin advocates for teachers to work smarter, not harder, by planning for success.

By Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and Toni Faddis • May 22, 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

“M” is for mental health: Taking care of yourself while caring for others

Mental Health Awareness Month provides an opportunity for educators to prioritize their own mental wellbeing while also advocating for the mental health needs of the students and families they serve. 

May 12, 2023

Here’s what’s needed to support accelerated learning

The approach aims to address learning loss by scaffolding students with needed information in small chunks, as opposed to broader remediation.

By Lauren Barack • April 12, 2023

5 best practices for school district succession planning

While it’s typically discussed in regard to the superintendency, one leader says districts should consider succession for all levels of staffing.

By Elena Ferrarin • April 10, 2023