4 key factors to support district-wide math achievement

A retired superintendent writes that making math achievement a "non-negotiable" is critical to improving outcomes.

By Amy Hodgson • May 19, 2022

Lessons In Leadership: Dallas superintendent reflects on wins, challenges ahead of second retirement

Michael Hinojosa shared how he's navigated sometimes tense relationships with lawmakers, the importance of succession planning and more.

By Roger Riddell • May 19, 2022

Explore the Trendline➔

Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage from 2025 so far as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

By K-12 Dive staff

Entrepreneurship education won't save the teaching profession — but it's a good place to start

A Florida educator writes that teacher satisfaction is a complex problem that can only be addressed with a multifaceted approach.

By Falia Justima • May 3, 2022

More than half of first-time teachers in Alabama leave within 3 years

A new statewide analysis on teacher shortages leads to calls for more data — and more support systems for new educators.

By Anna Merod • April 29, 2022

This Tennessee district's grow-your-own program is set to eliminate teacher vacancies

Clarksville-Montgomery is the first permanent grow-your-own teacher apprenticeship program approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.

By Anna Merod • April 22, 2022

Being a teacher needs to be the best job in the district

A leader and a staff member of NCEE write that teachers should be rewarded for leading the growth of their colleagues.

By Jason Dougal and Ann Borthwick • April 21, 2022

Harvard dissolves undergrad teacher education program

Low enrollment and bureaucratic obstacles were cited in the decision to pivot to a master's-only program.

By Anna Merod • April 12, 2022

After 5 decades of teaching, 7 lessons my students taught me

A veteran educator writes that pedagogy must adapt to how students learn, discipline must be more compassionate and building relationships is key.

By Stephen Sroka • March 29, 2022

NEA, Airbnb partnership aims to help teachers supplement income

The move, which allows educators to earn stipends and discounts, comes as districts nationwide make efforts to retain teachers and increase pay.

By Kara Arundel • March 28, 2022

Cardona urges state, district momentum on teacher shortages

The education secretary is expected to call for increased teacher pay, more robust prep programs and more in a Monday announcement.

By Naaz Modan • March 28, 2022

Report suggests 'invisible tax' levied against Black male educators

Experts say the additional responsibilities Black male educators report taking on point to a need for professional development for all teachers.

By Naaz Modan • March 25, 2022

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

For a second year, K-12 Dive's Rising Leaders is looking for trailblazing assistant principals and district leaders to spotlight.

By Roger Riddell • March 24, 2022

High expectations, relationships key to improving ELL student experiences

A Rhode Island superintendent told ASCD conference attendees that teachers must think of ELLs as having a learning asset rather than a deficit.

By Anna Merod • March 23, 2022

SXSW EDU 2022: Our recap of Austin's ed innovation extravaganza

We've rounded up all of our coverage from this year's show in one location for your convenience.

March 22, 2022

Day 3 at SXSW EDU 2022: Cardona raises student voice, district leaders discuss population shifts

The Austin ed innovation festival's third day also included principal pipeline equity discussions and a hip-hop icon promoting student mental health.

By Roger Riddell , Anna Merod • March 10, 2022

Day 2 at SXSW EDU 2022: Culture wars, 'future-proofing' classrooms, and disrupting racial inequity

The Austin, Texas, education innovation conference continued Tuesday with conversations on media literacy, workforce pathways and more.

By Roger Riddell , Anna Merod • March 8, 2022

Day 1 at SXSW EDU 2022: Retrieval practice, universal meals and revolutionizing assessment

Couldn't make it to Austin, Texas? Get caught up on conversations around learning pods, classroom models and more.

By Roger Riddell , Anna Merod • March 7, 2022

Counselors for Computing broadens student exposure to STEM

The program trains counselors to encourage girls and other students underrepresented in computing to pursue tech careers or hobbies.

By Kara Arundel • March 2, 2022

Grow-your-own teacher pipeline model gains steam

The approach could help districts overcome barriers to entry like high tuition costs and low teacher pay.

By Anna Merod • March 2, 2022

How (and why) to complete a mid-year check on equity & growth

Discover a straightforward blueprint for completing your own mid-year data check.

By Jaime Harris, Ed.S., NCSP, co-founder of eduCLIMBER • Feb. 22, 2022

Diversifying, expanding the assistant principalship key to repairing leadership pipelines

Despite impacts on culture and outcomes, those in the role continue to face barriers, experts said during a session at AASA's national conference.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 18, 2022

AASA, NSPRA launch program to improve educators' communication skills

As education faces growing division, a newly launched AASA-NSPRA program aims to create more civil, understanding school communities.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 7, 2022

Why high school students need social emotional learning

Social emotional learning supports the skills that high school students need to successfully transition to college.

Feb. 7, 2022

Black teachers more likely to be highly qualified, clock fewer years in classroom

Long-time and Black teachers are known to improve student outcomes, but the pandemic could lead to turnover of both.

By Naaz Modan • Feb. 3, 2022

CEC 2022: What you need to know from the annual special education gathering

From stemming staff shortages and strengthening parent relationships to implementing de-escalation strategies, we've got you covered.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 31, 2022