Education is no longer a ‘professional degree.’ What will the ripple effects be?

Education advocates are worried about the negative impact a new federal student loan cap will have on staffing for many roles in schools.

By Anna Merod • May 29, 2026

Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news

From unspent federal funds to an American Federation of Teachers proposal, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • May 29, 2026

Explore the Trendline➔

Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

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

By K-12 Dive staff

Pittsburgh Public Schools OKs plan to close 12 schools

The district's Future Ready Plan includes opening two new schools and enhancing access to academics, arts, athletics and more.

By Kara Arundel • May 28, 2026

Don’t call it a ‘miracle’: Mississippi academic gains were fueled by decades of groundwork

The state’s marked improvement required more of a marathon than a sprint and can’t be chalked up to a single approach, researchers say.

By Ed Finkel • May 27, 2026

What you need to know about charter schools

Charter school growth may be slowing but because of its flexibility and autonomy, it remains a popular school model.

By Kara Arundel • May 26, 2026

Week In Review: The latest large district to weigh school closures

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from the U.S. Department of Education’s funding priorities to a warning on harmful screen use.

By Roger Riddell • May 26, 2026

12.6M kids lack access to summer programming

Cost, transportation and availability are barriers to these programs despite strong interest from families, an Afterschool Alliance report finds.

By Kara Arundel • May 21, 2026

How Maryland School for the Blind helps public schools close gaps

The Baltimore-based school’s programs and services stretch beyond its residential and day programs to reach students statewide.

By Roger Riddell • May 20, 2026

Miami-Dade County considers 9 school closures, consolidations

The Florida district saw a 4% decrease in enrollment between the 2024-25 and 2025-26 school years — driven largely by a decline in newcomer students.

By Anna Merod • May 19, 2026

The more hours in school, the higher the achievement, study finds

Although a four-day school week remains attractive for many districts, University of Oregon researchers warn against reducing school time.

By Naaz Modan • May 19, 2026

Week In Review: IDEA gets additional funds

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from the latest on Instructure’s data breach to changes at the U.S. Department of Education.

By Roger Riddell • May 18, 2026

Heading into the workforce, the youngest Gen Zers seem cautiously optimistic

Generation Z’s confidence at work has long wavered amid numerous societal shifts, previous research has shown.

By Caroline Colvin • May 15, 2026

FAFSA completion rate for class of 2026 highest on record

After the rocky rollout of a new form a little over two years ago, the simplified version is bearing fruit, according to the National College Attainment Network.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 15, 2026

Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news

From funding announcements to cyberattacks, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • May 15, 2026

Microschools introduce career skills to early grades through nonprofit partnership

An Indiana microschool network is rolling out curricula focused on problem solving and critical thinking.

By Ed Finkel • May 13, 2026

Week In Review: Cyberattacks and federal allegations

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from cellphone bans to proposed restrictions on artificial intelligence companions.

By Roger Riddell • May 11, 2026

Some states reconsider private school voucher investments

The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities says states should focus on financially supporting public K-12 systems.

By Kara Arundel • May 8, 2026

School cellphone bans improve discipline over time, but academic impacts are limited, study says

A National Bureau of Economic Research paper finds such restrictions had little impact on attendance, attention and perceived online bullying.

By Kara Arundel • May 6, 2026

Schools spend $4B on physical safety measures. Here’s what research says they should do instead.

The best way to keep students safe is through trusting relationships and positive school climates, says the Learning Policy Institute.

By Kara Arundel • May 5, 2026

Week In Review: Inside the ‘science of math’ and teacher salaries

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from STEM teacher shortages to ed tech pushback.

By Roger Riddell • May 4, 2026

Cedar Rapids Community School District to close or consolidate 7 schools

The district estimated earlier this year it could save up to $1.5 million annually per closed school building.

By Anna Merod • April 30, 2026

Human-centered approach is key in classroom AI implementation

Educators must stay aware of what tech can’t replace, and what it can “erode or strengthen” based on use, an expert on equity-driven innovation says.

By Ed Finkel • April 29, 2026

Week In Review: Web accessibility rules and federal school choice

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from limits on tech in schools to the latest on book challenges.

By Roger Riddell • April 27, 2026

How school coaches are prioritizing mental health for student athletes

To get the best out of students, "we have to learn to love them holistically," says one Virginia wrestling coach who has taken mental health awareness training.

By Kara Arundel • April 24, 2026

Week in Review: Education Department defines AI grant priorities

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from how special education fared in Trump’s budget proposal to more Bibles in the classroom.

By Naaz Modan • April 20, 2026