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POP QUIZTest yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” to notable achievement gains in young students, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Roger Riddell • July 11, 2025 -
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Michigan district agrees to reform seclusion and restraint policies
A Justice Department probe found the Montcalm Area Intermediate School District violated the Americans with Disabilities Act in how it punished students.
By Kara Arundel • July 11, 2025 -
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TrendlineTop 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.
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4-day school week yields mixed results in Oregon study
Researchers found no evidence of large positive effects, but did see higher math scores and graduation rates for high schoolers in rural schools.
By Kara Arundel • July 10, 2025 -
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California high school reimagines classrooms as ‘learning studios’
Compton High School is using technology-driven communal class spaces in an effort to modernize and create a more collaborative environment.
By Briana Mendez-Padilla • July 9, 2025 -
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3 things to know about school choice in the ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’
Who pays, who qualifies and what's next? We answer your questions about the first federally funded private school choice program available nationwide.
By Kara Arundel • July 8, 2025 -
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Can this team-based staffing model reduce teacher turnover?
Teachers participating in the Next Education Workforce model were less likely to quit compared to those in traditional classrooms, researchers found.
By Anna Merod • June 26, 2025 -
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Senate passes ‘Big, Beautiful Bill,’ putting US closer to offering national private school choice
Critics say funding public school systems, which educate most of the nation's students, should be Congress’ priority.
By Kara Arundel • Updated July 1, 2025 -
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Rural LGBTQ+ youth less likely to say schools are supportive
These students were more likely to find supportive communities online and used them at higher rates than their urban and suburban peers, a report said.
By Naaz Modan • June 24, 2025 -
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DC high school’s book project opens students’ eyes to writing process
Phelps ACE High School 10th graders spent the school year writing personal poems and learning about publishing — and themselves — along the way.
By Kara Arundel • June 24, 2025 -
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Phone bans proliferate as digital media’s harm to students grows clearer
Though many studies link screentime to emotional and behavioral problems, one group of researchers urges that correlation may not mean causation.
By Naaz Modan • June 23, 2025 -
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3 parent engagement missteps — and what schools can do instead
Educators should have frequent, ongoing communication with families and share complete pictures of student academic progress, NWEA research says.
By Kara Arundel • June 20, 2025 -
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1 in 3 Americans recommend trade school for high school graduates
“The time has come to radically rethink how we’re preparing America’s future workforce,” the American Staffing Association’s CEO said.
By Carolyn Crist • June 13, 2025 -
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Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From California’s lawsuit against the Justice Department to new research on children’s well-being, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Anna Merod • June 13, 2025 -
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Elementary school bocce team wins more than medals in Special Olympics competition
Students with and without disabilities from Washington, D.C.’s Barnard Elementary School gained skills in acceptance, inclusion and teamwork.
By Kara Arundel • June 9, 2025 -
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More teens lean toward alternative postsecondary options
School counselors recognize stigma remains for these options but say it’s important that students understand available nondegree pathways.
By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Updated June 5, 2025 -
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DOJ warns California districts of ‘legal liability’ in transgender athletic policies
The agency sent a letter to districts after a transgender athlete won gold in a state high school track and field competition over the weekend.
By Naaz Modan • June 4, 2025 -
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Education Department investigates Virginia school’s admissions policy for discrimination
The federal review began after the state found "reasonable cause" that Fairfax County Public Schools violated the Virginia Human Rights Act and Title VI.
By Kara Arundel • May 27, 2025 -
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As attention spans shrink, 4 ways educators can keep students engaged
Incorporating active learning techniques like check-in questions and breaks can help ground students amid distractions.
By Briana Mendez-Padilla • May 21, 2025 -
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How can school leaders smooth student transitions to middle, high school?
Consistent and constant information about what to expect is key to easing students’ uncertainty as they take their next academic step, experts say.
By Briana Mendez-Padilla • May 21, 2025 -
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California agrees to include religious schools as special education placements
Plaintiffs say the settlement is a "win for religious liberty," but public school advocates are concerned about the use of tax dollars for religious education.
By Kara Arundel • May 20, 2025 -
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Specialized charter schools need to ensure inclusive practices, report says
While these schools can tailor instruction for specific disabilities, they must also provide inclusive opportunities, the Center for Learner Equity says.
By Kara Arundel • May 20, 2025 -
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3 takeaways from House debate on charter schools
Lawmakers discussed what makes a high-quality charter and the role federal legislation can play during a Wednesday subcommittee hearing.
By Kara Arundel • May 15, 2025 -
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No quick fix: How can schools make real change to overcome student underachievement?
A 22-year-old program at the University of Virginia helps school districts find ways to improve student learning based on local circumstances.
By Kara Arundel • May 12, 2025 -
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What’s needed to strengthen career and college pathway commitments?
Leaders from education, business, government and politics say career exposure in K-12 and higher ed is needed to meet workplace demands.
By Kara Arundel • May 12, 2025 -
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CTE grants for Native American and Hawaiian students retracted by Education Department
The department said the nearly $21.6 million grant competitions do not "align with the objectives established by the Trump Administration.”
By Naaz Modan • May 8, 2025
