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    NAESP '26

    How to use attendance incentives to combat chronic absenteeism

    A positive behavioral interventions and supports model boosted attendance for one Rhode Island school significantly, an assistant principal says.

    By • July 15, 2026
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    Maine’s road to rapid AI adoption in schools

    From panicked emails to a six-step process for integrating artificial intelligence into schools, two Maine education leaders reflect on the state's journey.

    By • July 14, 2026
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    Teacher and Staff Challenges

    Federal policy changes are further complicating K-12 workforce challenges exacerbated by the pandemic, adding to debate over what’s needed to keep teachers and staff in the profession or bring them back.

    By K-12 Dive staff
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    Week In Review: Chronic absenteeism continues to vex school systems

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from students with disabilities in general classrooms to state AI laws.

    By • July 13, 2026
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    STUDY HALL

    Here’s what you need to know about key topics shaping K-12

    We’ve gathered past installments of our explainer series in one place to help you stay on top of the must-know information on key topics.

    By • July 8, 2026
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    Week In Review: A landmark Supreme Court ruling and a major testing company acquisition

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from “misconceptions” at the Education Department to Texas’ curriculum change.

    By • July 6, 2026
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    Week In Review: New Ed Dept interagency agreements and a district’s library overhaul

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from a rejected Supreme Court case to teacher workforce updates.

    By • June 22, 2026
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    What one summer STEM program is doing to expand high schoolers’ horizons

    Summer Science Program International engages diverse cohorts of juniors in a variety of disciplines on 13 college campuses across North America.

    By Ed Finkel • June 17, 2026
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    How a Maryland district renovated 48 school libraries in 1 year

    Prince George’s County Public Schools worked with partners that provided new furniture, lighting, books and tech devices.

    By • June 15, 2026
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    Treasury previews guidance for first federal school choice program

    As the formal rulemaking process moves forward, the scholarship tax credit program that launches in 2027 continues to draw both opposition and support.

    By • June 12, 2026
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    DC Public Schools leads nation in academic recovery. Here’s why.

    A focus on strategic planning and programming drove impressive gains in the nation’s capital, writes outgoing chancellor Lewis Ferebee.

    By Lewis Ferebee • June 10, 2026
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    Week In Review: Private school trends and the state of attendance

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from the FCC’s E-rate review to another Education Department lawsuit.

    By • June 8, 2026
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    Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news

    From a Federal Communications Commission announcement to a Philadelphia Phillies high school program, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • June 5, 2026
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    BY THE NUMBERS

    NCES reports show enrollment rebound among youngest students

    The recent back-to-back releases of the Condition of Education reports for 2025 and 2026 also find near-universal home internet access for students.

    By • June 5, 2026
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    How the scientific method is an inroad to entrepreneurship

    The science of business involves a similar problem-solving cycle to the one taught in courses like biology and chemistry, says VentureLab’s founder.

    By Ed Finkel • June 3, 2026
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    A snapshot of private school trends in 4 charts

    Enrollment is stable at independent schools as public and private schools face a shrinking student population and increased competition to fill seats. 

    By • June 3, 2026
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    Week In Review: Federal policies and classroom tech face pushback

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from special education data collections to Pittsburgh’s school closures.

    By • June 1, 2026
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    POP QUIZ

    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 • May 29, 2026
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    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 • May 28, 2026
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    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
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    STUDY HALL

    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 • May 26, 2026
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    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 • May 26, 2026
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    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 • May 21, 2026
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    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 • May 20, 2026
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    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 • May 19, 2026
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    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 • May 19, 2026