‘Opportunity’ knocked — and stayed: The debate over private school vouchers

The successes and shortcomings of the D.C. Opportunity Scholarship Program are a microcosm of the broader voucher movement nationwide.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 22, 2023

How better data management can lead to better student outcomes

An Alabama superintendent writes that lack of access to current, digestible data can hinder strategic planning and curriculum creation.

By Melvin Brown • Nov. 22, 2023

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Equity in Education

From early learning to high school, the pandemic impacted equity at all levels of K-12, from persistent and widening achievement gaps to uneven access to school meals.

By K-12 Dive staff

Eating bugs and sleeping on the roof: How some schools are reinventing fundraisers

Three schools recently took nontraditional approaches to fundraising. The results yielded more than just money.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 22, 2023

‘Opportunity’ knocked — and stayed: Successes and flaws of DC’s private school voucher program

While some credit the D.C. Opportunity Scholarship Program as a "lifeline" for thousands of low-income students, others are pushing for its demise.

By Kara Arundel , Shaun Lucas , Julia Himmel • Nov. 21, 2023

Poverty fueled pandemic impact on schools’ chronic absenteeism

For schools serving low-income students, extreme chronic absenteeism almost tripled. But the high levels are reversible, said one attendance expert.

By Naaz Modan • Nov. 21, 2023

‘Opportunity’ knocked — and stayed: Two decades of private school vouchers in the nation’s capital

As private school choice programs increase across the U.S., the D.C. Opportunity Scholarship Program gets credit, and blame, for leading the way.

By Kara Arundel , Shaun Lucas , Julia Himmel • Nov. 20, 2023

Ed Dept calls on more states to develop innovative assessments

In a letter to state education leaders, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona says assessments can "maximize the quality of and returns on instructional time."

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 20, 2023

OCR data collection finds ‘stark inequalities’ in pre-K-12 education

Cautious analysis of the 2020-21 data is needed, given that 88% of schools had hybrid instruction, Education Department officials said.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 16, 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

Over 80% of public schools offered summer programs in 2023

A majority of the public schools offering academic summer programs enrolled most students who needed or wanted to attend, according to NCES.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 14, 2023

Senators propose study on effects of cell phone use in schools

The bipartisan bill includes a pilot program for schools to store student phones in secure storage containers during the school day.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 14, 2023

3 ‘what-if’ K-12 school key incidents and 3 key control remedies

Learn how K-12 schools can avoid incidents of lost keys among staff members along with the expenses of refitting locks and keys.

By Tim Purpura, Global Vice President Sales and Marketing at Morse Watchmans Inc • Nov. 13, 2023

3 common misconceptions about SEL — and how educators can address them

Learn how educators can work with families to understand their resistance and work together to foster acceptance.

Nov. 13, 2023

Out-of-school suspensions cost California students 500,000 instruction days

African American youth in the foster system lost an average 121 days in the 2021-22 school year, compared to 10 days for all students.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 9, 2023

The future is now: Harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence in the classroom

A New York superintendent writes that AI, if used correctly, has the potential to provide more personalized, engaging learning for students.

By Jared Bloom • Nov. 8, 2023

Common App expands direct admissions, including partnering with Connecticut

The online portal has started two programs, one with Connecticut institutions and a second with 70 other U.S. colleges.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 6, 2023

Use home visits to strengthen connections for newcomer students

Visits should be prearranged and voluntary for families and educators, with educators ready to listen and learn, experts say.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 6, 2023

How to support school communities in the wake of a mass tragedy

A principal and family liaison at Florida's Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shared their model for community recovery after the 2018 mass shooting.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 6, 2023

Virginia Gov. Youngkin calls for parent notification of school drug overdoses

One school district in the state has had 10 suspected student opioid overdoses this school year, according to its superintendent.

By Kara Arundel • Nov. 3, 2023

White House, Ed Dept call on schools to protect youth from fentanyl dangers

Prevention education and the availability of naloxone are recommended practices to combat the increase in youth opioid deaths.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 31, 2023

Charter schools continue market share gains

Growth is greater in pro-school choice states, but it's also evident in less charter-friendly states, according to a Moody's report.

By Naaz Modan • Oct. 30, 2023

NAEP results underscore imperative to support, inspire math citizenship

Three key elements can increase student motivation, engagement and persistence in math, writes the education director at the Gates Foundation.

By Bob Hughes • Oct. 25, 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

How an Illinois district prepares for school safety crisis response

Schools need community partners and plans for clear communications when emergencies occur, advise officials from West Aurora School District 129.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 20, 2023

How to fight chronic absenteeism? Target students, parents and teachers.

District-level strategies based on communication, empathy and relationships can help motivate the different populations to support attendance.

By Kara Arundel • Oct. 18, 2023