Week In Review: Strategic staffing models and DC’s math gains

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from Title IX resolutions to the impact of E-rate expansion cuts.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 17, 2026

Since E-rate expansion cuts, schools make difficult choices on hotspots

After the FCC pulled back coverage for school bus Wi-Fi and hotspots, K-12 leaders are scrambling to connect students without home internet.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 13, 2026

Explore the Trendline➔

STEM

From AI to quantum physics, STEM learning opportunities in K-12 are expanding to keep pace with related fields.

By K-12 Dive staff

3 ways to highlight career paths to K-8 students

Career talks for K-8 work best when they start with strengths not job titles. A practical look at helping students explore paths early and with purpose.

By Tina Leslie, Career and Technical Education Coordinator • Feb. 9, 2026

Week In Review: ICE on school grounds and FY26 education funding

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from new data on ransomware to tech accessibility rules.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 9, 2026

Schools race to meet web accessibility deadlines

A survey indicates many districts won't be ready to comply with the Title II rule’s requirements for websites, mobile apps and digital textbooks.

By Kara Arundel • Feb. 6, 2026

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

From the Education Department’s FY 2026 budget to ransomware attacks on schools and colleges, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Naaz Modan • Feb. 6, 2026

Ransomware attacks against education sector slow worldwide

The U.S. saw the highest number of education-related ransomware attacks in 2025 at 130, despite a 9% decline year over year.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 5, 2026

Uncertainty is the new normal in education. Here’s how leaders can protect classrooms.

Children’s education must not fall victim to the ebb and flow of politics, writes Dan Domenech, former AASA executive director.

By Dan Domenech • Feb. 3, 2026

Week in Review: Teachers’ child care stresses and special ed solutions

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from student protests over violent immigration enforcement actions to a proposed IDEA disability category.

By Kara Arundel • Feb. 2, 2026

The K-12 outlook for 2026: How new federal priorities and funding challenges will stretch schools

We’ve gathered our trends to watch over the coming year in one place to help you stay on top of the fast-evolving landscape.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 30, 2026

GAO: Barriers keep schools from fully embracing assistive technology

The federal government watchdog outlined how some districts use these tools to fit the individualized needs of students with disabilities.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 30, 2026

3 trends that will shape ed tech in 2026

School districts will need to be more critical of ed tech tools as vendors face more aggressive accountability demands this year, say K-12 tech experts. 

By Anna Merod • Jan. 28, 2026

Week In Review: Bipartisan agreement reached on Ed Dept funding plan for FY26

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from natural disaster best practices to policy and legal trends to watch this year.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 26, 2026

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

From enrollment challenges to a bipartisan budget proposal, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 23, 2026

Trump 2.0: A sea change for K-12

From Education Department downsizing to a variety of legal battles, take a month-by-month look at how the federal approach to K-12 has shifted.

By Kara Arundel , Anna Merod , Naaz Modan , Roger Riddell • Jan. 20, 2026

Week In Review: School shootings drop and SCOTUS hears trans athletics cases

We’re rounding up last week’s news, from a slew of new Title IX probes to debates over tech in schools.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 20, 2026

Senators discuss school tech limits amid youth mental health crisis

Two witnesses went so far as to suggest curbing 1:1 device rollouts in a Thursday Senate committee hearing.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 16, 2026

House hearing: Is now a good time to regulate AI in schools?

House education committee members found consensus on student risks, though Republicans raised concerns about hindering innovation.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 15, 2026

Poll shows most teens oppose classroom cellphone bans

Despite teens’ perceptions, states and districts say the restrictions lead to better teacher satisfaction and improved school climate.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 15, 2026

Character.AI, Google agree to mediate settlements in wrongful teen death lawsuits

The lawsuits “are tragic reminders” that AI chatbots aren’t safe for minors seeking emotional support, says a media safety expert.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 13, 2026

Week In Review: From Head Start to Texas teachers, K-12 hits the courtroom

We’re rounding up last week’s news, including ESEA waivers and key trends to watch in 2026.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 12, 2026

6 trends to watch for K-12 in 2026

Enrollment concerns, growing school choice competition, data privacy and new federal policy priorities are among a slew of challenges facing public schools.

By Kara Arundel , Anna Merod , Naaz Modan • Jan. 8, 2026

Pre-K teachers speak out about AI, instructional materials, training and pay in surveys

Rand research indicates teachers of young students want and need more training in ed tech, curricula and supporting diverse learners.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 5, 2026

5 lessons learned from top school administrators in 2025

We’re highlighting key insights on ed tech adoption, remediation services, community engagement and more from this year’s conversations.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2026

Final Exam: Test yourself on the past year’s K-12 news

From the downsizing of the U.S. Department of Education to a data breach that impacted over 60 million students, what did you learn from our stories in 2025?

By Anna Merod • Dec. 23, 2025