Is the four-day school week really helping schools the way people think? Although many districts, especially in Missouri, hoped it would attract and keep teachers, new research shows those benefits are small or nonexistent. Despite strong suppo...

What’s going on with the new trade high school in Newark? The district will spend over $300 million across 30 years, far more than expected, and delays have been caused by wage-related stop-work orders. While it’s set to open this fall with tra...

 Why were hundreds of books about diversity, equity, and inclusion removed from the U.S. Naval Academy library? The removal, ordered by a Trump-appointed official who called such content "divisive," sparked backlash from alumni and a retir...

 Why does becoming a teacher in California cost so much? A new bill, AB 1128, proposes paying student teachers through grants to school districts, offering them compensation similar to substitute teachers. Supporters hope this will attract...

 How can schools better support working parents on their staff? The Los Angeles Unified School District board just passed a resolution to offer paid parental leave and other family-focused benefits, led by three board members who are mothe...

 Why are students with disabilities being turned away from transferring schools despite laws meant to protect them? A recent report shows Nebraska districts reject these students at much higher rates, often blaming a lack of special educat...

 Is AI helping or hurting students when it comes to learning math? While some worry it weakens problem-solving skills, many students and teachers say it eases math anxiety and offers helpful, personalized support. The article shows that wh...

 Are California schools losing the ability to help homeless students? The number of homeless youth has surged due to both rising family hardships and better school tracking, but the end of temporary pandemic-era funding leaves districts wi...

 Are teachers being priced out of the very communities they serve? Housing costs are rising much faster than teacher salaries, making it hard for many to afford rent or buy a home near their schools. While some suggest building teacher hou...

 Should public schools be required to display religious texts like the Ten Commandments? A new Texas bill mandates their posting in classrooms, drawing support for their moral value but strong opposition over church-state separation...

 How important are afterschool and summer programs in shaping a child's development? According to a National Academies report, these out-of-school activities help build social skills, leadership, and motivation while also improving school ...

 Could cuts to Medicaid put early support for children with disabilities at risk? Medicaid funds nearly half of the early intervention services under IDEA’s Part C program, which helps young children with developmental needs. Experts warn ...

  Are West Virginia schools facing a public health risk due to a surge in vaccine exemptions? Since the governor's executive order began allowing religious and philosophical exemptions, previously not permitted by state law, these are now ...

 What happens when an administration tries to dismantle a federal agency without Congress? A court just blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to gut the Department of Education and ordered the rehiring of many laid-off employees. Whil...

 Why are teachers unions across the U.S. pushing for higher pay for paraprofessionals? These vital school workers often struggle to afford living in the communities they serve, sometimes juggling multiple jobs to make ends meet. Unions in ...

 Why are so many top-rated schools in Los Angeles sitting half-empty while students in need are left out? A new report by the nonprofit Available To All reveals that schools in wealthier LA neighborhoods have open seats, yet students from ...

 Should Illinois lower the scores needed to be considered proficient on state tests? Officials say current benchmarks are too high and don’t reflect students’ real readiness for college or careers, despite strong performance on other measu...

 Are teacher turnover rates finally stabilizing after the disruption of the pandemic? According to recent data, turnover has steadily declined over the past two years and is nearing pre-COVID levels, with public education showing more stab...

 Could a new tax credit program reshape how families access private education? A proposed Republican bill would offer billions in annual tax breaks to those who donate to groups that help families cover educational costs, potentially expan...

 How can rural schools promote pluralism even in communities that appear culturally uniform? By engaging students in shared initiatives like “Workforce Wednesday” in Union City, Indiana, these schools create meaningful opportunities for so...

 How are high school students in Newark, New Jersey, preparing for a future shaped by artificial intelligence? Through a career exploration program that includes a Stanford-developed course, students are learning how AI can support—not rep...

 Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed a law banning student cellphone use in public schools during class time starting in the 2025–2026 school year, with the rule becoming optional for districts the year after. The bill, Senate Bill 139, a...

 Did a major hack just expose millions of students and teachers to new risks? Hackers stole sensitive data from PowerSchool, including Social Security numbers and health records, and even after the company paid a ransom, the criminals brok...

 Can instant feedback help students become better writers and thinkers? Elliott Hedman’s new tool, Level Up, offers real-time, gamified suggestions in Google Docs to encourage students to reflect and revise rather than just seek quick answ...

 How can a principal use social media to boost a school’s success? At Ulysses S. Grant High School in Los Angeles, Principal Rebecca McMurrin uses Instagram to build school spirit, connect with students, and strengthen the community. Her a...

 How are technology experts responding to the new executive order to bring AI into K-12 schools? They’re cautiously optimistic, supporting the effort to prepare students and teachers for an AI-driven future but stressing the need for clear...

 Should early childhood educators get the same tax break as K-12 teachers for buying classroom supplies? Supporters say expanding this deduction would ease the financial strain on these lower-paid workers, many of whom spend their own mone...

 Reports show that fake students have committed financial aid fraud in California’s community colleges, stealing millions of dollars. This has led to bipartisan demands for investigations, with federal and state officials calling for audit...

 Why is it so hard to get teachers to change their routines? A recent study tested different ways to encourage 140,000 teachers to use an online math platform, including rewards and celebrity endorsements, but saw little effect on their pa...

 How are Michigan Senate Democrats planning to boost education funding? They’ve proposed a $21.8 billion budget that aims to raise teacher pay, shrink class sizes, upgrade school buildings, and expand support for at-risk students and menta...