Classroom Technology
Then & Now
How the 'Sexting' Panic Previewed Today's Debate About Kids' Cellphone Use
Sexting caused waves more than a decade ago. It’s still here, and technology keeps evolving.
This story is part of Then & Now, a new feature that looks back at key issues in education and how they've evolved.
This story is part of Then & Now, a new feature that looks back at key issues in education and how they've evolved.
Law & Courts
A District's Rule Against Misgendering Students Is Likely Constitutional
A federal court said such a policy is justified to protect transgender students.
School & District Management
Opinion
My Teachers Were in ‘Survival Mode’ Over Student Behavior. We Had to Reset
How a six-week focus group fundamentally changed our classroom cultures.
Teaching Profession
AFT's Assembly Featured Kamala Harris, Debates on the Israel-Hamas War, and More
The gathering of the American Federation of Teachers came at a pivotal time in the election cycle.
Teaching
Video
Why Some Teachers Are Excited to Teach the 2024 Election
A group of teachers share how they're teaching this election cycle in their classrooms.
School Climate & Safety
What Gets in the Way of Students Feeling a Sense of Belonging at School
Students who feel connected to school are more likely to attend and perform well.
Cellphones
Students' cellphone use has been a major source of headaches for teachers and principals.
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Artificial Intelligence
How can schools and districts make the most of AI's potential? Find out.
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Teacher PD
Some teachers say traditional PD falls short. Get the latest insights on how it can be improved.
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Young Students Gravitate to Math. How Teachers Can Build on That Curiosity
A focus on rich, real-world problems makes math more interesting, relevant, and enticing to students.
How Teachers Build Confidence to Motivate Middle Schoolers in STEM
Sixth through eighth grade marks a shift in what motivates students, presenting a big challenge for science and math teachers.
The Motivational Power of STEM: This Program Connects Students to Potential Careers
It's not just about motivation—it's about providing supports for kids to study STEM subjects.
Educators: Start Early to Keep Students Engaged in STEM
The EdWeek Research Center asked teachers, principals, and district leaders how to motivate kids to pursue STEM learning.
Mathematics
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About Creative Reasoning?
Answer 5 questions about creative reasoning.
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Schools face a mental health crisis with rising anxiety, depression, and behavior issues among students.
School & District Management
Quiz
Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About The Principal Persona?
The principal is a key player when it comes to purchasing. Test your knowledge of this key buyer persona and see how your results stack up with your peers.
Reading & Literacy
Spotlight
Spotlight on Reading Fluency
This Spotlight will help you learn how much time should be spent on foundational reading skills, explore a key to reading success, and more.
Teacher Jobs
Search over ten thousand teaching jobs nationwide — elementary, middle, high school and more.
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Principal Jobs
Find hundreds of jobs for principals, assistant principals, and other school leadership roles.
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Support Staff Jobs
Search thousands of jobs, from paraprofessionals to counselors and more.
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Assessment
Video
How a State Seal of Biliteracy Inspired This District to Teach a New Language
Minnesota's seal of biliteracy program has resulted in one district creating a Karen language program and assessment.
Federal
Video
Book Bans and Gun Control: 3 Minutes From Kamala Harris’ Speech to Teachers
Kamala Harris shares her vision for the future of education, and the country.
Classroom Technology
Video
What Educators Need to Know About AI's Limits and Possibilities
The role AI can play in helping students learn and teachers manage workloads, while avoiding its pitfalls.
School & District Management
Video
How This Principal Got His Groove Back, and 3 Tips for Others
Kambar Khoshaba, a high school principal, shares strategies to revive school leaders' morale.
Recruitment & Retention
Video
This District Was Struggling to Find Teachers—So It Started Recruiting Abroad
By recruiting international teachers, this Texas district was able to address some of the staffing needs in their growing district.
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Education Market
Market Analysis
'Freemium' Ed-Tech Products Come Under Scrutiny as Cybersecurity Concerns Rise
Concerns about tech security and digital oversaturation are leading some school systems to clamp down on free products.
Product Development
Industry Insight
Where Today's Efforts to Promote "AI Literacy" Fall Short
The CEO and co-founder of the AI Education Project talks about how vendors can help build up AI readiness in students.
Meeting District Needs
Exclusive Data
How Will Districts Spend PD-Focused Title II Funding Over the Next 2 Years?
Federal Title II grants are one of the most flexible that K-12 districts can use to support professional development.
Strategy & Operations
K-12 Market News
K-12 Dealmaking: Teaching Strategies Acquires Cognitive ToyBox; Sdui Raises €21M, Buys FoxEducation
Sdui said it bought FoxEducation from GoStudent, which purchased the Germany-based company in 2021.
- LeadershipSchool & District Management When Schools Charge for Meals and Field Trips, Parents Often Pay Transaction FeesPaying bills online is easy, but comes at a significant cost for low-income families in particular, a new federal report shows.
Measles Outbreaks Have More Than Tripled. How Schools Can HelpGetting more parents to vaccinate their children means leaning into relationships. Most states offer resources, too.Rural Schools Are Fighting for Their Existence. What the Future Could Look LikeRural schools have long been contending with enrollment declines that are still relatively new to districts in more populated areas.Policy & PoliticsFederal Kamala Harris' Potential VP Picks: Where They Stand on EducationSome of the contenders for the No. 2 spot on the Democratic ticket have extensive K-12 records.
Kamala Harris Rallies Teachers: 'God Knows We Don't Pay You Enough'Harris called for student loan forgiveness and union member protections in her speech at the American Federation of Teachers' convention.Not Just Title IX: How the Chevron Decision Could Affect Education RegulationsThe Supreme Court's Loper Bright decision could have an impact on Education Department rules interpreting multiple federal laws.Teaching & LearningAssessment How a District Used the Biliteracy Seal to Expand Language InstructionThe St. Paul public schools in Minnesota has seen success in its Karen language program.
Teaching the 2024 Election: Learning Opportunity or Landmine?As the presidential campaign heats up and school starts soon, social studies teachers weigh in on whether and how to cover it in class.Why Most AP Exams Are Going Digital This MayCheating efforts prompted the College Board to fast-track their plan to go digital on AP exams.TechnologyEd-Tech Policy Billions of Dollars for Ed Tech in Schools Are Now in Jeopardy. Here's WhyA federal appeals court ruling has put the funding mechanism for the nearly 30-year-old E-rate program in legal jeopardy.
How to Manage Cellphones in Schools: 6 Tips From Teens (Download)Three teenagers talk about how schools should think about and manage students' cellphone use.1 in 3 College Applicants Used AI for Essay Help. Did They Cheat?Generative AI tools like ChatGPT have put a high-tech twist on decades-old questions of fairness in the college admissions process.
