In new book, child development expert and social media star Dan Wuori dismantles notion of early child care as a form of ‘industrialized’ babysitting.
More Choices, Less Polarization: How Other Countries Are Making School Work
Berner: Most nations fund a wide variety of schools and hold them all accountable for academic results — an approach called educational pluralism.
Berner: Most nations fund a wide variety of schools and hold them all accountable for academic results — an approach called educational pluralism.
Texas Jews Say State’s New Bible-Influenced Curriculum Is ‘Wildly Problematic’
The state board heard hours of testimony Tuesday, highlighting the intense debate over a curriculum that includes multiple stories from the Bible.
The state board heard hours of testimony Tuesday, highlighting the intense debate over a curriculum that includes multiple stories from the Bible.
50 Years After Equal Educational Opportunities Act, How to Gain True Equality
Jeffries: The act was a critical step in making public schools more equitable. It's time to build on that legacy to create a more just society for all
Jeffries: The act was a critical step in making public schools more equitable. It’s time to build on that legacy to create a more just society for all
In the Rush to COVID Recovery, Did We Forget About Our Youngest Learners?
Research finds the country’s youngest elementary school students aren’t catching back up to pre-pandemic levels in reading and math like older kids.
Research finds the country’s youngest elementary school students aren’t catching back up to pre-pandemic levels in reading and math like older kids.
Being ‘Bad at Math’ Is a Pervasive Concept. Can It Be Banished From Schools?
Math education experts say schools should no longer classify kids as bad at the subject, but instead normalize accommodations and tutoring.
Math education experts say schools should no longer classify kids as bad at the subject, but instead normalize accommodations and tutoring.
Report: Parental ‘Apathy’ Blamed for Rise in Chronic Absenteeism
One quarter of the nation’s school district leaders say none of their strategies are working to curb chronic absenteeism, a Rand survey finds.
One quarter of the nation’s school district leaders say none of their strategies are working to curb chronic absenteeism, a Rand survey finds.
A Lot Has Changed in the 40 Years After ‘A Nation at Risk.’ but the School System? Not So Much
Margaret Raymond reflects on 40 years of education reforms since ANAR, and writes about why a survey of the results reveals little cause to celebrate.
Margaret Raymond reflects on 40 years of education reforms since ANAR, and writes about why a survey of the results reveals little cause to celebrate.
How Science of Reading Raised Literacy, Graduation Rates in My Small Urban N.Y. District
Educator's view: Through evidence-based strategies, networking & volunteers, even low-income districts can help students become proficient readers.
Educator’s view: Through evidence-based strategies, networking & volunteers, even low-income districts can help students become proficient readers.
From Trauma to Turnout: Inside David Hogg’s $8M Bid to Elect Young Progressives
The Parkland school shooting survivor’s PAC has spent millions in state elections nationwide and is already claiming wins at the ballot box.
The Parkland school shooting survivor’s PAC has spent millions in state elections nationwide and is already claiming wins at the ballot box.
How My District Is Rethinking Evaluations to Help Teachers Grow and Improve
Superintendent's view: By emphasizing teachers’ confidence in their abilities, we created an environment that fosters professional development.
Superintendent’s view: By emphasizing teachers’ confidence in their abilities, we created an environment that fosters professional development.
As a New School Year Begins, Ensuring All Students Feel a Sense of Belonging
Wiener: School safety, parent engagement, relevant lessons, free meals can send a welcoming message — and boost attendance, grades & graduation rates.
Wiener: School safety, parent engagement, relevant lessons, free meals can send a welcoming message — and boost attendance, grades & graduation rates.
One New York District’s Old-School Approach to Support Kids’ Well-Being
As the youth mental health crisis continues, a Long Island district finds paths to support families through their most vulnerable moments.
As the youth mental health crisis continues, a Long Island district finds paths to support families through their most vulnerable moments.
Richmond Pilot Program Asks: What Happens if a School Year Is 200 Days, Not 180?
Kamras & Cooper: 90% of families and 70% of teachers opted in. At year's end, literacy and attendance were up — and now more schools are taking part.
Kamras & Cooper: 90% of families and 70% of teachers opted in. At year’s end, literacy and attendance were up — and now more schools are taking part.
To Be the Leaders of Tomorrow, Students Need to Learn Essential Skills — Today
Meuers: Service learning gives young people the chance to address real community issues and make needed change with curiosity, creativity and empathy.
Meuers: Service learning gives young people the chance to address real community issues and make needed change with curiosity, creativity and empathy.
Stark Racial, Class Disparities in K-12 Mental Health Linked to Absenteeism
A new national report from USC researchers reveals pre-teen boys, teen girls, and Black families need more, targeted mental health supports.
A new national report from USC researchers reveals pre-teen boys, teen girls, and Black families need more, targeted mental health supports.