Education News

New York City public schools face ongoing enrollment declines that threaten the viability of small schools. Incoming education leaders Mamdani and Samuels are tasked with developing responses that may include mergers or…

The article examines the specific demands cyber insurance carriers place on K-12 school districts. It covers compliance standards, security protocols, and risk mitigation practices required for coverage. Rising cyber threats have increased…

A public school with a Christian focus opened in Colorado after local advocacy and policy changes. The initiative drew legal challenges and community opposition over its religious elements and use of public…

Michigan students exhibit high rates of chronic absenteeism. The issue has not become a major focus in the state’s gubernatorial election campaigns. The article highlights the gap between the problem’s scale and…

Rural communities in Mississippi are opposing proposed school consolidations. Officials appear to base decisions primarily on enrollment and budget data. Residents argue these plans overlook local impacts and community needs. Key Points…

Newark public school students demonstrated academic growth on new state tests. However, the majority did not reach proficiency levels. The results highlight ongoing challenges in the district. Key Points Students showed academic…

A proposed shared tax in Indianapolis would increase funding for charter schools. The measure could simultaneously threaten an existing partnership between local education stakeholders. Discussions focus on tax allocation and its effects…

The Illinois State Board of Education released the 2026 State Report Card. It includes performance data for Chicago Public Schools and other districts. Parents can access metrics on their child’s school. Key…

A Chalkbeat analysis of Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship voucher program shows recipients concentrated in wealthier and whiter zip codes. Data on voucher distribution by neighborhood reveals uneven participation rates. The report examines…

The opinion article examines whether a period of limited activity in K-12 education policy, termed the ‘Dormant Decade,’ may be concluding. It calls for development of a substantive policy agenda to address…