Education News

Early voting has started for the Memphis school board election. A legal battle continues over the state’s proposed takeover of the district. The election and lawsuit center on local governance versus state…

Chronic absenteeism rates among kindergartners have increased in recent years. The article examines contributing factors such as health concerns, family logistics, and post-pandemic effects. Schools report challenges in addressing early attendance patterns.…

More than $1.6 million has been raised in the Chicago school board election. Contribution limits were lifted specifically for the race for board president. The development alters campaign finance rules in the…

The French-American School of Denver, a charter school, is moving into the former Harrington Elementary School building, which was closed by Denver Public Schools. The relocation provides the school with a new…

The New York City Council approved a $10,000 wage increase for public school paraprofessionals. The measure targets compensation for support staff in the city’s traditional public schools. It forms part of ongoing…

A bill providing $10,000 bonuses to New York City paraprofessionals has passed the city council and now awaits the mayor’s signature. The measure targets support staff in the public school system. It…

U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona outlined three approaches for K-12 school leaders to drive innovation in their districts. The recommendations address post-pandemic recovery and operational improvements. They focus on leadership practices within…

The article examines how the transition to digital assessments is supporting the ongoing deployment of Chromebooks in classrooms. It highlights technical and logistical factors that favor these devices for standardized testing. Schools…

New York City, the nation’s largest school system, is expanding special education services for its youngest learners. The initiative aims to provide earlier support to students with disabilities. This policy change focuses…

The article outlines five questions for K-12 educators to evaluate when adopting educational technology tools. It addresses alignment with school needs, implementation factors, and ongoing management. Key Points Questions focus on curriculum…