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Educators Say Worst Fears Realized as High Schoolers Detained by ICE

'This is a wake-up call ... the unimaginable is happening,' said one immigrant advocate of the stepped-up enforcement campaign now ensnaring students.

Jo Napolitano
Author: Jo Napolitano
Teaching Algebra
algebra

In Algebra 1, New Understanding of an Old Problem Can Support Students

Charania and Rose: A study of data from 2,000 students highlights the best strategies for catching kids up and ensuring they pass this key subject.

Mahnaz Charania & Joel Rose
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budget cuts

How Much More Positive Head Start Evidence Do We Need to Save It?

Under threat by the Trump administration, the program has proven its value, even while being unfairly expected to solve all childhood inequities.

Conor P. Williams
Author: Conor P. Williams
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California

The California Mom at the Center of Trump’s Crackdown on School Gender Policies

The Education Department is relying on a novel interpretation of privacy law to punish schools that hide student identity changes from parents.

Linda Jacobson
Author: Linda Jacobson
childhood health
childhood health

New Research: Childhood Vaccination Rates Drop Across 1,600 U.S. Counties

Amid deadly measles outbreak, average measles vaccine rate fell further below herd immunity mark in 33 states, according to Johns Hopkins researchers.

Amanda Geduld
Author: Amanda Geduld
AI
AI

AI Makes Quick Gains in Math, But Errors Still Worry Some Eyeing Reliability

Despite concerns, students say AI has already reduced their math anxiety and educators say its presence makes their work more — not less — necessary.

Jo Napolitano
Author: Jo Napolitano
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Carvalho

L.A. Schools Create ‘Perimeters of Safety’ Against ICE Agents

LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho said school police would block immigration agents from graduation ceremonies.

Ben Chapman
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California

How My California Middle School Uses Glyphs to Teach English Learners to Read

Principal's view: Many have few or no phonics skills, and some never went to elementary school. They lack the basics even in their home language.

Gerrett Suárez
Author: Gerrett Suárez

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child care

The First 8 Years Are Crucial For Foundational Learning and Brain Development

Introducing zero2eight, a new vertical examining issues critical to America’s youngest children.

Marisa Busch
Author: Marisa Busch

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American Federation of Teachers
Future of High School

Coalition Hopes to ‘Accelerate’ Career Training, Apprenticeships

Five states, teachers union and apprentice program want better career options for students lost ‘at sea’ in the old ‘college for all’ world.

Patrick O’Donnell
Author: Patrick O’Donnell
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Future of High School

What Employers Want, Project-Based Learning Can Deliver

Lenz and McCutchen: More states and districts are focusing on such skills as communication, problem-solving, critical thinking and collaboration.

Bob Lenz & Alprentice McCutchen
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exit exams
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Many States Picked Diploma Pathways Over HS Exit Exams. Did Students Benefit?

Just six states require an exit exam now, with New York and Massachusetts dropping their tests this school year.

Kalyn Belsha, Chalkbeat
future of high school
cte
Future of High School

Q&A: Los Angeles High School Counselor On What Students Want After Graduation

With CTE rising and colleges adjusting, a veteran L.A. college and career counselor weighs in on the latest trends and why they’re happening.

Jacob Matthews
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attendance

Chronic Absenteeism Is a Vital Sign for Kids’ Health. New Framework Seeks a Cure

Sharfstein & Choucair: Health & education professionals can boost attendance with community-driven approach focused on data, partnerships, prevention.

Joshua Sharfstein & Bechara Choucair
Teaching Algebra
algebra

In Algebra 1, New Understanding of an Old Problem Can Support Students

Charania and Rose: A study of data from 2,000 students highlights the best strategies for catching kids up and ensuring they pass this key subject.

Mahnaz Charania & Joel Rose
commentary
California

How My California Middle School Uses Glyphs to Teach English Learners to Read

Principal's view: Many have few or no phonics skills, and some never went to elementary school. They lack the basics even in their home language.

Gerrett Suárez
Author: Gerrett Suárez
Opinion
literacy

How do Kids Learn to Read? There Are as Many Ways as There Are Students

Literacy expert: Not all children learn to read in the same way, but schools tend to adopt a single approach to literacy.

K. Dara Hill, The Conversation
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Altadena Girls

Teens Provide Sense of Normalcy in the Face of the L.A. Fires

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STEM
education

How To Teach STEM? Make It Explosive

Jim Fields
Author: Jim Fields
Arts education
Arts education

The Student-Led Music Group that Led Zeppelin Loves

The Louisville Leopard Percussionists performed for Ozzy Osbourne, and Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin promoted their YouTube cover of ‘Kashmir.’

Jim Fields
Author: Jim Fields
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Artificial Intelligence
AI

As Duolingo Turns to AI, Some Users Say Language App Has Joined ‘The Dark Side’

The company behind the wildly popular phenomenon says artificial intelligence has helped it build 150 new courses in a year. But at what cost?

Greg Toppo
Author: Greg Toppo

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School (In)Security

New $200 Million FCC Proposal Could Help Schools Combat Cyber Attack Onslaught

Mark Keierleber
Author: Mark Keierleber
Innovative High Schools

With 1,000 Applicants for 140 Seats, NYC’s Harbor School Set for Major Expansion

Jo Napolitano
Author: Jo Napolitano
4Fams

NYC Schools Punish Students for Doing Challenging Work & Reward Minimal Learning

Alina Adams
Author: Alina Adams
child labor

Children in the Workforce: Several States Are Softening Child Labor Restrictions

John A. Fliter & Betsy Wood
Florida

‘Please Table This Rule’: Inside Florida’s Fight Over African American History

Jackie Llanos, Florida Phoenix
teacher recruitment

Teacher College’s Social Media Campaign Aims to Draw HS Students to Profession

Daniel Perez, El Paso Matters
math scores

Alabama Law Aiming to Bolster Math Learning, Teaching to Be Implemented in 2025

Jemma Stephenson, Alabama Reflector
teacher pay

In South Dakota, the Gap is Growing Between Targeted and Actual Teacher Pay

Joshua Haiar, South Dakota Searchlight
Texas

Texas Seeks to Add Armed Guards, Chaplains & Mental Health Training in Schools

María Méndez, The Texas Tribune
COVID Policy Briefing

Polarization, Learning Loss, Relief Funds: 7 Insights into Pandemic Recovery and Aftermath in U.S. Schools

John Bailey & Laura Fay
West Virginia

Amid Rising Hunger, Educators Are Teaching Kids Virtually How to Grow, Cook Food

Amelia Ferrell Knisely, West Virginia Watch
Indiana

1 Adult, 600 Students: Overwhelmed School Counselors Detail Duties, Burnout

Casey Smith, Indiana Capital Chronicle
Opinion

America’s Education System Is a Mess, and It’s Students Who Are Paying the Price

David Steiner
Author: David Steiner
alabama

How One High School’s Manufacturing Class is Being Recreated Across Alabama

Hadley Hitson, Montgomery Advertiser
pandemic relief funds

Analysis: State Laws Leave Schools Unprepared for a Post-COVID ‘Fiscal Cliff’

Linda Jacobson
Author: Linda Jacobson
Arkansas

Arkansas School Voucher Program Rules Clear First Legislative Hurdle

Antoinette Grajeda, Arkansas Advocate
opinion

3 Ways to Help Students Gain the Career Connections They Need to Succeed

Robert Markle
Author: Robert Markle
opinion

Community Connections Engage Students, Build Life Skills & Create Social Capital

Abby Nayra, Josh Schachter & Pat DeSimio
st. louis

Reading, Writing, Woodworking: A St. Louis Hub for Teaching Girls Key Skills

Lauren Wagner
Author: Lauren Wagner
Innovative High Schools

To Combat Nursing Shortage, Rhode Island Charter Turns to High School Students

Greg Toppo
Author: Greg Toppo
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