The 5 steps of a collective efficacy cycle

Corwin advocates for teachers to work smarter, not harder, by planning for success.

By Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and Toni Faddis • May 22, 2023

Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From new data on the cost of housing for educators to school construction challenges, what did you learn from our stories the week of May 8?

By Roger Riddell • May 12, 2023

Explore the Trendline➔

English Learners

As students reacclimate to full-time, in-person learning, addressing the disproportionate impacts of COVID-19 on English learners remains a particular focus.

By K-12 Dive staff

“M” is for mental health: Taking care of yourself while caring for others

Mental Health Awareness Month provides an opportunity for educators to prioritize their own mental wellbeing while also advocating for the mental health needs of the students and families they serve. 

May 12, 2023

Here’s what’s needed to support accelerated learning

The approach aims to address learning loss by scaffolding students with needed information in small chunks, as opposed to broader remediation.

By Lauren Barack • April 12, 2023

5 best practices for school district succession planning

While it’s typically discussed in regard to the superintendency, one leader says districts should consider succession for all levels of staffing.

By Elena Ferrarin • April 10, 2023

From awareness to action: Supporting autistic students during Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month and beyond

Here are some tools and strategies designed to better support students with ASD as you create more inclusive environments.

April 10, 2023

1 in 5 students experience mental health concerns in a given year

Student mental health is a huge concern across the country. Learn how SEL can help!

By Taylor Barberis, Aperture Education • April 10, 2023

Career Connected Learning: Raising the bar for postsecondary readiness

Extraordinary career connected learning closes opportunity, belief, skills and readiness gaps.

By Melissa Risteff, Chief Strategy Officer MindSpark Learning • April 10, 2023

Lessons In Leadership: A North Carolina principal details why middle school is more than academics

Social media and pandemic fallout are only compounding the hurdles that come with a critical period of brain development, says Derek McCoy.

By Roger Riddell • March 31, 2023

Council for Professional Recognition places equity at forefront in early educator guidance update

The nonprofit that administers the Child Development Associate credential aims for “a curriculum to help build a model world based on tolerance and inclusion.”

By Kara Arundel • March 20, 2023

Reading reality in America’s classrooms

The nation's schools are facing a long overdue conversation about "deeply flawed" reading curricula that don't serve students, three superintendents write.

By LaTonya Goffney, Sonja Santelises and Iranetta Wright • March 16, 2023

How schools can effectively close the gap in learning recovery

Provide the right resources to the educators delivering assessments and instructions so that they have the guidance they need to deliver the best student outcomes.

March 13, 2023

AASA 2023: How 3 districts are working to transform teaching and learning

Though education is often slow to embrace change, factors like artificial intelligence and industry demand for specific skill sets are forcing momentum.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 27, 2023

How K-12 schools can minimize the effects of resource gaps in underserved schools

Recognize the challenges schools are facing and take tangible steps to support educators, students and families in underserved communities.

Feb. 27, 2023

Staffed Up: 5 tactics districts can use to navigate cybersecurity workforce shortages

While recruiting cybersecurity professionals may be daunting, tapping into higher ed or even training teachers for entry-level roles can be workarounds.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 22, 2023

Teacher shortage shows signs of worsening in several states

Multiple statewide surveys and reports show concerns remain over educator recruitment and retention, such as in Minnesota, Colorado and South Dakota.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 30, 2023

How states are trying to solve the special educator shortage crisis

A ‘crisis of epic proportions’ is leading to innovative practices and stronger collaborations, but many challenges remain.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 23, 2023

Demystifying accreditation and accountability

Discover the differences between accreditation and accountability and how the two processes are complementary.

Jan. 23, 2023

4 tips for finding budget to support student mental health

To ensure mental health supports receive adequate funding, Dr. Christopher Hammill, a former K-12 superintendent and building administrator, suggests educators take the following steps.

Jan. 23, 2023

Momentum grows for family engagement in teacher prep

A framework developed by the National Association for Family, School and Community Engagement aims for greater integration.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 17, 2023

8 K-12 trends to watch in 2023

Academic recovery, family engagement, cyberthreats and school security concerns are among challenges coming at school leaders from all sides.

By Roger Riddell , Naaz Modan , Kara Arundel , Anna Merod • Jan. 4, 2023

Lessons In Leadership: 5 key takeaways from a year of school leader conversations

In case you missed any of 2022’s installments, we’ve highlighted some leading insights on student voice, community engagement and more.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2023

6 strategies to help children and families ease into kindergarten

Kindergarten transitions are especially important for families whose children didn’t attend preschool or are hesitant about enrolling, one expert said.

By Elena Ferrarin • Dec. 20, 2022

Indigenous expertise a ‘must’ for Native American studies curriculum

One expert suggests providing a broader overview of modern Native and Indigenous people rather than stopping at the late 1800s.

By Lauren Barack • Dec. 14, 2022

Completion higher for alternative teacher prep programs affiliated with higher ed

In 2019-20, 34% of enrollees completed university-based programs compared to 14% for programs not affiliated with colleges, a new analysis shows.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 12, 2022