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Modernizing the special education workforce is a national imperative

December 9, 2025 by Kevin Eberly, FillerB

Teaching vacancies are most acute in special education due to attrition, burnout, and early retirements--workforce support is critical.

America’s special education system is facing a slow-motion collapse. Nearly 8 million students now receive services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), but the number of qualified teachers…

Curriculum & Assessment

NAEP scores for class of 2024 show major declines, with fewer students college ready

September 26, 2025 by Erica Meltzer, Chalkbeat

Students who took the NAEP were in eighth grade in March of 2020 and experienced a highly disrupted freshman year because of the pandemic.

Students from the class of 2024 had historically low scores on a major national test administered just months before they graduated.

Literacy

Strengthening family engagement to support the science of reading

September 18, 2025 by ESchool Media Contributors

Practical tools and data-driven insights can boost family engagement in support of student literacy and the science of reading.

While most teachers are eager to implement the science of reading, many lack the time and tools to connect these practices to home-based support, according to a new…

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Catapult Learning is Awarded Tutoring Program Design Badge from Stanford University’s National Student Support Accelerator

August 26, 2025 by ESchool News Contributor

The recent development of large language models like ChatGPT has opened new possibilities for the implementation of computer-based tutors.

Organization recognized for excellence in high-impact tutoring design and student achievement gains PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 25, 2025 – Catapult Learning, a division of ... Read more

AI in Education

Growing AI use in school PR leads to roadmap for responsible use

November 7, 2025August 18, 2025 by ESchool Media Contributors

New guidance reinforces that AI is most effective when paired with human oversight and school communication rooted in trust.

A new collaborative report from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) and engagement platform ThoughtExchange reveals a swift rise in the use of AI in K-12 communication…

AI in Education

National AI training hub for educators to open, funded by OpenAI and Microsoft

July 25, 2025 by Norah Rami, Chalkbeat

More than 400,000 K-12 educators across the country will get free training in AI through a $23 million partnership between a major teachers union and leading tech companies.

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PBLWorks Announces its 2025 Award Winners

July 24, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Novato, CA – The Buck Institute for Education (dba PBLWorks), a national provider of professional development and curriculum for high-quality ... Read more

AI in Education

Educators: Lack of infrastructure and vision limit AI’s potential

July 23, 2025 by Laura Ascione

AI, educator burnout, and the future of education are all top focus areas for educators in a recent PowerSchool survey.

AI tools to support and personalize student learning will have the most significant impact on students in the next few years, according to PowerSchool's 2025 National Educator Survey.

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Project POTUS 2025 Middle School Winners Announced

July 16, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Indianapolis, IN — Project POTUS, a national middle school history initiative from the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, has named winners ... Read more

Education Policy & Funding

School choice and homeschool freedom go hand in hand

July 15, 2025 by Colleen Hroncich, the Cato Institute & Ben DeGrow, ExcelinEd

Efforts to increase homeschool regulations have been spurred by support for school choice and a growth in home education post-COVID.

“The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.” Many homeschoolers have embraced this lesson after learning it the hard way. That vigilance has paid off recently in a couple of…

STEM & STEAM Trends

Amid discouraging math scores, are states improving elementary math instruction?

July 3, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

$Better preparation and support for elementary teachers to provide strong math instruction can improve academic and life outcomes for students.$

A new report from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) finds that most states fall short when it comes to preparing and supporting elementary teachers to effectively…

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: PBLWorks creates PBLWorks TEACH to help scale project based learning

July 7, 2025July 2, 2025 by Laura Ascione

The Buck Institute for Education (dba PBLWorks), a national provider of professional development for high-quality Project Based Learning (PBL), is ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: AERDF highlights the latest PreK-12 discoveries and inventions

July 2, 2025July 1, 2025 by Laura Ascione

The Advanced Education Research & Development Fund (AERDF), a national nonprofit, and its awardees debuted the latest advancements and innovations in ... Read more

Coding and Robotics

Creating a fun robotics lesson that addresses 4 ISTE standards

June 17, 2025 by Katherine M. Blagden, PhD, Roger Williams University

Interdisciplinary robotics lessons aligned to ISTE standards promote engagement, creativity, foundational literacy, and STEM across grades.

Instructing preservice educators at Roger Williams University in STEM education highlights the complex, multifaceted nature of effective STEM lesson planning. Teachers must align instructional content with state and…

College and Career Readiness

Most students aren’t ready for life after high school

June 11, 2025June 9, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Too many classrooms still lack career-connected learning opportunities that help students see how their education applies in the real world.

Students are navigating a rapidly changing world with outdated tools and minimal guidance. We need urgent action to redesign how we prepare young people for life after high…

COVID in Schools

Did the pandemic reopen gender-based math gaps?

June 2, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Educators should ensure pandemic learning recovery efforts don’t inadvertently reinforce old math gaps--or allow new ones to take hold.

STEM gaps in achievement between boys and girls that took more than a decade to close were reopened in just four years, according to a new study from…

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GEAR UP South Carolina Partners with National Math and Science Initiative to Expand High-Quality STEM Professional Development Across Seven School Districts

May 20, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

DALLAS / COLUMBIA, S.C. — The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) is proud to announce a new partnership with ... Read more

Literacy

Lights, camera, literacy: Student-created book reviews inspire a global reading culture

May 12, 2025 by Nesren El-Baz, ESL Educator

Video book reviews give students the opportunity to express themselves in meaningful ways--and increase engagement in reading.

When students become literacy influencers, reading transforms from a classroom task into a global conversation. Recent studies show that reading for pleasure among teens is at an all-time…

Innovation in Education

Cybersecurity in K-12 Education

April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

School systems experience nearly daily security incidents with increasing sophistication, resulting in data breaches, financial losses, and operational disruptions. Recent ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

SkillsUSA competitions give students hands-on experience with career skills

April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 by Graham Celine, Intelitek

SkillsUSA students develop career skills and outperform peers not enrolled in a CTE student organization in seven essential areas.

The most effective way for students to learn career-ready skills in fields such as advanced manufacturing and robotics is by applying these skills in the context of authentic…

NoRedInk and the National Writing Project Partner to Inspire the Next Generation of Writers in the Age of Gen AI

April 9, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

SAN FRANCISCO – NoRedInk, the comprehensive online writing platform provider used in over 60% of U.S. school districts, has partnered ... Read more

Students with Special Needs

As World Autism Day nears, here’s how to support neurodiverse students

March 27, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Embracing neurodiverse abilities and supporting students with autism in the classroom fosters a culture of empathy, respect, and acceptance.

The number of children diagnosed with developmental disabilities is on the rise, specifically attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Student Data Security

Is your district safeguarding student data?

March 25, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

District edtech leaders offer an unprecedented look at gaps and opportunities in student data privacy across the nation.

Protecting student data is critical for school district IT leaders, but many cite leadership and training gaps, along with time and manpower, as obstacles in that pursuit, according…

Blessings in a Backpack Names Lisa Hanneman as Chief Development Officer

March 13, 2025March 3, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

CHICAGO – Blessings in a Backpack, a nonprofit organization that provides hunger-free weekends for kids across the United States, has announced ... Read more

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FullBloom Acquires CharacterStrong, Leading Provider of School-Based Mental Health Solutions for Students

February 26, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

PHILADELPHIA – FullBloom, the nation’s leading child development platform, providing academic, behavioral, and mental health interventions and supports to K-12 ... Read more

Newsline

Students Explore STEM with Engineers

February 21, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Middletown, PA – Phoenix Contact engineers head back into the classroom this week to teach sixth-grade science class at Middletown ... Read more

Newsline

Catapult Learning Survey of K-12 School Counselors Reveals Critical Shortfalls in Addressing Youth Mental Health Crisis

February 20, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Catapult Learning, a leading provider of evidence-based academic, behavioral, and mental health interventions for K-12 schools, today unveiled ... Read more

Newsline

Honoring a Space Pioneer: 30 Years Since Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr.’s Historic Spacewalk

February 11, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Dallas, TX – National Math and Science Initiative proudly celebrates the 30th anniversary of former CEO Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr.’s ... Read more

District Management

NAEP scores show disheartening trends for the lowest-performing students

November 7, 2025February 6, 2025 by Kalyn Belsha and Erica Meltzer, Chalkbeat

The pandemic had a lasting impact on students, but the gap between high- and low-NAEP performers appears to have started about a decade ago.

Most American students are still performing below their pre-pandemic counterparts in reading and math, while the yawning gap between high-achieving and low-performing students got even wider, data from…

Advancing digital equity through teacher leadership

February 3, 2025 by Content Provided by Digital Promise

In today’s digital world, a teacher leader must have the skills and knowledge to effectively use technology to enhance student learning.

Meaningful opportunities for teachers to build expertise and leadership beyond their classroom add to a sense of professionalism and fulfillment. In an age when the role of technology…

Live @ FETC 2025

NECC, NASEF, and LeagueOS Launch North America’s Largest Esports Recruiting Portal

January 17, 2025January 16, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

The National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) announced a groundbreaking effort to help support its members with the creation of a ... Read more

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

In an alarming trend, teacher diversity is slowing

January 13, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

A report outlines a decline in teacher diversity and offers a new tool to give education leaders data needed to increase teacher diversity.

A new report from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) reveals a troubling trend: Nationally, the diversity of the teacher workforce is growing at a slower pace…

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NCCER Program Expansion Impacts Thousands Nationwide in 2024

December 26, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

ALACHUA, Fla. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization — ... Read more

Newsline

The 36th Annual National Service-Learning Conference® Returns to Saint Paul, MN

December 20, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Saint Paul, MN – The National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) is proud to announce The 36th Annual National Service-Learning Conference, ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Want to improve STEM education? Here’s how

December 17, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Robust, systemic change across the education system is needed to achieve major improvements in STEM education outcomes for students.

Federal agencies, states, and school districts should develop robust methods to expand the use of promising innovations that can improve STEM education from pre-K through high school.

AI in Education

AI and teacher burnout: Can technology really help?

December 3, 2024 by Eric Stano, Magic EdTech

AI has the potential to alleviate teachers' burnout and improve the teaching experience, but only if used thoughtfully as a tool.

Teachers are facing ever-growing demands: providing quality lessons, attending to individual student needs, and managing administrative loads that stretch their time and energy to the limit.

District Management

Sailing through adversity: 4 Olympic-sized lessons in educational leadership

November 19, 2024 by Dr. Julia Rafal-Baer, Women Leading Ed

Leveraging diverse collaboration and learning from setbacks can propel educational leadership team to success.

When Lara Dallman-Weiss and Stuart McNay set sail together at the 2024 Paris Olympics, they weren't just navigating open waters--they were challenging traditional norms in a sport historically…

VHS Learning Among 136 Organizations Committed to Advancing Computer Science Education through CSforALL

November 12, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Boston – At the eighth annual CSforALL Summit, VHS Learning has once again made a CSforALL national commitment to advance computer ... Read more

Newsline

95 Percent Group Grows Continuum of Science of Reading Professional Learning With Launch of 95 Foundational Tools for Paraprofessionals, Tutors, and School Staff

November 11, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Lincolnshire, IL – National momentum around the science of reading continues to increase and with it the demand for professional ... Read more

Student Well-Being

How pet therapy boosts our students’ well-being

November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma, Tiffany Wilson-Pugh, Farrah Cureton, & Rachel Campbell, Bessemer City Middle School

Pet therapy offers educators a way to reach different students and different populations at one time, imparting key SEL benefits.

Children nowadays face various stressors in school (academically and socially), as well as challenges from their outside worlds that trickle into their school lives both directly and indirectly.

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