Policy & Politics
Education news, analysis, and opinion about the legislation, guidance, policies and people involved in federal and state government
Federal
What's in Trump's New Executive Orders on Indoctrination and School Choice
The White House has no authority over curriculum, and no ability to unilaterally pull back federal dollars, but Trump is toeing the line.
Federal
Trump Threatens School Funding Cuts in Effort to End 'Radical Indoctrination'
An executive order from the president marks an effort from the White House to influence what schools teach.
School Choice & Charters
Trump's Order Kicks Off His Efforts to Expand Private School Choice
Trump is directing several federal agencies to look into expanding school choice offerings—a push that continues from his first term.
Federal
Top House Lawmaker Supports Trump's Bid to 'Depower' Education Department
The House education committee chairman believes "even the best-meaning bureaucrat" can't understand what's happening in local schools.
Policy & Politics
Opinion
How Blind Partisanship Harms Schooling
No one political party enjoys a monopoly on truth, good intentions, or rightness
Federal
Title IX, School Choice, ‘Indoctrination’—How Trump Took on Schools in Week 2
It was a week in which the newly inaugurated president began wholeheartedly to act on his agenda for schools.
Federal
Then & Now
Why Can't We Leave No Child Left Behind ... Behind?
The law and its contours are stuck in our collective memory. What does that say about how we understand K-12 policy?
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School Climate & Safety
Webinar
Engaging Every Student: How to Address Absenteeism and Build Belonging
Gain valuable insights and practical solutions to address absenteeism and build a more welcoming and supportive school environment.
Student Well-Being
K-12 Essentials Forum
Social-Emotional Learning 2025: Examining Priorities and Practices
Join this free virtual event to learn about SEL strategies, skills, and to hear from experts on the use and expansion of SEL programs.
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- Law & Courts Are Religious Charter Schools Legal? The Supreme Court Will Decide SoonThe court's ruling could fundamentally alter the line between church and state in education.Federal A Divided Electorate Agrees on One Thing: Education Didn’t Get Enough AirtimeA newly released poll finds voters wanted to hear more.Federal Here Are Trump's First-Week Actions That Could Affect SchoolsThere's been a lot to keep track of during Trump's first week back in the White House. Here's how it all could affect schools.Law & Courts Legal Fights Highlight Clashes Over Transgender Students’ Pronouns in SchoolsA federal court weighs the case of a teacher who refused to use students' chosen names and pronouns, as similar questions arise elsewhere.Federal Trump Admin. Axes Newly Created School Safety BoardThe Trump administration disbanded a board that advises agencies on school safety strategies. Members include parents of school shooting victims.Federal Most Voters Reject Trump’s Push to Cut U.S. Education Department, Poll FindsCareer-connected learning has broad support from voters across the political spectrum, according to the survey.
Shifting sentiments toward technology and career skills are compelling education companies to adapt.
Rob Waldron, who is leaving his role at the curriculum company, talks about how his organization withstood change in the sector and grew.
The reading and math results may not directly influence K-12 purchasing, but they will shape discussions over federal spending and strategy.
Changes apply to all companies collecting data from children online. Ed-tech-specific proposed amendments were dropped.