District Administration K-12 education news and analysis

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Why this big district is putting lifesaving Narcan in every school

Matt Zalaznick - September 23, 2022

After a string of student opioid overdoses, including the death of a 15-year-old girl, Los Angeles USD ramps up safety measures with Narcan.

How well do these states rank on college preparedness and persistence?

Micah Ward - September 23, 2022

Caught in the middle: Can schools ensure security and positive student outcomes?

Micah Ward - September 23, 2022

What is swatting? A scary hoax that is putting schools on high alert

Matt Zalaznick - September 22, 2022

Teachers want to teach—not be “dehumanized” and “smeared”

Micah Ward - September 22, 2022

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News from DA's FETC

Why are school librarians so misunderstood?

Matt Zalaznick - September 12, 2022

Edtech innovators: The students are what motivate him to serve his district

Micah Ward - August 31, 2022

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We want your input: What are the biggest safety concerns in K-12?

DA Staff - September 22, 2022

Transgender students face new pressure in this state. But schools vow their support

Matt Zalaznick - September 22, 2022

How to solve the 5 toughest challenges faced by leaders of rural schools

Matt Zalaznick - September 22, 2022

What do the comments say about Biden’s proposed changes to Title IX?

Micah Ward - September 21, 2022

These 3 ‘disturbing’ safety concerns are at the top of mind for schools

Micah Ward - September 21, 2022

Want to become a ‘whole child’ school? Here are 2 sets of blueprints

Matt Zalaznick - September 21, 2022

Can the increasingly popular team-teaching models reenergize the profession?

Matt Zalaznick - September 21, 2022

Boston Public Schools reports its first monkeypox case

Micah Ward - September 20, 2022

Most Popular

Ranking all 50 states on highest teacher pay shows the pinch of inflation

Matt Zalaznick - May 5, 2022

Apparently, $35 an hour isn’t enough to retain bus drivers

Micah Ward - September 9, 2022

What is swatting? A scary hoax that is putting schools on high alert

Matt Zalaznick - September 22, 2022

New Jersey superintendent arrested after alleged late-night fight, police say

Matt Zalaznick - September 2, 2022

Where does your state rank on the list of best school systems?

Matt Zalaznick - July 25, 2022

Ex-principal charged with willful cruelty after “disturbing altercation” with student

Matt Zalaznick - September 12, 2022

3 superintendents to watch: Their schools are launching lifelong learners

Matt Zalaznick - August 1, 2022

People to Watch

3 superintendents to watch: Providing hope through leadership

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How this elementary school is breaking new ground with outdoor learning

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2 principals to watch: How they are inspiring positivity and school...

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Superintendents to watch: Making the future of K-12 more flexible

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Principals to watch: How to strengthen relationships to strengthen school climate

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3 superintendents to watch: Their schools are launching lifelong learners

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3 superintendents to watch: Taking care of each and every student

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Supporting the superintendent: Why this leader says collegiality is key

3 superintendents to watch: How they’re reframing the parameters of success

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4 ed-tech leaders to watch: They’re getting districts back to business

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National News

Tupelo High School receives threat for third day in a row

DA Staff - September 23, 2022

1 in 5 new Texas teachers were hired without certification last year

DA Staff - September 23, 2022

Mayoral candidate wants to fund Chicago Public Schools based on need, not enrollment

Matt Zalaznick - September 23, 2022

Bellingham Public Schools investigation confirms high school football hazing

Matt Zalaznick - September 23, 2022

COVID News

How pandemic-related disturbances drove a 9% decline in public school enrollment

Micah Ward - September 20, 2022

17 Senate Republicans say mask requirements are ‘unnecessary’ in Head Start programs

Micah Ward - September 14, 2022

State of the American Student: 3 big ideas for ‘better days’

Matt Zalaznick - September 14, 2022

OP-ED

3 ways hands-on learning makes computer science accessible to all

Jenny Nash - September 22, 2022

Data breach: 6 ways to defend sensitive school data

Tim Chadwick - September 22, 2022

Students struggling at math? Focus on their learning, not on learning gaps

Andrew Coulson - September 20, 2022

Why Congress needs to get serious about K-12 and workforce data

Michele Jolin - September 20, 2022

Web Seminars

Providing English Language Learners with the Right Support, Right Now

Steven Blackburn - September 19, 2022

Delivering Powerful Reading Growth: How One Florida County Boosted Reading Performance

Steven Blackburn - September 2, 2022

Revolutionizing with AI: Increase Classroom Productivity and Support Innovative Teaching

Steven Blackburn - August 22, 2022

Making 1-to-1 Initiatives More Student-Centric with Devices and Beyond

Steven Blackburn - August 16, 2022

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