Some states with school cellphone policies are now weighing daylong bans, including for high schoolers, prompting pushback over how strict rules should be and concerns about emergency safety.

Research suggests the country is missing its biggest opportunity to prevent youth homelessness—by intervening well before a young person reaches a shelter and years before they are chronically homeless.

Some districts see a shorter school week as a way to attract teaching talent. But many remain skeptical.

National bus driver shortages, worsened by the pandemic, have undercut the traditional school bus. With states strained by federal funding cuts, small-car, ride-hailing and private transport services are stepping in to ferry students.

Live cameras, GPS tracking and navigation have reshaped the school bus experience for students and drivers.

Released time religious instruction is growing, with at least 12 states requiring districts to excuse students for off-campus, faith-based classes if parents request it. Supporters say it expands choice, while critics warn it blurs the line between church and state.

Research on social media’s harmful effects has moved lawmakers to bipartisan action on banning cellphones in schools. Some experts warn that the bans might be difficult to enforce or may be outdated before they even take effect.

Some education boards have told schools to ‘welcome’ agents; others advise holding them off.