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Shutting down schools is controversial. But is it common?

Two large districts scrapped controversial plans for shutting down schools, with the fallout costing one California superintendent his job.

How E-Rate can fill ESSER’s gaps for technology services

Without pandemic relief, E-Rate, and a new federally funded pilot program for cybersecurity, can help districts sustain critical tech investments.

Public school enrollment: Are there warning signs in the latest numbers?

Public school enrollment dipped slightly in the most recent count and there are some bigger, long-term warning signs in the early grades.

School scheduling: 3 things every superintendent should know

Better schedules can be a major lever for improvement, simultaneously helping raise student achievement and lower costs.

Boiling point: How to predict the post-ESSER pressure cooker

While post-ESSER transition presents significant challenges, it also offers an opportunity for districts to reassess priorities and innovate.

School boards: These topics were more in focus in 2024

At the top of the list are CTE and pre-K, two concepts at opposite ends of the K12 spectrum, according to the school data tracking firm Burbio.

Teacher pay: Bigger raises and better benefits will ease shortages

Teachers report that their pay grew over the last two school years. But the average raises fell far below the increases teachers desired, according to a new survey.

Building Efficiency: Real District Stories of Enhanced Administrative Processes

Date & Time: Tuesday, December 17 at 2 p.m. ET

In this webinar, discover how K-12 districts are transforming engagement, breaking down silos to drive greater efficiency, streamlining processes and strengthening communication across departments. Gain actionable insights to help you enhance collaboration and connection in your own district.

ESSER made us do things differently. What’s next?

Here are some lessons from ESSER that can help states, districts and schools get the most out of their existing dollars and build partnerships that can expand their funds going forward.

Open enrollment: New study grades every state on mobility

In the five states that got the highest grades—Oklahoma, Idaho, Arizona, West Virginia and Utah—public schools are free and open to all students who want to transfer between schools or districts.