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New research finds ‘record-breaking’ number of K-12 cyber incidents in 2020

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The most widespread cyber incidents were ransomware attacks, in which a hacker infiltrates a network and hold it for ransom, along with data breaches of student and staff personal data that included everything from bullying reports to Social Security numbers.

Minnesota education commissioner resigns

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Gov. Walz selected Deputy Education Commissioner Heather Mueller to take over the agency, starting on April 1.

Oregon school district won’t renew contracts for police in schools

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Superintendent Christy Perry told school board members the district has decided not to renew its contracts to station 11 police officers in local schools, nearly a year after local activists began pushing for a change.

How lockdown drills affect America’s children

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The question at the heart of this debate is what causes more harm in a student’s life: the threat of a school shooting occurring or the constant stress from lockdown drills?

10 lessons from past educational disruptions

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Based on the research on past educational disruptions, the answers are sobering: We should expect large learning losses that will affect the current generation of students for the rest of their lives.

Los Angeles schools could reopen starting in April under deal with teachers

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"With all of our key safety protocols met, this agreement reflects a uniform health and safety plan that we can be proud of as educators and that puts us on the path for a safe return, across LAUSD and in all of our schools," UTLA President Cecily Myart-Cruz said.

New book helps IEP teams plan ahead to provide FAPE during emergency school closures

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Preparing for the Unexpected: Individualized Contingency Plans for Students With Disabilities helps team members understand how to develop student-specific contingency plans while complying with the IDEA's procedural and FAPE requirements,

Lawsuit challenging N.Y.C. school segregation targets gifted programs (subscription)

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The sweeping complaint accuses New York City of maintaining a segregated school system and seeks to establish the right to an anti-racist education.

Illinois Gov. Pritzker signs Education and Workforce Equity Act into law

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The omnibus legislation, which was drafted by the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus, addresses early childhood, primary, secondary and higher education.

Texas teachers are making surprise visits to students who are struggling with online learning

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"Home visits have been an opportunity to extend support to families who are feeling overwhelmed by remote learning."

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