Mental health diagnoses among kids fell by about 43% after schools reopened, a new study shows. Researchers say the data underscores how strongly students rely on in-person school for connection and stability.

Federal policy and AI drew a lot more attention than typical local issues in school board meetings nationwide. Here's what other topics are top-of-mind.

A superintendent's leadership—steady, visible, communicative and inclusive—is the throughline that sustains a district through its most challenging moments and positions it for renewed stability.

Indiana school districts are already cutting staff as new property tax reductions shrink their budgets, a statewide survey shows. Nearly all responding districts reported negative impacts and expect deeper shortfalls ahead.