It's especially an issue in states like Arizona and Iowa, where at least some families whose children were already in private school can now take advantage of public funding.

An effective way to prevent disruptions is for superintendents and school boards to strike "social contracts" that cover everyone's commitments, how conflicts will be resolved and how the superintendent and members expect to be treated, among other issues.

Some 40% of parents hardly know anything about artificial intelligence and 60% have no idea how it can be used in an educational setting. Here's where they need help from leaders and educators.

Seven towns held simultaneous special town meetings on Monday and voters soundly rejected a proposed eight-town merger between the Berkshire Hills and Southern Berkshire regional school districts.