In many math classrooms, instructional design can unintentionally create barriers for students with disabilities—particularly when learning relies heavily on language and abstract symbols before students have the opportunity to reason and explore. When access is limited, engagement and progress can suffer. Increasing access to visual-first learning environments helps ensure that students can demonstrate their understanding […]

Cellphone bans plans are satisfying no one: Parents have concerns about reaching their child in the event of an emergency; teachers aren't happy about their new role as the phone police; and students don't gain anything when technology is taken away.

Districts varied in their approach to supporting student activism. Here's some advice on how to handle future demonstrations.

With the growing movement toward school choice, community connections are disappearing, especially in high-poverty neighborhoods.