Policy & Politics
Education news, analysis, and opinion about the legislation, guidance, policies and people involved in federal and state government
Federal
What a National School Choice Program Under President Trump Might Look Like
School choice advocates鈥攁nd detractors鈥攕ee a second Trump term as the biggest opportunity in decades for choice at the federal level.
Federal
5 Things to Know About Linda McMahon, Trump's Pick for Education Secretary
President-elect Donald Trump鈥檚 selection, the former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment has long spoken favorably about school choice.
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Trump's Education Secretary Pick Is Linda McMahon, Former WWE CEO
McMahon led the Small Business Administration in Trump's first term and is co-chair of the president-elect's transition team.
Law & Courts
The Uncertainty Ahead for Title IX and Transgender 69传媒 in Trump's New Term
Trump may not be able to withdraw the Title IX rule on "Day 1," but advocates on both sides expect it to go away.
States
A State Changed Anti-Bias Guidelines for Teachers After a Lawsuit. Will Others?
The lawsuit filed by a conservative law firm took issue with state guidelines on examining biases and diversifying curriculum.
Federal
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Linda McMahon: 5 Things to Know About Trump's Choice for Education Secretary
President-elect Donald Trump plans to nominate former pro-wrestling CEO Linda McMahon to lead the education department.
Federal
The K-12 World Reacts to Linda McMahon, Trump's Choice for Education Secretary
Some question her lack of experience in education, while supporters say her business background is a major asset.
School & District Management
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EdMarketer Quick Hit: What鈥檚 Trending among K-12 Leaders?
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States Oklahoma Superintendent Prays for Trump in Video He's Requiring for 69传媒Two of the state's largest districts say they won't show the video, in which Superintendent Ryan Walters prays for the president-elect.
Federal What Could RFK Jr. as HHS Secretary Mean for School Vaccine Requirements?The vaccine skeptic in line to lead the mammoth federal agency could influence schools' vaccine rules, even though they're set by states.
Federal Can Trump Force 69传媒 to Change Their Curricula?Trump's bid to take money from schools that teach "critical race theory" or pass policies for transgender kids raises legal complexities.
Federal Trump Chooses Anti-Vaccine Activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health SecretaryKennedy has espoused misinformation around vaccine safety, including pushing a discredited theory that childhood vaccines cause autism.
Federal Video Trump鈥檚 Pledge to Ax the Education Department: Can He Do That?Trump would need approval from Congress to dismantle the Education Department or change federal education policy.
Federal What Elon Musk's New Role in the Trump Administration Could Mean for 69传媒Musk鈥檚 new role as a chief architect of Trump鈥檚 plan to slash and remake the federal government may have big implications for schools.
Equity & Diversity
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Spotlight on Equity
This Spotlight will help you explore critical issues related to DEI, as well as strategies to address disparities in access and opportunity.
Professional Development
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Spotlight on Professional Development
This Spotlight will help you explore innovative approaches to PD that prioritize teacher needs and foster meaningful learning experiences.
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Federal Nex Benedict's District Was 'Indifferent to 69传媒' Civil Rights,' Feds FindFederal officials found an Oklahoma district responded inconsistently to sexual-harassment claims.
Federal Opinion With Trump in Office, 69传媒 Should Ask Themselves These QuestionsThe incoming administration could change many laws and rules that would affect public education. Larry Ferlazzo explains how to respond.
Federal Trump's Potential Picks for Education Secretary: What to KnowWho could be tapped to lead an agency the president-elect has pledged to abolish?
Law & Courts Ten Commandments Law for Public 69传媒 Is 'Impermissible,' Judge RulesThe Louisiana law would require displays of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom.
Policy & Politics Opinion Trump's Win Is a Wake-Up Call for Educators. Here's WhyFollowing the election, those in and around K-12 should reflect shared values and turn down the heat.
Federal Opinion A Reminder to America: We Still Agree on More Than We Don鈥檛In the wake of the election, the education sector has important work ahead to bridge our political differences.
School districts need innovative products capable of meeting an increasingly diverse array of language needs.
The founder of ClassHook talks about the organization's decision to pursue slow-but-steady fundraising and its recent acquisition.
The major companies have made an ambitious bet on creating an integrated curriculum and assessment platform.
A Virginia district is looking for textbooks, while a Texas school system seeks professional development consulting.