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Op-ed
School closures are way down, but delaying these hard choices makes things worse
The 74
Many districts closed their eyes to financial reality. Students are better off if leaders seek proactive solutions sooner rather than later.
Partner Insights
2024 Report: AI in K12 Education
Magma Math
A new study conducted by DATIA K12 asked educators about their current use of AI in schools, their most common challenges, and how they believe AI could transform teaching and learning in the future.
Leadership
One lesson from HISD’s massive bond failure: Don't ignore community engagement.
“You don't listen to us.” Voting against the $4.4 billion proposal became an opportunity for many in the community to express distrust of Houston Superintendent Mike Miles’ aggressive reforms and gruff leadership style.
Recruitment, Hiring, Onboarding, and Retention
Nation’s first school counselor residency launches in rural California
The partnership between Fresno Pacific University and six area school districts is intended to build a pipeline of school counselors and address significant shortages.
Policy and Legislation
Budget battle over Providence schools intensifies as Smiley warns of tax hikes, service cuts
‘It is clear the commissioner views her ability to run our schools as one without checks and balances,’ mayor says.
Operations
Philly school closures to be shaped by community voices, district says
Unlike the last time the district closed schools, officials say this time, they want parents, students, and neighbors to help shape the decision-making from the beginning.
Operations
Resource Page: Emergency operations planning tools and strategies for K12 district leaders
The federal government provides a number of free resources to help district leaders plan for various types of emergencies in school communities.
Policy and Legislation
Study finds Boston’s busing program has had a significant educational impact
The 74
Since 1966, METCO has brought students from Boston to schools in nearby suburbs. Recent research finds that it improved student test scores, attendance, college graduation rates, and lifetime earnings.
Operations
Denver superintendent recommends 7 schools for closure, 3 schools for partial closure
Chalkbeat Colorado
Enrollment in DPS peaked in 2019 and steadily declined in 2020, 2021, and 2022. District leaders predict it will fall another 9% between now and 2028-29 school year.
Op-ed
Big-city districts are beset by financial dysfunction — and kids pay the price
The 74
Students need adults to figure this out with strong district leadership, state guidance and brutal honesty about what's really going on.
Op-ed
Most district leaders hate building, selecting and managing employee benefit plans. Maybe there’s a better way.
This simple process can remove the pressure and politics from the equation and improve outcomes for everyone.
Policy and Legislation
Colorado and Massachusetts see success and challenges with free school meals
While there have been clear benefits of free breakfast and lunch, adequate funding remains one of the primary obstacles to continuation of universal meal programs.
Research
Survey: District leaders find work meaningful, but are experiencing high levels of stress
A wellbeing study of administrators in Arizona cites heavy workloads, staffing shortages, and resource constraints as primary stressors, and offers recommendations for districts and states.
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