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Issues
School principals are the most trusted leaders in the country – more than military and religious leaders and local elected officials, survey data show...
School is one of the safest places for children and adolescents to spend their days. Even so, risks still exist, whether that involves bullying, fights, bomb th...
Shrouded in legalese and confusing acronyms, special education can be a daunting topic to cover for even the most experienced education reporters...
Social and emotional learning has gained widespread attention and focus in K-12 education – with that growth accelerated even more by the pandemic and educati...
When students are unwell — whether they have a run-of-the-mill cold, a chronic illness, or a mental health condition like depression or attention deficit hype...
In theory, the main focus for schools and students is academics – what they learn in their classes...
About 44 million people in the U.S. owe on student loans. At more than $1.5 trillion, education debt now exceeds our credit card balances and auto loans...
Learn about student testing, from federal policies and laws to important background and history. Plus, learn common exams and important terms. Understand the ra...
Coverage of teachers and the teaching profession is central to the education beat, but it requires an understanding of some complex issues — preparation, lice...
