Funding technology initiatives in uncertain times
Educational Leadership
The important policies and funding decisions that impact every level of school leadership
Funding technology initiatives in uncertain times
Be intentional about where to look for funds, how to frame proposals, and how to measure and share impact
Radical transparency in school benefits: A smarter way to manage public dollars
Transparency is a path to fiscal responsibility, employee trust, and strategic clarity
Why should we care about cuts to funding for science education?
Meaningful science education is crucial for improving all of our lives, from the lives of children and youth to future and current classroom teachers
How the FY25 funding freeze impacts students across America
AASA survey results from 628 superintendents across 43 states reveal the real-world impact of the FY25 federal funding freeze
School choice and homeschool freedom go hand in hand
Efforts to increase homeschool regulations have been spurred by the growth in home education in the wake of COVID-19
Why the Trump administration grounded these middle schoolers’ drones–and other STEM research
Sixteen states sued to stop Trump’s NSF cuts, which represent a significant hit for STEM education research
Trump nominee Penny Schwinn pledges alignment with president’s education agenda after GOP criticism
Schwinn said abolishing the Education Department is a call to explore opportunities and options around what is in the best interest of students
Trump moved fast and broke things in education–but what he’s creating isn’t clear
Critics and allies alike say they’ve been stunned by the speed at which Trump has moved to enact his education agenda
The U.S. had the blueprint for a high-class education–but abandoned it
The U.S. was on the path to a great education system, but lost sight of what made its schools inspirational
Federal judge blocks Trump’s Education Dept. shutdown, orders reinstatement of laid off staff
American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten heralded the judge’s ruling
White House order prioritizes AI in schools
Incorporating AI into education and providing AI training for educators will help equip the next generation of American AI innovators
Programs like tutoring in jeopardy after Linda McMahon terminates COVID aid spending extensions
The federal department did not respond to questions about how much money is being withheld or how many states or school districts are affected
Halting education research in the name of ‘government efficiency’ is incredibly inefficient
These state and federal actions not only threaten science and innovation but also undermine the work of researchers seeking to make a difference in people's lives
Trump signs executive order that aims to close U.S. Department of Education
The Education Department administers billions of dollars in federal assistance through programs such as Title I and IDEA
U.S. Department of Education slashes staff
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order to start the process of eliminating the department
Linda McMahon is confirmed as education secretary–DOGE and a department overhaul await her
McMahon described a “final mission” for the agency that would “profoundly impact staff, budgets, and agency operations"
Immigration arrests at schools loom after Trump changes longstanding policy
The end of treating schools as sensitive locations is just one of many executive actions on immigration that the new Trump administration has taken
What teachers want Donald Trump to know about their schools and their jobs
Teachers care deeply about their students, want to prepare them for success, and are doing a tough job in increasingly challenging circumstances
Dismantling the U.S. Department of Education
Advocates argue for greater local control and efficiency; critics highlight risks to equity, access
Special education staffing shortages put students’ futures at risk–how to solve that is tricky
While the number of special education teachers has risen over the past two decades, the demand still outpaces the supply
Trump picks Linda McMahon to lead, and possibly dismantle, Education Department
Getting rid of the U.S. Education Department would be a substantial task that would divide Republicans and require significant political will to carry out
Trump has won a second term–here’s what that means for schools
Lawmakers may balk at proposals they see as expanding the federal role or disadvantaging their constituents
COVID money countdown: Schools exhaust pandemic aid as federal help winds down
Schools that have any money not earmarked by Sept. 30 could eventually have to return the funds to the federal government
As Kamala Harris ascends to Democratic presidential frontrunner, get to know her education record
Harris almost immediately secured the endorsements of the American Federation of Teachers and the National Education Association
Kamala Harris backs teachers unions and LGBTQ rights, blasts book bans in AFT speech
Harris emphasized the importance of unions--noteworthy at a time when some cast teachers unions as working in opposition to students and families
Federal COVID relief dollars improved student test scores, two new studies find
The studies come as education activists and politicians debate the impact of federal spending, and as states and school districts consider which programs to continue
The clock is ticking on ESSER funds
The impending deadline represents a moment to recall the magnitude of the program and where it stands
3 strategies to maximize ESSER funds
Allocating funds for edtech and digital learning solutions helps school leaders prioritize student success
Six tips for districts to avoid the next funding cliff
Managing a tech budget requires planning and flexibility to ensure teachers and learners have the tools and access they need
Moving beyond transparency to accessibility and awareness
Useful and effective transparency requires a shift from simply providing information to actively ensuring its comprehension and usability
It’s time to pay student teachers
Paraprofessionals and childcare providers are poised to fill essential teaching roles. Let’s remove barriers to their advancement
Using tech to drive innovation in early care and education
New industry resources and technology can bridge gaps between compliance, convenience, and high-quality early education
It’s budget season: How are you preparing for the fiscal cliff?
District leaders should embrace final ESSER dollars for shedding systemic clutter
K-12 edtech survey notes growth obstacles attributed to insufficient leadership depth
The Edtech Leadership Collective’s second annual report provides timely analysis on C-suite imperatives for navigating a more complex work environment
What a 4-day school week might mean for your district
Evidence is mounting that a 4dsw could help attract and retain teachers, manage scheduling for rural districts, and impact students’ sleep
How to find the right edtech tools for public schools
Discover the ideal edtech tools for public schools, even with limited funding--navigate the landscape of educational technology on a budget
Here’s why anecdotes are as important as data in edtech decisions
A decision-maker should not hesitate to reach out to their nationwide network of peers to get honest, unfettered feedback
District leaders: Act now to avoid financial disasters after COVID relief funding ends
Districts must plan to identify and mitigate impending budget gaps and build strategies for long-term financial health
As COVID relief spending deadlines loom, one district moves ahead with an uncommon tech plan
Pressure is hitting districts as they face a Sept. 30 deadline to commit dollars from the second of three stimulus packages--and a year later, another deadline to spend the third, largest, and final installment
Districts brace for fiscal cliff as COVID relief funding nears an end
