https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/discipline Discipline en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:27:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-can-principals-protect-teachers-from-aggressive-behavior-teachers-sound-off/2026/09 Teachers say they need more support to handle angry parents and unruly students. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:27:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-can-principals-protect-teachers-from-aggressive-behavior-teachers-sound-off/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/education-department-tells-schools-race-cant-factor-into-student-discipline/2026/08 A letter to educators follows up on last month's rescission of longstanding discrimination rules. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:00:52 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/education-department-tells-schools-race-cant-factor-into-student-discipline/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-this-rural-head-start-program-stands-to-lose-with-federal-changes/2026/08 The federal government just announced plans to de-regulate Head Start. Here's what this might mean. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:27:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/what-this-rural-head-start-program-stands-to-lose-with-federal-changes/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/deepfakes-are-supercharging-cyberbullying-how-should-schools-respond/2026/08 The focus should be on prevention, not punishment, experts say. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:41:52 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/deepfakes-are-supercharging-cyberbullying-how-should-schools-respond/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/high-school-assistant-principal-of-the-year-focuses-on-equity-student-behavior/2026/04 Amanda Jamerson focused on addressing student discipline. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:05:06 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/high-school-assistant-principal-of-the-year-focuses-on-equity-student-behavior/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/aspiring-teachers-arent-being-prepared-to-handle-student-behavior-problems/2026/04 Teacher-quality group unveils a new teacher-prep framework for managing classrooms. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/aspiring-teachers-arent-being-prepared-to-handle-student-behavior-problems/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/restorative-practices-arent-consequence-free-says-a-student-discipline-expert/2026/04 Consistent consequences are important to managing student behavior, says the author of a new book on discipline. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:03:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/restorative-practices-arent-consequence-free-says-a-student-discipline-expert/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/the-state-of-teaching/teaching-learning/teachers-say-student-behavior-has-made-the-job-almost-impossible/2026/03 Teachers say their morale is affected when student misbehavior is on the rise. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:13:08 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/the-state-of-teaching/teaching-learning/teachers-say-student-behavior-has-made-the-job-almost-impossible/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-school-role-helping-prevent-misbehavior-before-it-starts/2026/03 Experienced teachers can spot signs of trouble in students early in the school day. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:45:53 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-school-role-helping-prevent-misbehavior-before-it-starts/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-assistant-principals-build-stronger-school-communities/2026/03 From middle to high school, assistant principals share what they've done to increase engagement and better student behavior. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:33:55 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-assistant-principals-build-stronger-school-communities/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/appeals-court-revives-lawsuit-over-1st-graders-black-lives-matter-drawing/2026/03 A court revived a 1st grader 's claim she was punished for giving a drawing to a Black classmate. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:20:01 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/appeals-court-revives-lawsuit-over-1st-graders-black-lives-matter-drawing/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/the-state-of-teaching/2026/leadership/teachers-say-behavior-problems-arent-just-about-students-its-the-parents Parents are the third rail of the discipline conversation. Teachers say they need backup from their school leaders. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/the-state-of-teaching/2026/leadership/teachers-say-behavior-problems-arent-just-about-students-its-the-parents https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/the-state-of-teaching/2026/teaching-learning/teacher-morale-in-2026-five-takeaways See five highlights from EdWeek's annual, national survey of U.S. teachers. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/the-state-of-teaching/2026/teaching-learning/teacher-morale-in-2026-five-takeaways https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/investigation-finds-shocking-overuse-of-seclusion-and-restraint-in-this-district/2026/02 Restraint and seclusion should not be used in routine school discipline, the Justice Department says. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:21:31 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/investigation-finds-shocking-overuse-of-seclusion-and-restraint-in-this-district/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/informal-classroom-discipline-is-hard-to-track-raising-big-equity-concerns/2026/01 Without adequate support, teachers might resort to these tactics to circumvent prohibitions on suspensions. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:52:29 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/informal-classroom-discipline-is-hard-to-track-raising-big-equity-concerns/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/federal-appeals-court-upholds-8th-graders-expulsion-over-gun-comments-in-class/2025/12 Shortly after a nearby mass school shooting, a student allegedly discussed bringing a gun to school. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:43:22 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/federal-appeals-court-upholds-8th-graders-expulsion-over-gun-comments-in-class/2025/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/court-rejects-discipline-of-student-whose-post-mocked-george-floyds-death/2025/10 An appeals court ruled that a student's off-campus social media post is constitutionally protected. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 20:03:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/court-rejects-discipline-of-student-whose-post-mocked-george-floyds-death/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/do-school-cellphone-bans-work-what-early-findings-tell-us/2025/10 A pair of research projects look at the impact on discipline and academic achievement. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 23:18:29 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/do-school-cellphone-bans-work-what-early-findings-tell-us/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/adhd-is-punished-in-schools-how-teachers-can-flip-the-script/2025/10 These strategies can help manage the behavior of students with ADHD more effectively. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 21:14:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/adhd-is-punished-in-schools-how-teachers-can-flip-the-script/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/student-dress-codes-can-send-the-wrong-message-how-to-get-them-right/2025/08 Recommendations include a climate survey for students and reevaluating subjective language in dress code policies. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 19:24:43 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/student-dress-codes-can-send-the-wrong-message-how-to-get-them-right/2025/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-the-worst-rule-i-ever-had-to-live-with-the-policies-teachers-hate/2025/07 Sometimes, teachers are baffled by the directives coming their way. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 19:32:47 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-the-worst-rule-i-ever-had-to-live-with-the-policies-teachers-hate/2025/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-to-schools-banish-equity-ideology-in-discipline/2025/04 Trump’s latest action continues to take aim at diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 21:50:29 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-to-schools-banish-equity-ideology-in-discipline/2025/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/the-state-of-teaching/2025/teaching-learning/teachers-say-these-5-factors-could-boost-their-morale/ Short of a pay raise, here are the things that could improve teachers' morale. Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/the-state-of-teaching/2025/teaching-learning/teachers-say-these-5-factors-could-boost-their-morale/ https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/what-schools-look-like-without-the-cellphone-distraction/2025/02 Student behavior has improved and disciplinary referrals have gone down, administrators say. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 21:40:54 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/what-schools-look-like-without-the-cellphone-distraction/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-the-latest-civil-rights-data-show-about-racial-disparities-in-schools/2025/01 The U.S. Department of Education released new data from 2021-22 covering students' access to STEM courses, school discipline, and more. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 22:40:32 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-the-latest-civil-rights-data-show-about-racial-disparities-in-schools/2025/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/k-12-essentials-forum/big-ai-questions-for-schools-how-they-should-respond Join this free virtual event to unpack some of the big questions around the use of AI in K-12 education. Thu, 09 Jan 2025 19:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/k-12-essentials-forum/big-ai-questions-for-schools-how-they-should-respond https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/why-schools-need-to-wake-up-to-the-threat-of-ai-deepfakes-and-bullying/2024/12 Schools are underprepared to deal with a deluge of AI-created videos that harm the reputations of students and educators. Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/why-schools-need-to-wake-up-to-the-threat-of-ai-deepfakes-and-bullying/2024/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-restorative-justice-the-classroom-and-policy-can-we-resolve-the-tension/2024/10 Student discipline is one area where school culture and the rules don't always line up. Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-restorative-justice-the-classroom-and-policy-can-we-resolve-the-tension/2024/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/parents-sue-after-school-disciplined-student-for-ai-use-takeaways-for-educators/2024/10 The Massachusetts lawsuit is one of the first to highlight the benefits and challenges of generative AI use in the classroom. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 20:26:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/parents-sue-after-school-disciplined-student-for-ai-use-takeaways-for-educators/2024/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-students-with-disabilities-fare-in-both-charter-and-regular-public-schools/2024/10 Students with disabilities experienced inequities in both types of schools, a new analysis shows. Tue, 08 Oct 2024 18:56:15 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-students-with-disabilities-fare-in-both-charter-and-regular-public-schools/2024/10