https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/girls Girls en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:30:18 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/female-athletes-physical-and-mental-struggle-to-recover-from-torn-acls/2026/04 For many female athletes who tear their anterior cruciate ligaments, the arduous hours spent recovering through physical therapy are only part of the battle. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:30:18 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/female-athletes-physical-and-mental-struggle-to-recover-from-torn-acls/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/for-young-female-athletes-the-damage-from-acl-tears-goes-well-beyond-the-physical/2026/04 Teenage girls are more prone to ACL tears, and the injuries can upend their mental health and academic achievement. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:48:10 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/for-young-female-athletes-the-damage-from-acl-tears-goes-well-beyond-the-physical/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2026/meet-the-sports-lady-reenergizing-her-districts-athletics This athletics leader is working to reverse post-pandemic declines, especially for girls. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2026/meet-the-sports-lady-reenergizing-her-districts-athletics https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-a-tutors-gender-affects-girls-interest-in-stem/2025/05 Pairing girls with female math tutors increases STEM interest and improves academic performance in math, a Stanford study finds. Wed, 21 May 2025 19:39:52 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-a-tutors-gender-affects-girls-interest-in-stem/2025/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/girls-had-nearly-closed-the-stem-gap-with-boys-its-opening-again/2025/05 The gap between girls and boys in STEM subjects had almost closed pre-pandemic. It's opening again. Tue, 13 May 2025 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/girls-had-nearly-closed-the-stem-gap-with-boys-its-opening-again/2025/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2025/computer-science-for-all-this-district-leader-is-making-it-a-reality An initiative to create and expand a computer science program pays big dividends in a Colorado district. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2025/computer-science-for-all-this-district-leader-is-making-it-a-reality https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/teaching-learning/closing-the-gender-gap-in-computer-science-starts-with-student-input/2025/02 Girls are less likely to take computer science then their male peers. Designing classes that appeal to them can help close the gap. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/teaching-learning/closing-the-gender-gap-in-computer-science-starts-with-student-input/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/one-change-that-can-get-more-girls-students-of-color-taking-computer-science/2024/10 Making computer science classes a graduation requirement can be a powerful strategy. Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/one-change-that-can-get-more-girls-students-of-color-taking-computer-science/2024/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/educators-tend-to-view-black-girls-more-harshly-here-are-the-consequences/2024/09 Schools discipline Black girls more frequently and severely than their white peers—even for similar incidents. Thu, 19 Sep 2024 20:55:03 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/educators-tend-to-view-black-girls-more-harshly-here-are-the-consequences/2024/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/another-state-could-mandate-period-education-will-it-catch-on/2024/09 Few states mandate menstrual education, as lawmakers nationally scrutinize what can be discussed about gender in the classroom. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 20:44:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/another-state-could-mandate-period-education-will-it-catch-on/2024/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/teen-mental-health-showing-signs-of-improvement/2024/08 New CDC data shows a small decrease in the percentage of teens reporting persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Fri, 09 Aug 2024 20:53:48 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/teen-mental-health-showing-signs-of-improvement/2024/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/states-that-require-period-products-for-free-in-schools/2024/06 More and more states are either requiring K-12 schools to stock pads and tampons, or provide funding for schools to do so. Mon, 10 Jun 2024 20:40:55 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/states-that-require-period-products-for-free-in-schools/2024/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/more-schools-stock-tampons-and-pads-but-access-is-still-a-problem/2024/06 Period products are becoming more commonplace in schools. But there are gaps in funding—and in access, a barrier for lower-income students. Mon, 10 Jun 2024 20:40:31 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/more-schools-stock-tampons-and-pads-but-access-is-still-a-problem/2024/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/women-leaders-advancing-stem-opportunities-for-girls This Women's History Month, join us & learn how district leaders empower girls in STEM! Discover strategies, best practices & actionable steps to bridge the opportunity gap. Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:24 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/women-leaders-advancing-stem-opportunities-for-girls https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-4-ways-to-present-stem-role-models-girls-will-find-inspiring/2024/03 Merely exposing students to female scientists isn’t enough to get them to pursue careers in STEM. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-4-ways-to-present-stem-role-models-girls-will-find-inspiring/2024/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-dress-codes-often-target-girls-what-happens-when-male-teachers-have-to-enforce-them/2024/02 Male teachers say the task can put them in a risky and uncomfortable position. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 20:57:08 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-dress-codes-often-target-girls-what-happens-when-male-teachers-have-to-enforce-them/2024/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-state-of-girls-mental-health-and-self-confidence-in-charts/2023/11 Girls are at greater risk than boys for mental health problems. Social media amplifies the challenges that have always been there. Thu, 09 Nov 2023 19:34:36 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-state-of-girls-mental-health-and-self-confidence-in-charts/2023/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/girls-self-confidence-has-plummeted-a-new-survey-shows/2023/11 With girls at particular risk for mental health problems, a new survey offers a glimpse at what might be driving the phenomenon. Thu, 02 Nov 2023 23:33:20 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/girls-self-confidence-has-plummeted-a-new-survey-shows/2023/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/computer-science-courses-are-on-the-rise-but-girls-are-still-half-as-likely-to-take-it/2023/11 Schools expanded the availability of foundational computer science classes, but stubborn gaps in access to those courses persist. Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/computer-science-courses-are-on-the-rise-but-girls-are-still-half-as-likely-to-take-it/2023/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-skating-into-stem-teaching-middle-school-girls-math-through-movement/2023/07 This Illinois program is fostering an interest in STEM for middle school girls through figure skating. Fri, 21 Jul 2023 19:51:18 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-skating-into-stem-teaching-middle-school-girls-math-through-movement/2023/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/no-being-bullied-or-ignored-doesnt-make-kids-stronger/2023/04 Teens with a history of negative peer interactions feel the sting of being bullied or excluded much more than other kids, research shows. Fri, 07 Apr 2023 17:25:58 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/no-being-bullied-or-ignored-doesnt-make-kids-stronger/2023/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/students-push-schools-to-overhaul-dress-codes-their-success-stories-and-lessons-learned/2023/03 How girls and LGBTQ+ students punished for dress code violations fought to overhaul district policies. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:58:35 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/students-push-schools-to-overhaul-dress-codes-their-success-stories-and-lessons-learned/2023/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/high-school-students-challenge-dress-code-after-girls-photos-were-censored/2023/03 After 80 girls' yearbook photos were censored in one high school in Florida, then-freshman Riley O'Keefe fought to change the dress code. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:53:53 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/high-school-students-challenge-dress-code-after-girls-photos-were-censored/2023/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-athletes-suspended-for-wearing-sports-bras-to-practice-changed-the-dress-code/2023/03 Thirteen track athletes were suspended for wearing sports bras to practice. They fought the decision and pushed for a changed dress code. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 19:50:51 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-athletes-suspended-for-wearing-sports-bras-to-practice-changed-the-dress-code/2023/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/what-girls-say-social-media-is-doing-to-their-sleep-and-mental-health/2023/03 Many teen girls say they spend much more time on social media—especially TikTok—than they intend to, according to a report. Thu, 30 Mar 2023 09:03:58 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/what-girls-say-social-media-is-doing-to-their-sleep-and-mental-health/2023/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-teachers-try-this-giving-middle-school-girls-a-space-where-they-belong/2023/02 A teacher created a club for her middle school girls that doesn’t require special skills or money to join, but where they can all fit in. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:24:04 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-teachers-try-this-giving-middle-school-girls-a-space-where-they-belong/2023/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/female-and-lgbtq-teens-report-record-high-levels-of-mental-health-challenges-cdc-finds/2023/02 A new CDC report urges schools to invest in students' well-being. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 23:49:06 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/female-and-lgbtq-teens-report-record-high-levels-of-mental-health-challenges-cdc-finds/2023/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/close-the-gender-gap-getting-girls-excited-about-stem Join female STEM leaders as they discuss the importance of early cheerleaders, real life role models, and female networks of support. Mon, 06 Feb 2023 21:32:47 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/close-the-gender-gap-getting-girls-excited-about-stem https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-to-build-girls-interest-and-confidence-in-stem-learning/2022/12 Too often, girls aren’t introduced to STEM career opportunities until high school, but that could be too late. Mon, 12 Dec 2022 21:38:21 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-to-build-girls-interest-and-confidence-in-stem-learning/2022/12