https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/indiana Indiana en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:05:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/to-compete-with-school-choice-this-superintendent-turned-to-microschools/2026/10 More school districts have started microschools. George Philhower has started a network of them. Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:05:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/to-compete-with-school-choice-this-superintendent-turned-to-microschools/2026/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/microschools-are-spreading-some-school-districts-have-opened-their-own/2026/09 Districts see the small learning communities as an alternative for families that may otherwise leave. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:01:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/microschools-are-spreading-some-school-districts-have-opened-their-own/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/rfk-jr-calls-for-children-to-have-less-screen-time-and-more-real-life/2026/09 Speakers at an event hosted by the Department of Health and Human Services discuss the harms of student screen time, and possible solutions. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:48:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/rfk-jr-calls-for-children-to-have-less-screen-time-and-more-real-life/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/states-start-to-crack-down-on-4-day-school-weeks/2026/07 Measures limiting when schools can adopt shortened schedules center on maintaining academic achievement. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:16:54 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/states-start-to-crack-down-on-4-day-school-weeks/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-admin-issues-broadest-waiver-yet-on-school-accountability-funding/2026/06 A third state secured new flexibility on how it spends federal school funds and rates high schools. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:22:03 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-admin-issues-broadest-waiver-yet-on-school-accountability-funding/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/sponsor/branching-minds/how-4-large-districts-eliminated-data-silos Discover how district leaders are eliminating data silos and driving measurable, district-wide results Fri, 29 May 2026 18:53:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/sponsor/branching-minds/how-4-large-districts-eliminated-data-silos https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-algebra-hurdle-one-schools-strategy-to-help-students-clear-it/2026/05 An EdWeek video describes an Indiana school's use of tutoring and courses with different levels of rigor to help students. Thu, 14 May 2026 20:30:58 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-algebra-hurdle-one-schools-strategy-to-help-students-clear-it/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/supporting-struggling-math-students-means-building-their-number-sense-and-confidence/2026/05 Two models schools use to help students learn new material—and shore up gaps at the same time. Wed, 06 May 2026 21:24:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/supporting-struggling-math-students-means-building-their-number-sense-and-confidence/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-lesson-schools-can-learn-from-student-athletes-attendance-data/2026/04 A new study has some insights for schools as they struggle to cut chronic absenteeism. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:41:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-lesson-schools-can-learn-from-student-athletes-attendance-data/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/see-which-states-want-ed-dept-s-ok-to-change-testing-federal-school-funding/2026/03 States are seeking potentially significant changes to implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:35:48 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/see-which-states-want-ed-dept-s-ok-to-change-testing-federal-school-funding/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/in-returning-education-to-the-states-how-far-will-trumps-ed-dept-go/2026/03 States' requests for new flexibility from the feds will test just how far the department can go. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:00:55 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/in-returning-education-to-the-states-how-far-will-trumps-ed-dept-go/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/undocumented-students-still-have-a-right-to-education-will-that-change-in-2026/2025/12 State-level challenges to a landmark 1982 Supreme Court ruling are on the rise. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:02:41 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/undocumented-students-still-have-a-right-to-education-will-that-change-in-2026/2025/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/six-ways-high-schools-are-connecting-classrooms-to-careers/2025/12 Two educators share tips on how to create meaningful real-world learning experiences for teenagers. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 21:26:41 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/six-ways-high-schools-are-connecting-classrooms-to-careers/2025/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-districts-set-up-immigration-related-protocols/2025/12 Not all districts establish or communicate immigration-related protocols, survey found. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-districts-set-up-immigration-related-protocols/2025/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/opinion-this-place-feels-like-me-why-my-school-district-needed-a-microschool/2025/11 A superintendent writes about adding a small, flexible learning site to his district's traditional schools. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:59:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/opinion-this-place-feels-like-me-why-my-school-district-needed-a-microschool/2025/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-district-sued-over-thwarting-ice-says-indiana-ags-lawsuit-is-silly/2025/11 The lawsuit says Indianapolis Public Schools blocked ICE from school grounds without a warrant or emergency. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 21:24:31 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-district-sued-over-thwarting-ice-says-indiana-ags-lawsuit-is-silly/2025/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-educators-can-teach-civics-in-todays-political-climate/2025/09 Experts share tips on ways to approach civics education with civility and critical thinking. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:31:42 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-educators-can-teach-civics-in-todays-political-climate/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/appeals-court-backs-school-in-anti-abortion-clubs-flyer-dispute/2025/08 A federal appeals court upheld an Indiana school district's limitation on a Students for Life club's political messages on school walls. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 21:46:33 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/appeals-court-backs-school-in-anti-abortion-clubs-flyer-dispute/2025/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-we-get-to-be-a-kayak-why-this-superintendent-isnt-panicking-over-politics/2025/04 A small, rural district is ready to prove the relevance of its schools to parents and policymakers. Mon, 28 Apr 2025 20:00:46 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-we-get-to-be-a-kayak-why-this-superintendent-isnt-panicking-over-politics/2025/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/which-states-are-challenging-undocumented-students-right-to-free-education/2025/03 States are reviving efforts to challenge the 1982 Plyler v. Doe ruling that guarantees undocumented students a free, public education. Mon, 17 Mar 2025 20:11:27 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/which-states-are-challenging-undocumented-students-right-to-free-education/2025/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/supreme-court-wont-take-up-case-on-schools-bias-response-policies/2025/03 Over the dissents of two justices, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to weigh a case about educational institutions' bias-reporting policies. Mon, 03 Mar 2025 22:38:56 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/supreme-court-wont-take-up-case-on-schools-bias-response-policies/2025/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/legal-fights-highlight-clashes-over-transgender-students-pronouns-in-schools/2025/01 A federal court weighs the case of a teacher who refused to use students' chosen names and pronouns, as similar questions arise elsewhere. Thu, 23 Jan 2025 23:03:59 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/legal-fights-highlight-clashes-over-transgender-students-pronouns-in-schools/2025/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-should-high-school-change-these-districts-may-have-the-answer/2024/09 By supporting learning that takes place outside the classroom, districts—and states—are starting to rethink an age-old institution. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:03:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-should-high-school-change-these-districts-may-have-the-answer/2024/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/students-at-this-high-school-do-internships-its-a-game-changer/2024/09 A superintendent challenged his high school to get half of seniors engaged in learning outside the building. Students responded. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/students-at-this-high-school-do-internships-its-a-game-changer/2024/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/bidens-title-ix-rule-takes-effect-amid-a-confusing-legal-landscape/2024/07 The rule that expands protections for LGBTQ+ students is effective Aug. 1, but injunctions currently block it in 26 states. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 23:17:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/bidens-title-ix-rule-takes-effect-amid-a-confusing-legal-landscape/2024/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/which-states-ban-or-restrict-cellphones-in-schools/2024/06 See which states are requiring cellphone restrictions or bans in schools. Fri, 28 Jun 2024 18:22:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/which-states-ban-or-restrict-cellphones-in-schools/2024/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/applying-the-science-of-reading-3-state-leaders-on-putting-policy-into-practice/2024/02 Officials discussed how their states have attempted a multifaceted approach to reading improvement. Thu, 22 Feb 2024 22:01:20 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/applying-the-science-of-reading-3-state-leaders-on-putting-policy-into-practice/2024/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2024/with-a-steady-hand-a-superintendent-guides-her-district-through-big-changes When Aleesia Johnson became superintendent of the Indianapolis schools, Indiana’s largest district needed much more than a patch job. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2024/with-a-steady-hand-a-superintendent-guides-her-district-through-big-changes https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/leadership/how-to-manage-big-emotions-during-difficult-district-transitions/2024/02 A big-city superintendent discusses how she balances strong public sentiment with staying the course on a major improvement initiative. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/leadership/how-to-manage-big-emotions-during-difficult-district-transitions/2024/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-science-of-reading-in-2024-5-state-initiatives-to-watch/2024/01 These actions join a mounting tide of reading legislation across the country. Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:19:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-science-of-reading-in-2024-5-state-initiatives-to-watch/2024/01