https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/sports Sports en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:12:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-its-football-season-that-matters-more-to-schools-than-it-should/2026/09 How did athletics beat out academics as the highest priority for public schools? Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:12:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-its-football-season-that-matters-more-to-schools-than-it-should/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/title-ix-doesnt-require-transgender-athletes-exclusion-judge-rules/2026/09 A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit from the Trump administration alleging California violated Title IX. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:24:45 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/title-ix-doesnt-require-transgender-athletes-exclusion-judge-rules/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/when-gunfire-interrupts-high-school-football-what-schools-should-do/2026/08 Education Week has recorded 43 shootings tied to high school football games since 2018. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:16:22 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/when-gunfire-interrupts-high-school-football-what-schools-should-do/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/what-schools-need-to-know-about-the-supreme-courts-transgender-sports-ruling/2026/07 The justices upheld two state laws that bar transgender girls from participating in female sports. Thu, 02 Jul 2026 20:10:23 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/what-schools-need-to-know-about-the-supreme-courts-transgender-sports-ruling/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/turn-athletic-facilities-into-school-wide-communication-hubs Districts are turning idle scoreboards into revenue streams, student learning opportunities, and community platforms. See how yours can too. Wed, 20 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/turn-athletic-facilities-into-school-wide-communication-hubs https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-district-refuses-to-sign-federal-agreement-change-trans-student-rules/2026/05 The district refused to sign the agreement despite the looming threats of funding cuts. Tue, 12 May 2026 13:38:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-district-refuses-to-sign-federal-agreement-change-trans-student-rules/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/building-resilient-students-leadership-beyond-the-classroom How can schools build resilient, confident students? Join education leaders to explore new strategies for leadership and well-being. Wed, 06 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/webinar/building-resilient-students-leadership-beyond-the-classroom 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/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/teaching-learning/opinion-the-weight-room-is-the-best-classroom-in-my-school/2026/03 The lessons I’ve learned as a strength and conditioning coach make me a better classroom teacher. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:26:26 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-the-weight-room-is-the-best-classroom-in-my-school/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-why-a-good-school-needs-both-coaches-and-referees/2026/02 If teachers are forced into being referees, they can't fill that role properly or coach well, either. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-why-a-good-school-needs-both-coaches-and-referees/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/want-kids-to-have-better-sel-skills-try-using-sports/2026/02 In a panel discussion, district leaders and an expert discuss why sports is a great place to learn life skills. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:42:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/want-kids-to-have-better-sel-skills-try-using-sports/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/leadership/youth-sports-can-turn-toxic-this-district-focuses-on-prevention/2026/02 As sideline behavior worsens, athletic leaders focus on prevention, safety, and resetting expectations. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/leadership/youth-sports-can-turn-toxic-this-district-focuses-on-prevention/2026/02 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/great-lifelong-habits-how-this-district-is-keeping-young-kids-off-screens/2026/01 Can a massive expansion of extracurricular activities help build social-emotional skills in early grades? Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/great-lifelong-habits-how-this-district-is-keeping-young-kids-off-screens/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/supreme-court-signals-support-for-state-bans-on-trans-girls-in-sports/2026/01 The U.S. Supreme Court weighed Idaho and West Virginia laws that bar transgender girls from sports. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 23:34:57 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/supreme-court-signals-support-for-state-bans-on-trans-girls-in-sports/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/school-sports-case-reaches-the-supreme-court-at-a-fraught-time-for-trans-rights/2026/01 The justices will consider state laws that bar transgender girls from participating in female sports. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:32:07 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/school-sports-case-reaches-the-supreme-court-at-a-fraught-time-for-trans-rights/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-how-one-district-made-pickleball-an-inclusive-varsity-sport/2025/10 Kids with IEP and 504 plans play alongside their peers on one district's varsity pickleball team. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:50:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-how-one-district-made-pickleball-an-inclusive-varsity-sport/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/new-supreme-court-term-puts-transgender-student-rights-in-the-spotlight/2025/10 The justices will weigh state laws that bar transgender girls from female athletics, amid other issues of interest to educators in new term Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:58:21 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/new-supreme-court-term-puts-transgender-student-rights-in-the-spotlight/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-the-top-priority-for-this-districts-first-female-athletic-director/2025/09 Protecting student-athletes from heat-related injuries and illnesses is the top priority for this district's first female athletic director. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:44:28 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-the-top-priority-for-this-districts-first-female-athletic-director/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-admin-drops-bid-to-change-a-title-ix-rule-through-energy-dept/2025/09 The administration has used multiple agencies to enforce its view of the sex-discrimination law. Mon, 15 Sep 2025 19:44:15 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-admin-drops-bid-to-change-a-title-ix-rule-through-energy-dept/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/student-safety-everything-you-need-to-know-about-heat-stroke/2025/09 As summer heat waves stretch later into fall—and with higher temperatures arriving earlier in spring—protecting student-athletes from heat-related illnesses has become a year-round concern. Mon, 15 Sep 2025 17:50:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/student-safety-everything-you-need-to-know-about-heat-stroke/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-one-small-change-helped-this-football-team-prevent-heat-injuries/2025/09 Dehydration and heat stroke are serious concerns for high schools and their athletics programs. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 19:10:54 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/video-one-small-change-helped-this-football-team-prevent-heat-injuries/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/heat-illness-is-preventable-even-on-a-budget-experts-say/2025/09 Building awareness of risk is a critically important strategy for under-resourced school districts. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 20:27:34 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/heat-illness-is-preventable-even-on-a-budget-experts-say/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/we-can-save-other-athletes-how-one-state-is-fighting-heat-related-deaths/2025/09 The state has encouraged schools to modify their practices and monitoring during tough conditions. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 20:26:52 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/we-can-save-other-athletes-how-one-state-is-fighting-heat-related-deaths/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/trauma-or-motivation-educators-reflect-on-the-presidential-fitness-tests-return/2025/08 The return of the Presidential Fitness Test sparks memories of shame, fun, and the thrill of victory for educators who did it as children. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 20:23:49 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/trauma-or-motivation-educators-reflect-on-the-presidential-fitness-tests-return/2025/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-revives-the-presidential-fitness-test-will-it-look-the-same/2025/08 A new generation of students could be tested on how fast they run the mile and how many pushups they can do. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 20:00:57 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-revives-the-presidential-fitness-test-will-it-look-the-same/2025/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/supreme-court-to-weigh-state-laws-barring-transgender-athletes-in-girls-sports/2025/07 The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to take up transgender sports laws from Idaho and West Virginia, among the 27 states that have such laws. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 19:08:39 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/supreme-court-to-weigh-state-laws-barring-transgender-athletes-in-girls-sports/2025/07