Golden Ring Middle School Closing
Baltimore County Public Schools has announced the closing of Golden Ring Middle School. This comes as no surprise; however, some say there was a lack of communication from school officials.
Federal Officials Reiterate Protections for LGBTQ+ Student Groups
A federal law protects LGBTQ+ student clubs like gender and sexuality alliances, the U.S. Department of Education stressed.
From Clever Fun to Destructive Chaos: Here’s How Social Media Is Intensifying Senior Pranks
Senior pranks are going viral on social media platforms, for better or worse.
Teaching ‘Grand Students’: A Principal Treasures Her Work With Multiple Generations
A New Jersey principal built connections over multiple generations of families.
What These Retiring Principals Will Never Forget
Education Week asked four principals who are retiring this year to share a memory of their life in education that will stay with them.
‘The Kids Never Once Doubted I Loved Them’: A Principal’s Deep Connections With Students
Kansas middle school principal will remember the decades-long relationships she’s built with students.
How to Support Male School Leaders of Color. 6 Tips From a District-University Partnership
Chicago schools and National Louis University are working to increase school leaders who are Black and Latino men.
A Fading School Reform? Mayoral Control Is Ending in Another City
Chicago will phase out mayoral control of its schools by 2027, becoming the latest city to drop the model.
Lack of Transparency: Maryland State Education Department Under Fire for Concealing Student Test Results
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) is facing scrutiny and controversy over its handling of student test results. An investigation by Project Baltimore has revealed that the state is concealing and redacting school results, raising concerns about transparency and accountability. During a recent board meeting, Project Baltimore attempted to speak with key officials responsible for …
Richmond, Va., Schools Rename the Last of Their Confederate-Named Schools
The name changes may mark a turning point in the nationwide campaign to rename schools named for Confederate figures.