Lead Story
LAUSD to Limit Screen Time for All Students, Prohibit Use Among Youngest Students
The resolution, approved unanimously Tuesday, requires that a screen time policy proposal be presented for board approval by June.
Today's Coverage
Oklahoma Governor Signs Landmark Childhood Reading Bill Into Law
OKLAHOMA CITY — Major changes to early childhood reading policies, including a return to strict third-grade retention, are now law in Oklahoma after being a top talking point throughout the 2026 legislative session. Gov. Kevin Stitt signed Senate Bill 1778 while surrounded by state leaders and students at John W. Rex C…
Teachers’ Union Issues Vote of No Confidence in Idaho Governor
Gov. Brad Little has officially lost support of the teachers’ union after he signed a “union-busting” bill earlier this month. The Idaho Education Association (IEA) issued a vote of no confidence in the Republican governor over the weekend. Members “overwhelmingly” supported the motion as part of IEA’s Delegate Assembl…
For Students Labeled 'Emotionally Disturbed,' Separation Can Lead to Isolation
Every school has problem students, but some are labeled emotionally disturbed (ED) and taught separately from others.
Ohio Launches a Statewide Attendance Dashboard
The dashboard is an online tool that compiles self-reported data from districts and schools across the state, aiming to assist administrators, parents and taxpayers in identifying trends in attendance patterns down to the grade level.
CoSN2026: Practical Cybersecurity Strategies for Small and Midsize Districts
For K–12 IT teams, staying ahead of the latest cyberthreats can be a challenge. This pressure is amplified at small and medium-sized districts, where budgets are tight and staff members juggle multiple responsibilities. At the the 2026 CoSN Annual Conference in Chicago, IT leaders from small districts detailed how they…
California Schools Face Budget Cuts as Enrollment Drops by 74,961 Students
California K-12 schools experienced the largest decline in enrollment since 2021-22 due to declining birth rates and immigration losses, resulting in budget deficits, staff layoffs and program cuts.
Layoffs and Hiring Freezes Pick Up in Districts Amid Declining Enrollment
From Boston to San Francisco, districts are planning for sweeping staff reductions as superintendents face tightening budgets.
California Students Author New ‘Digital Wellness’ Bill, Say School Cellphone Bans Fall Short
Assembly Bill 2071 would require California schools to include healthy social media use in health classes.