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Micah Ward

Micah Ward is a 糖心传媒 staff writer. He recently earned his master鈥檚 degree in Journalism at the University of Alabama. He spent his time during graduate school working on his master鈥檚 thesis. He鈥檚 also a self-taught guitarist who loves playing folk-style music.

Fragmentation at the Education Department sparks controversy

Lawmakers are calling for Linda McMahon's resignation and superintendents are concerned about the consistency of federal support for students.

The top 5 areas where superintendents want to grow

Leaders report that state and federal bureaucracies are inhibiting their ability to accomplish their work, new research confirms.

Year in review: Our top stories of 2025

We bring to you the five most popular articles of 2025, allowing you to reconnect with the stories that inspired superintendents' decision-making amid one of the most tumultuous years for public education.

Here is what early AI adopters are learning

Not every district has written AI guidance. But many can share innovative strategies to get the most out of the technology.

How AI will create new K12 opportunities in 2026

In 2026, we'll see everything from increased superintendent vacancies to new, innovative student support strategies.

The 10 traits of a successful school leader

Not every administrator comes equipped with these skills, but they can be learned, says Rolla Junior High School Principal Dr. Tori Snitker.

Your state’s AI laws might be irrelevant, feds say

A draft executive order would block states from regulating AI, despite the passage of sweeping measures to protect students from harmful AI-generated content.

OpenAI unveils ChatGPT for Teachers鈥攆or free

The new AI teaching assistant serves only your district, restricting the chatbot from using district data to train its model.

Here is how to define screen time more precisely

Smartphones and social media, edtech and screen-based entertainment carry different risks and opportunities.

Administration takes big steps in breaking up Education Department

More of the agency's responsibilities are being handed off to other departments, which will take control of workforce programs, college access and child care.

How to better fund teaching with technology

Funds are often allocated for short-term or compliance-driven activities, rather than to聽boost educators' skills

McMahon: The shutdown had no impact on education

"The Schumer shutdown underlined just how little the Department of Education will be missed," Education Secretary Linda McMahon wrote in an op-ed.

How one principal is generating CTE excitement

Getting teachers involved in CTE programming is easy when they're teaching courses they're passionate about, says this principal.

These districts are spearheading AI policy

With the help of their students, districts are warming up to the idea that AI can enhance learning and instruction.

A new look at school climate’s impact on test scores

Researchers found that hotter temperatures caused lower test scores, particularly in math. They also offer solutions.