Many U.S. teachers are overwhelmed with hefty workloads, overflowing classes and low salaries. So when the holidays come around, parents often want to thank them for the hard work they take on. For ...

The flow of young people becoming teachers has been dwindling. Those who do become educators find a profession in flux, with increasing student needs. Education Week asked some of the nation’s best ...

As a parent, I’ve gained insights over the years into what teachers truly appreciate as gifts, not just during the holiday season but at any time of the year. Instead of the typical “Teachers Have ...

Like it or loathe it, professional development is part of most every teacher’s job. State laws might mandate training to prepare for new curricula. Districts often require attendance at “in-service” ...

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. Donald Trump became the 47th president with his inauguration on January 20. What do America’s ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lily Jones is a teacher advocate who covers education. District after district is short on teachers. Recent research shows that ...

Education, particularly reading proficiency, is primed to be a top legislative issue over the coming year. Teachers say they ...

Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 is Monday, May 5 through Friday, May 9, with Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, May 6. Many businesses offer teacher discounts during Teacher Appreciation Week, ...

Public schools are struggling to fill vacancies for special education teachers. For the 2024-25 school year, 72% of public schools with special education teacher vacancies reported they'd "experienced ...

If you know a teacher or have a loved one who’s a teacher, the perfect time to show them you appreciate all they do is right around the corner. Teacher Appreciation Week 2025, which always falls in ...