Here’s a collection of the English-learner-focused stories that resonated most with EdWeek readers in 2025. In July, the U.S.

The four finalists for 2026 National Superintendent of the Year—the most prestigious award for superintendents—lead both ...

“Lexcee Oddo leads with compassion, kindness and a commitment to help all English language learners excel at Turner Elementary School,” wrote Jennifer Fuller, vice president of the awards committee, ...

Laura Edwards grew up around education.”My mom was a high school English teacher,” Edwards said.However, Edwards wanted a ...

There has been a longstanding discussion in the reading wars since the 1950s, when the novel “Why Johnny Can’t Read” ...

When it comes to reading, middle school students need foundational literacy instruction that respects age, cognitive ...

Early access to high-quality books can transform lives, improve educational outcomes and help create the next generation of ...

Sometimes school staff assume it is too difficult to improve an older student’s reading skills. They may think a student’s ...

"You can see the shift around the school," said one teacher. "... It's impressive and inspiring to see someone do something ...

Andrew Polk, 26, teaches 10th-grade English in suburban Ohio, not far from where he grew up. As a high school student less ...

The students in Emily Hoard’s first-grade class trace letters in their sand trays, then break down the sounds the letters ...

State test data suggests more English learners are meeting growth targets. The district credits this in part to hiring more ...