What’s a “floater?” Why do experts keep saying “mixed-delivery system?” Reporters may find themselves deciphering jargon when covering early childhood education. Better understand the field with this ECE glossary created by Emily Tate Sullivan of EdSurge.com. ewa.org/issues/early... #education

Andrea Eger of Tulsa World wrote a reporting resource on religion in public schools. What actions step over the legal line, and how should reporters cover this trend? #eduSKY #education ewa.org/how-to-cover...#eduSKY#education📷 James Minichello for EWA

Special education funding can be a complicated topic to write about. Journalist alinatug.bsky.social helps reporters get started. She explains the pros and cons of the Trump administration’s funding plan for special education, shares story ideas and more. ewa.org/how-to-cover... #eduSKY

News broke that the Trump admin had moved to end $350M in discretionary funding for minority-serving institutions while journalists were attending EWA’s Higher Education Seminar earlier this month. Check out speaker presentations on MSIs here: ewa.org/2025-higher-... #ewaHigherEd25 #education

ICYMI: Check out some of our favorite moments from #ewaHigherEd25 on EWA’s Instagram. What was your favorite moment? www.instagram.com/p/DOv30uUEeK... 📷 Judy O’Babatunde

EWA’s Emily Richmond shared tips for covering free speech and academic freedom in higher education after the death of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. Check out the reporting resource here: ewa.org/news-explain... #education #edusky

Between board meetings and back-to-school stories, it can be tough for reporters to track all the federal changes to K-12 and higher education. Journalist ashersmall.bsky.social provided tips to help simplify the process in a new reporting guide. ewa.org/how-to-cover... #eduSKY #education

EWA needs your help! Suggest speakers you’d like to hear, topics to address and training ideas for the 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore. Submit your suggestions by Oct. 17. ewa.org/events/upcom... #ewa26 #education #journalism #k12 #highered

Reporters and a legal expert share advice on covering special education and highlight the latest trends in a tip sheet created by Marie Fazio of The Advocate | The Times-Picayune. ewa.org/educated-rep... #specialeducation #eduSKY

Journalists: Perhaps #ewaHigherEd25 will spark your next reporting project. Apply to be part of the 21st EWA Reporting Fellowship class. We’re seeking reporting on men of color, and access and equity issues affecting low-income and first-generation students. ewa.org/fellowships

Heading to Detroit for #ewaHigherEd25? We’re looking forward to seeing our members! In the meantime, check out what to expect on the two agendas found here: ewa.org/events/upcom...

Looking for stories to localize or cover this school year? Cover the debate over state waivers for funding flexibility, how federal policies affect rural schools, ELL students, DEI and more. Watch the video: ewa.org/watch-and-li... #edusky #education

Join EWA for an important back-to-school webinar, today at 2 p.m. Eastern! As you cover the new school year, get advice on story ideas, questions to ask and sources to contact. ewa.org/events/upcom... #education #eduSKY

Early childhood education coverage is still lacking, even though it intersects with so many parts of society, according to veteran reporters. Jackie Mader‬ of hechingerreport.org‬ explains why ECE is a beat within beats and shares story ideas in this explainer. ewa.org/issues/early... #eduSKY

If you’re covering today’s shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school, here are some reporting/mental health resources in a guide by rachelannwegner.bsky.social‬. Rachel also shares how to navigate the immediate aftermath of a school shooting. ewa.org/how-to-cover...ps#Schoolshootingn#eduskyky

College faculty face punishments for their expression. Ryan Quinn of insidehighered.com‬ shares why reporters should familiarize themselves with higher ed’s threatened tradition of protecting professors’ speech and scholarship on controversial topics. ewa.org/how-to-cover... #education #edusky

EWA is seeking its 21st class of reporting fellows! Apply for either a full fellowship up to $10K on higher ed topics or a micro-fellowship up to $5K on issues in special education. ewa.org/members-news... #education #eduSKY

When reporting on early childhood education, it’s important to understand the workforce who cares for and educates young children each day. jackiemader.bsky.social‬ of hechingerreport.org‬ explains the challenges these workers face and offers reporting tips. ewa.org/issues/early... #eduSKY

School district borders can create the deepest racial and economic divides. In a blog written by Maria Polletta of Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting, learn from several journalists about school segregation, and follow their advice. ewa.org/educated-rep... #eduSKY #education

Political change has cascaded to the K-12 level in recent months and could have a huge impact on public schools and districts in the 2025-26 school year. Join EWA for an important back-to-school webinar, Sept. 4 at 2 p.m. Eastern. ewa.org/events/upcom... #education #eduSKY

Covering the first day of school? Need story ideas and reporting strategies on how to cover school transportation issues and solutions all year long? Check out this latest reporting resource by Jewél Jackson (jmjwrites.bsky.social‬) for EWA. ewa.org/how-to-cover... #eduSKY #education

Curious about how reporters are using AI in their investigative reporting? In this audio clip, Mandy McLaren of The Boston Globe shares with EWA’s Emily Richmond how she used AI – along with human oversight – to protect the identities of students. ewa.org/watch-and-li... #eduSKY

RachelannWegner.bsky.social‬ of The Tennessean has covered two school shootings in Nashville. The most recent was earlier this year. Get reporting and self-care advice from Rachel and those she interviewed. ewa.org/how-to-cover... #education #edusky

Want to learn about important milestones and setbacks when covering early care and education? Check out this timeline, from 1943 to present, by Emily Tate Sullivan of EdSurge. ewa.org/issues/early... #education #edusky

Journalists: You can now apply for a scholarship to attend EWA’s 2025 Higher Education Seminar in Detroit! Apply here: ewa.org/events/upcom... #edusky #education #journalism

Journalists face online threats, such as hacking, doxing, impersonation and other abusive tactics. How can they protect themselves online? In a tip sheet by journalist Allie Miller, get digital safety advice and resources from experts. ewa.org/educated-rep... #digitalsafety #edusky

Jackiemader.bsky.social‬ of The hechingerreport.org‬ advises reporters to keep an eye on the federal government when covering early childhood education. Learn why in this latest ECE reporting resource: ewa.org/issues/early... #education #edusky

Written at the start of President Donald Trump's second term, this piece discusses the federal gov.'s role in education + tips that will help you interrogate Trump’s proposal to close the U.S. Dept. of Ed, provide historical context and evaluate the agency’s effectiveness. ewa.org/data-researc...

In higher education reporting, accessibility, affordability and the time it takes to graduate are common drivers of great stories. But as the typical path to a degree for students is changing, are journalists keeping up? Read this reporting resource. ewa.org/how-to-cover... #edusky

Covering the parental rights’ movement and how it shaped recent Supreme Court decisions? Here’s a closer look at the origins of this new wave of parental advocacy, and how to cover it thoughtfully. ewa.org/how-to-cover... #edusky

Do after-school programs help curb student misconduct? Journalist lynnelamberg.bsky.social wrote about barriers to after-school programs and addressed the recent withholding of federal grants for out-of-school programs in this new reporting resource. ewa.org/data-researc... #edusky #education

In a two-part series on student misconduct after school, journalist lynnelamberg.bsky.social explains how the topic intersects with after-school programs, insufficient student sleep, school start times, transportation issues, youth health and more. Read Part I. ewa.org/data-researc... #edusky

Save the date for the 2025 Higher Education Seminar, Sept. 9–11 at Wayne State University! The seminar will also include special programming on Sept. 9 at Hotel Saint Regis Detroit. Learn more here: ewa.org/events/upcom... #HigherEd25 #highered

What is the role of a school district in ensuring students’ safety on school buses? On EWA's podcast, an Austin American-Statesman reporting team discusses their investigation on a deadly school bus crash in Texas. Listen to the clip + full ep! ewa.org/watch-and-li... #podcast #edusky #ewaRADIO

Are schools designing pathway programs that truly benefit students? How can employers become active participants and ensure they get the workforce they need? Experts explain and share reporting tips in a blog by April Rubin of Axios. ewa.org/educated-rep... 📷 Judy O’Babatunde #edusky

If you missed the National Seminar this year, you’re in luck! Many speakers shared their slides and tip sheets, which are now available. Download them here: ewa.org/events/upcom... 📷 James Minichello for EWA #ewa25 #edusky

How are states and school districts using data to identify patterns and target supports to students who need them most? Get key takeaways from experts in a blog by Mila Koumpilova of Chalkbeat Chicago. ewa.org/educated-rep... #edusky #education

States and school districts are using various programs and courses to introduce high school students to early college, such as dual enrollment. Cassie M. Chew shares tips on evaluating these programs and determining if they are equitable. 📷 Kristan Obeng ewa.org/how-to-cover... #edusky

Congratulations to the top winners of EWA’s National Awards for Education Reporting! Learn which journalists received recognition during EWA’s 78th National Seminar today. ewa.org/members-news... #ewa25 #education #journalism #k12 #highered #college #ewaAWARDS

Congratulations to the 2024 winners of the National Awards for Education Reporting! Category winners received recognition during #ewa25 today. See which categories these enterprising journalists won: ewa.org/members-news...

ICYMI: EWA’s Kathy Chow just announced the location for the 2026 National Seminar … Who is excited for the 79th conference? One year closer to 80. #ewa25

We’re fueled and underway at #EWA25! Join us in Ballroom DEF at 9 a.m. for kickoff, Surprise Announcement, and more!

Welcome to the 78th EWA National Seminar in St. Louis! Check out some scenes from our welcome reception on Instagram. We look forward to connecting more with everyone this week. www.instagram.com/p/DKOBfNbog1... #ewa25

We’re aiming high for our @edwriters.bsky.social 78th National Seminar in St. Louis! See you soon, friends! #ewa25

Meet the 20th Class of EWA Reporting Fellows! Each EWA Reporting Fellowship provides up to $5,000 to help cover reporting costs, plus other assistance. Learn what projects fellows will be working on: ewa.org/members-news...

The official #ewa25 conference app is now available! Get access to the most up-to-date information about the 2025 National Seminar, including sessions, speakers, maps and more. Download the free app within Guidebook, or view the desktop version here: builder.guidebook.com/g/2025nation...

The families who need summer learning the most may not receive it due to transportation challenges, program costs and simply not knowing it’s available to them. Learn what else you should be watching out for when writing about summer learning. ewa.org/watch-and-li... #edusky

While gearing up for the 78th National Seminar, EWA asked members their favorite songs. They suggested an eclectic mix of songs for the official #ewa25 travel playlist on Spotify. Listen to them here! open.spotify.com/playlist/6ye...

EdSurge’s Emily Tate Sullivan asked several seasoned early childhood reporters what advice they’d give other education journalists who are ready to tackle that first early care and education story. Get reporting tips and advice on where to look for story ideas. ewa.org/issues/early... #edusky

Nicole Carr shared her thoughts with EWA’s Emily Richmond on working at an HBCU amid upheaval in education and reporting on race and democracy. Plus, Nicole previews the #ewa25 session she is moderating. What can reporters learn from the historical Black press? A lot. ewa.org/watch-and-li...