EWA would also like to give special thanks to our awards judges for their time and dedication. The #ewaAWARDS would not be possible without their service and support. Thank you!

Happy Thanksgiving from EWA! 🦃 We are eternally grateful for this community. Thank you for all you do to ensure equal access to education, protect the free flow of information, expose inequities and injustices, break down data/research, explore policy interventions and more.

You might’ve seen the74.bsky.social's Jealousy List or The Grade’s best of education journalism roundups. EWA wants to hear who/what has inspired you this year! We’ll even send out a secret “love letter” to let them know their work has made a lasting impact. 💌 forms.gle/z6ftpX64Bx9X...

Covering the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education? EWA's Emily Richmond provides background on how we got here, what’s next, and tips for reporters looking to keep tabs on the Trump administration's goals to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. ewa.org/issues/caree... #eduSKY

It’s officially EWA Awards season! Did you cover issues impacting students, educators or school communities in 2025? You could enter to win if: ✅ You're a journalist by profession (see EWA's bylaws). ✅ Your work was published by independent news media.

Meet the 21st class of EWA Reporting Fellows! Six will focus on ambitious higher ed topics, receiving up to $10K. Three reporters will each receive $5K micro-fellowships for K-12 special ed topics. ewa.org/members-news...

It’s easier than ever to enter the #ewaAWARDS! Get organized with our new printable awards checklist: ewa.org/wp-content/u...#ewaAWARDS It'll help you keep track of key deadlines, entry requirements & more. Submit by Dec. 17 to save $. Good luck!

EWA’s Lori Crouch will begin her well-deserved retirement at the end of November. Before she goes, she wanted to share some of her considerable wisdom about how to produce compelling and impactful stories and hold power to account. ewa.org/members-news...

Friendly reminder: Join EWA today at 2 p.m. Eastern for a conversation with principals on cellphone bans, school discipline, chronic absenteeism and other top education issues. There’s still time to register. ewa.org/events/upcom... #eduSKY #education

The #ewaAWARDS are now open! Enter your best stories about children, students, families, educators or school communities. Compete for bragging rights in the newsroom — and win up to $5K. Reporters of all beats, to enter. More:

EWA is now accepting entries for its 2025 National Awards for Education Reporting! The awards program offers a total of 19 prizes, with cash awards ranging from $750 to $5,000. ewa.org/members-news... #eduSKY #education #journalism #ewaAWARDS

How are principals using cellphone bans, restorative justice practices, home visits and more to support students’ learning and mental health? Join EWA for a Nov. 18 webinar at 2 p.m. ET to find out. You’ll hear from 3 principals from around the country. ewa.org/events/upcom... #education #eduSKY

Rural students are not a monolith — and, in many cases, they defy the stereotypical notion of traditional college-goers. In a tip sheet by koriedean.bsky.social of theassemblync.bsky.social, learn how to better cover this student population. ewa.org/educated-rep... #highered #eduSKY

Got an idea to share? Suggest speakers you’d like to hear, topics to address and training ideas for the 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore. Submit your suggestions by 5 p.m. today! ewa.org/events/upcom... #ewa26 #education #journalism #k12 #highered

So far, 35 states have policies or laws limiting cellphone use by public school students. EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social helps reporters cover this trend, providing helpful background and tips. ewa.org/news-explain... #education #eduSKY

Cellphone bans, school discipline and chronic absenteeism are among the biggest issues school principals across the country are navigating this year. Join EWA on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m. ET for a webinar exploring how school leaders address key issues. ewa.org/events/upcom... #eduSKY

Submit your ideas for the 2026 National Seminar before it’s too late! - Journalist members: Let us know if you want to plan a panel. - All members: Share your ideal sessions and speakers. We’re listening. The suggestion box deadline is now Oct. 29. ewa.org/events/upcom... #ewa26 #education

Community colleges, which enroll roughly 40% of U.S. college students, are vastly undercovered in the media. In a new resource for EWA, mirandadunlap.bsky.social of Wisconsin Watch & Open Campus explains why reporters should be covering these institutions. ewa.org/how-to-cover... #eduSKY

EWA’s emilysays.bsky.social spoke to Denise Marshall of copaafape.bsky.social. Marshall shares what questions journalists should be asking as the Trump administration attempts to layoff federal special education division employees. ewa.org/news-explain... #education #specialeducation #eduSKY

The Education Writers Association shares the Student Press Law Center’s alarm about reports by The Indiana Daily Student that Indiana University administrators interfered with its content decisions. We vigorously support First Amendment protections.

When covering the latest round of layoffs in the U.S. Department of Education and how they affect students with disabilities in your community, be sure to familiarize yourself with special education-related terms. Check out the glossary by journalist Mandy McLaren. ewa.org/issues/early...

Morning #accessfest! Join us this afternoon for a panel on special education services, know your rights under federal law and learn how to investigate services, funding, and (not so public) settlements. With @bethhawkins.bsky.social @mandymclaren.bsky.social for @ire.org

It's gonna be lit! @edwriters.bsky.social @ire.org

What would you most like to see on the agenda for the 2026 National Seminar in Baltimore? Let EWA know by Oct. 17! - Suggest speakers you’d like to hear. - Share topics that should be addressed. - Volunteer and plan your ideal session. ewa.org/events/upcom... #ewa26 #education #eduSKY

Join EWA on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 4 p.m. Eastern for @ire.org’s #AccessFest 2025! During an EWA-organized session, member journalists and a lawyer will help reporters cover special education this school year. Learn more and register: schedules.ire.org/accessfest-2...#AccessFest #education #eduSKY

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