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    POP QUIZ

    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From a potential major school food service acquisition to an executive order impacting schools, what did you learn from our recent stories?

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    The top K-12 conferences to attend in 2025

    Here's a guide to the events where school leaders can share best practices and learn about the issues shaping education in the new year.

    Updated Oct. 3, 2024
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    We have liftoff: NASA launches after-school programs in 10 states

    The space agency is teaming up with the Education Department on a STEM program to provide hands-on learning to about 1,000 students.

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    Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP

    For Houston superintendent, there’s nothing piecemeal about school turnarounds

    Appointed to lead Texas’ largest district during a state takeover last year, Mike Miles is embracing a model of wholescale systemic change.

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    Are preschoolers getting enough outdoor time?

    A NIEER policy brief shows most state preschool programs don’t require outdoor time, but some have model programs for children’s exposure to nature.

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    With ESSER expiration, COVID-19 spending prepares for finale

    Today is the American Rescue Plan's obligation deadline, but spending continues through Jan. 28, 2025 — or longer for localities with an extension.

    Updated Sept. 30, 2024
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    Sodexo mulls acquisition of food service competitor Aramark

    The potential deal involves two major players in the school food service management business.

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    Education Department begins resolving discrimination cases related to Israel-Hamas war

    The federal agency received an influx of Title VI complaints following Oct. 7. It has resolved four so far with many more waiting to be addressed.

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    Biden administration issues executive order to improve active shooter drills

    The order calls for federal agencies to help schools more effectively prepare for active shooter drills while preventing or minimizing potential trauma.

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    How educators can help students learn to resolve conflict and move forward

    One human development expert says it all starts at working to understand other people’s behavior and extend forgiveness.

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    STAFFED UP

    Where does teacher diversity stand?

    With students of color comprising 52% of public school enrollment in 2022-23, new data illustrates the extent to which the “representation gap” persists.

    Updated Sept. 27, 2024
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    ASBO '24

    A lethal tornado struck. How did the district respond and recover?

    Moore Public Schools administrators share lessons learned from that tragic day when seven students were killed in Oklahoma.

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    Schools lack supports for victims of sexually explicit deepfake and real images

    Only 36% of teachers say their school has a fair process that adequately helps victims of deepfake "non-consensual intimate imagery," a CDT report found.

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    Opinion

    The untapped strategy that can radically improve student outcomes

    Partnerships that bridge the gap between early childhood and elementary school are enhancing the benefits of pre-K, writes Education Development Center’s David Jacobson.

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    Should under-enrolled, low-performing schools be targeted for closure?

    Closures can be unpopular and divisive — but operating under-capacity schools can be costly and inefficient, a Fordham Institute report says.

    Updated Sept. 26, 2024
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    POP QUIZ

    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From one strategy to handle rising special education costs to the number of teachers impacted by gun violence, what did you learn from our recent stories?

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    Are digital devices hindering reading progress?

    A Maryland nonprofit sounds a warning that technology can have detrimental effects on students’ reading and critical thinking skills.

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    ASBO '24

    How AI could benefit school business officials

    From grant applications to budget narratives, administrators are cautiously digging into ways artificial intelligence can streamline daily operations.

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    Scathing GAO reports blame Education Department leaders for FAFSA mess

    A monthslong investigation found the department failed to properly oversee vendors and communicate with colleges and students.

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    Districts balk at 2024 Title IX rule amid legal turmoil

    The regulation’s complicated implementation has led some districts, even where the rule is legally in effect, to forego compliance.

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    Small districts need supports to strengthen principal pipelines

    Large districts are more likely to have written leader standards describing what principals need to know and do in their roles, say Rand and CRPE.

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    Black girls face disproportionate discipline rates in every state

    A Government Accountability Office report finds colorism, gender stereotypes and biased views of Black girls contribute to the disparities.

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    ASBO '24

    How can districts control the growing costs of special education?

    One K-12 finance expert suggests districts scrutinize their special education budgets to get a hold on rising related costs, such as staffing.

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    How a Tennessee district is expanding its virtual academy

    As other districts shut down virtual programs, Tullahoma City Schools is adding grades and requires students to earn "social points" to stay connected.

    Updated Sept. 19, 2024
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    Tracker

    Rising Leaders: 10 standout assistant principals and district leaders you should know in 2024-25

    These exemplary administrators are excelling on school culture, career education, learning technology and more.