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Want to boost STEM, SEL engagement? Look to the stars

A North Little Rock School District teacher uses space-related hands-on projects to demonstrate how failures and frustrations lead to learning.

For some school districts, empty box stores convert into opportunities

Empty retail spaces can provide creative solutions for district planning — and help administrators save on construction.

Gifted education's future requires more diversity, inclusion and access

Commitments to more equitable gifted programs are changing mindsets, identification practices and services, but teacher training remains challenging.

Bullying experts advise maintaining focus in 3 areas with students back in schools

With the return of in-person learning, bullying prevention experts stress the importance of involving students in new solutions.

How real-world missions offer inroads to space science across disciplines

Using the upcoming James Webb Space Telescope launch and Artemis moon mission, educators can make space science tangible, from STEM to art.

A call for civility in K-12 education

The heads of the nation's school principal associations write educators must advocate for a collective recommitment to civility in schools and communities.

Even virtually, students in one program continue solving global challenges

The pandemic forced Global Brigades' student volunteers to work virtually to support community projects, but the move ultimately expanded access.

Special Olympics program helps schools get unified on inclusivity

Districts are weaving the Unified Champion Schools initiative into classrooms and extracurriculars, engaging students in embracing their differences.

2021 testing participation varies widely — what will data mean for districts?

While testing experts are optimistic amid high participation in some states, they urge caution in interpretation, particularly at the local level.

K-12 funding needs more state, federal support to maximize equity, impact

Reports detail how pre-pandemic funding and spending practices can inform COVID-19 recovery strategy as fiscal cliffs loom for districts.

What are schools doing to prepare for a childhood COVID-19 vaccine rollout?

Parental permission processes for on-campus shots may be the biggest difference in inoculating students ages 5-11 vs. older students.

School leaders: Proactive approach key to addressing 'devious licks,' other social media challenges

Administrators recommend turning to restorative practices and student involvement to address harmful online trends.

Can these 6 strategies break bus driver shortage gridlock?

Districts are shifting routes, adjusting bell schedules, working with public transit and rideshare companies, and more to get students in classrooms.

Analysis: More families used child tax credit for back-to-school costs

The expanded program has provided some relief to low-income families during a time students are facing personal, academic and financial challenges.

Mentors help students with learning disabilities gain confidence, become self-advocates

Eye to Eye’s college mentors also have learning differences and understand the difficulty of students learning how to speak up for their needs.

Supply chain woes hit school foodservice departments

As national food chain supply shortages hit districts hard, school meal program directors switch up menu plans on a daily basis.

Lessons In Leadership: Pennsylvania principal focuses on school-family relationships to boost opportunities

For Tara Desiderio, increasing inclusivity for an eclectic student body with a variety of individual needs means focusing first on parent communication.

3 best-practice approaches for assessing students with disabilities

Results from informal and formal student assessments can help determine effective instructional strategies and individualized supports.

3 cybersecurity best practices to keep school networks safe as students — and devices — return

An estimated 1,180 cyber-related incidents have hit K-12 since 2016, and an influx of digital tools opens new vulnerabilities as students return in person.

How can districts protect school boards, administrators as threats grow?

School systems are often reluctant to consider safety precautions for administrative buildings, but threats and intimidation may force the issue.

After calls for systemic change, school police debates stall amid safety concerns

Anecdotal evidence shows districts are keeping SROs largely in place, with minor modifications like changes to school police uniforms.

3 ways expanding early college curriculum benefits high schoolers

Programming can facilitate "grow your own" teacher initiatives, entry to skilled trades, and higher grad rates, benefiting students and districts alike.

Rising Leaders: K-12's standout assistant principals and district leaders

We're recognizing 21 trailblazing administrators providing support, asking the right questions and reinforcing the visions of their schools and central offices.

Rising District Leaders: Assistant superintendents driving inclusion, curriculum and learning

In an era of increasingly distributed leadership, these assistant superintendents and cabinet-level leaders have proven critical to their districts' success.

Decoding the Divide: The struggle to make 21st century learning equitable for all students

A year of unprecedented disruption prompted significant investment to expand digital equity, but gaps persist in a number of areas.