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4 ways COVID-19 could alter long-term curricular approaches
From the times and places learning occurs to what schools look like, pandemic shifts to education are unlikely to revert, experts say.
Lauren Barack • Nov. 18, 2020 -
Kara Arundel/Education Dive, retrieved from the CCSSO Annual Policy Forum, 2020/K-12 Dive, data from Council of Chief State School Officers Annual Policy Forum
3 ways K-12 schools can evolve post-pandemic
With COVID-19 creating a scenario where "things a year ago that seemed impossible are not," educators and advocates see a system ripe for change.
Kara Arundel • Nov. 17, 2020 -
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School communities largely embrace masks despite lawsuits
Among lawsuit claims are that students asked to attend virtual learning for not following mask rules are subjected to a "separate and unequal" education.
Kara Arundel • Nov. 12, 2020 -
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'Relationships matter': Remote learning places new hurdles in fight against chronic absenteeism
Schools are employing a variety of tactics — including coaches, phone calls and dance parties at lunch — to boost attendance in virtual environments, but defining students' "presence" remains a challenge.
Natalie Gross • Nov. 12, 2020 -
Kendall Davis/Industry Dive/K-12 Dive, data from Marc Nozell
What do leading K-12 organizations expect from a Biden presidency?
Feelings are mixed, but hope remains as to how much Joe Biden may be able to impact areas like IDEA, COVID-19 relief for schools and civil rights.
Naaz Modan and Kara Arundel • Nov. 11, 2020 -
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Rubric for Recovery: Low-income students of color at edge of widening opportunity gap
Schools are improving engagement in part by understanding student apprehensions to being on camera and limiting unnecessary assignments.
Naaz Modan • Nov. 5, 2020 -
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Rubric for Recovery: Tightening budgets, litigation add to pandemic special ed pressures
Dedicated in-person sessions and group interventions have been among districts' strategies for additional supports amid remote learning challenges.
Kara Arundel • Nov. 4, 2020 -
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Rubric for Recovery: How schools are educating marginalized students during COVID-19
In a four-part series, we explore the challenges districts face teaching at-risk groups in-person and online, and how they are creatively addressing them.
Nov. 3, 2020 -
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Rubric for Recovery: For rural communities, it's all-hands-on-deck to help low-income students
With some families so remote they lack access to reliable connections, rural schools have reached students with lessons on USB drives and more.
Naaz Modan • Nov. 3, 2020 -
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Rubric for Recovery: ELs face more hurdles amid lost in-person learning
Schools are employing extra English development courses, individualized support delivered to students' sidewalks and more to maintain progress.
Kara Arundel • Nov. 2, 2020 -
EPA proposal would mandate lead testing in 20% of K-12 schools, child care centers
The rule would be the first major change to the agency's Lead and Copper Rule since 1991, and could reduce childhood harm from contaminated water.
Kara Arundel • Oct. 27, 2020 -
4 ways to weave 100 years of women's suffrage into curricula
As November marks the centennial of the 19th Amendment, current events offer learning opportunities ahead of this year's election.
Lauren Barack • Oct. 14, 2020 -
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Ed leaders say finances, politics remain hurdles in COVID-19 response
An Ed Dive: K-12 survey finds administrators nationwide meeting essential needs, but fatigued by limited resources and inconsistent messaging.
Roger Riddell • Oct. 12, 2020 -
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How schools are navigating privacy concerns in COVID-19 contact tracing
The spread of tech solutions and politicization of the virus creates murky territory where one administrator says, "You're damned if you do, and you're damned if you don't."
Natalie Gross • Oct. 5, 2020 -
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How the pandemic is shifting school comms strategies for English learners
Amid the pandemic transition to virtual models, districts have evolved their approaches to ensure ELL students and families remain engaged and informed.
Katie Navarra • Sept. 17, 2020 -
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Presentation and choice fuel accessibility — in-person or remote
Being mindful of resource design also contributes to inclusive spaces that promote the success of all students.
Lauren Barack • Sept. 9, 2020 -
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1:1 programs 'on steroids' bring challenges for school districts
Districts have largely used rainy day funds or money from state and federal COVID-related K-12 relief funds, but have had to cut corners in some cases.
Natalie Gross • Sept. 1, 2020 -
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School districts plan COVID-19 trauma support, even as classes resume online
Districts nationwide have launched supports like mental health hotlines and telehealth services accessible via school-issued devices.
Natalie Gross • Aug. 24, 2020 -
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From tents to bus rides: Social distancing in school reopening plans
Safety measures and logistics will stretch already tight budgets as districts weigh staggered schedules, outdoor lessons and more.
Katie Navarra • Aug. 11, 2020 -
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California (finally) considers a way to measure student growth
With 48 states already tracking growth, experts say the move is "long overdue" and that measuring progress is especially important to see which schools "beat the odds in this crisis."
Linda Jacobson • June 10, 2020 -
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Projects cap school year disrupted by coronavirus and defined by remote learning
Teachers dedicated to the project-based approach have found distance learning brings "a larger range of what you’re willing to work through."
Linda Jacobson • June 1, 2020 -
Like evolution before it, climate change requires careful treading in curriculum
A wealth of resources are available to help educators apply scientific framing and show students how climate change may be impacting their lives and communities, regardless of politics.
Lauren Barack • April 15, 2020 -
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Ready for what? Postsecondary data on school report cards remains mixed bag
The Every Student Succeeds Act expects states to report college enrollment data when available. Which ones provide the most information on graduates?
Linda Jacobson • April 1, 2020 -
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Teacher prep essential to San Diego charter network's success with deeper approach to student learning
Core to High Tech High's approach is a two-year “immersive student teaching” apprenticeship as candidates earn credentials and graduate degrees.
Linda Jacobson • March 18, 2020 -
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Is edTPA standing in the way of getting more teachers into classrooms?
The Pearson-scored test is meant to assess whether prospective educators have the skills to teach, but critics question the time and cost involved, its reliability and Pearson's "corporate profits."
Linda Jacobson • Feb. 26, 2020
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