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    NPC 2018: Principals must avoid these 6 legal hazards

    Erring on the side of caution can save administrators headaches in these key scenarios.

    Roger Riddell • July 18, 2018
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    As principals become instructional leaders, states and districts create ways to support them

    Hiring a school administrator to oversee non-instructional operations is one approach.

    Linda Jacobson • July 12, 2018
  • PD organization, others push emphasis on curriculum materials

    Researchers are increasingly pointing to the potential that schools’ choices of curriculum materials have to improve student learning and success.

    Linda Jacobson • July 5, 2018
  • SCOTUS deems unions' 'agency' fees unconstitutional

    Unions call the decision "a rallying point," vow to remain a "vibrant force for working people."

    Linda Jacobson • June 28, 2018
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    School, district tech specialists talk challenges, strategies at ISTE 2018

    How can technology coaches get teachers on board with new initiatives or manage burnout in their roles?

    Roger Riddell • June 28, 2018
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    Tuesday at ISTE 2018: 'Tech Rabbi' inspires, ISTE U announced, educators 'Ditch the Textbook'

    The K-12 IT mega-gathering rolled into its second day with a GM partnership around artificial intelligence and more.

    Roger Riddell • June 26, 2018
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    CTOs go to 'boot camp' at ISTE 2018

    State and district technology leaders discuss best practices for those in their roles during a Monday afternoon panel.

    Roger Riddell • June 26, 2018
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    Monday at ISTE 2018: Neuroscience, ed leader standards and student data privacy

    Couldn't make it to Chicago? We've got you covered with a rundown of some of the most interesting events and announcements from this year's show.

    Roger Riddell • June 25, 2018
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    New LA district chief brings experience as a community partner

    A projected budget deficit and a looming teachers' strike are just two issues Austin Beutner is facing early in his administration.

    Linda Jacobson • June 19, 2018
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    Startup program connects dots between what students are learning in school, entrepreneurial verve

    Students are gaining business skills and even launching their own companies before they leave high school.

    Lauren Barack • June 13, 2018
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    Advocates, parents call for more mental health services, reject idea of arming teachers

    Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, who chairs the Federal Commission on School Safety, did not attend the listening session.

    Linda Jacobson • June 6, 2018
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    New Jersey school aims to improve literacy skills among current — and future — students

    The "babies club" is one way to "engage the whole family."

    Linda Jacobson • June 4, 2018
  • Turning sports data into a slam dunk for learning

    Tapping into athletic interest can spark math and science engagement for students.

    Lauren Barack • May 30, 2018
  • Service learning strengthens SEL curriculum

    When students give their time, they can gain valuable soft skills in return.

    Lauren Barack • May 16, 2018
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    Should states use different methods to hold alternative schools accountable?

    Some educators say one-year graduation rates are a better way to measure the progress of students in alternative education settings.

    Linda Jacobson • May 16, 2018
  • School gardens grow plants, food and stronger students

    Gardening curriculum can spread across all core subjects, taking learning outside of the classroom walls.

    Lauren Barack • May 9, 2018
  • It's time to break silos, look at education as a continuum, leaders say

    Recognizing a failure of education systems at all levels, pre-K, higher education and business experts say the only way to boost student success and fulfill workforce needs is through better collaboration.

    Autumn A. Arnett • May 7, 2018
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    Former Education Secretary Duncan: Parkland teens are 'moving this country'

    School leaders also discussed innovative professional learning on the ASU+GSV Summit's final day.

    Linda Jacobson • April 19, 2018
  • Cursive swoops back into curriculum

    Teaching to write with a curl and flourish still holds benefits.

    Lauren Barack • April 18, 2018
  • Report: State preschool enrollment continues to grow, but quality varies

    The annual "yearbook" also shows that states with large numbers of dual language learners don't require teachers to be trained to work with those students. 

    Linda Jacobson • April 18, 2018
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    Duckworth: 'Deliberate practice' is an important element of grit

    Day two of the ASU+GSV conference also included artist John Legend discussing how teachers can "change kids' lives."

    Linda Jacobson • April 18, 2018
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    Sessions on SEL, personalized learning kick off ASU+GSV Summit

    The day also saw former President George W. Bush reflect on his signature education policy.

    Linda Jacobson • April 17, 2018
  • What is the role of public education in the US?

    Leaders at a summit sponsored by the Reagan Foundation debated the purpose of K-12 and higher education and the role of the federal government. 

    Autumn A. Arnett • April 17, 2018
  • 4 administrators share their greatest challenges in assessing student progress

    Accounting for authentic experiences and external factors like poverty continues to present obstacles.

    Roger Riddell • April 16, 2018
  • ESSA pilot spurs states' interest in performance assessment

    Districts increase efforts to design assessments "that make sense for kids."

    Linda Jacobson • April 16, 2018