Policy & Regulation: Page 40
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Deep Dive
Civics ed key to equity, improving discourse
In a turbulent political climate, civics is crucial to helping students engage with and process the world around them.
By Shalina Chatlani , Autumn A. Arnett • Sept. 22, 2017 -
After controversial seven years, most states still use Common Core
Despite pushback, lawsuits and uncertain results, Common Core is still largely the standard.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Videoconferencing helps rural districts bring in qualified teachers
The practice is also suggested to improve collaboration skills by preparing students for a workforce in which they or many of their coworkers will be telecommuting
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 21, 2017 -
School tracking systems present ethical, cybersecurity concerns
Is the prevalence of filters, behavioral databases, geolocation tools, RFID, security cameras and more setting up schools for an Equifax-like scenario?
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 20, 2017 -
STEAM approach increasingly necessary — and not necessarily hard to accomplish
DFRobot CEO Ricky Ye says schools can't lose sight of the importance of creativity and other skills imparted via the arts.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 20, 2017 -
8 states now requiring students to pass civics test for graduation
The Civics Education Initiative's goal is for states to adopt a test that draws questions from the 100 facts about U.S. history and government that immigrants must know to pass a citizenship test.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 18, 2017 -
States focusing more attention on science as they craft ESSA plans
States are looking at ways to take advantage of new guidelines to direct more resources toward science education.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 18, 2017 -
What's the best way to prepare for an emergency — and how can SEL help?
Schools must be vigilant not only in preparing for worst-case scenarios, but also in preventing as many as possible.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 18, 2017 -
State teachers of the year detail strategies to encourage perseverance
How did five 2016 state teachers of the year find success by pushing students to take risks and rise to the occasion?
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 18, 2017 -
STEM and superintendent challenges: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on new college prep curriculum options and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 15, 2017 -
Toolkit addresses how school resource officers respond to girls of color
A report from Georgetown Law’s Center on Poverty and Inequality and the National Black Women’s Justice Institute calls for specialized training on race and gender issues.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 15, 2017 -
Changes in school models can create challenges for students
Providing a consistent instructional framework across a school district can increase student stability and engagement.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 15, 2017 -
States re-examine approaches to district takeovers
Is the creation of a state-controlled school district an effective route to transformation?
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 14, 2017 -
WKU 'train the trainer' program aims to equip educators with STEM skills
Close to a dozen educators from across the nation will learn how to teach modern science skills while building a community of peers for support and guidance.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 13, 2017 -
AFT parent poll shows support for public schools
Respondents' top priorities are for schools to provide a safe environment and help students graduate with the skills they need for college.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 13, 2017 -
The school gun debate rages on
Will arming school staff better protect students in the event of the unthinkable?
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 13, 2017 -
Adaptive learning growth highlights heightened cybersecurity concerns
In the wake of cybersecurity events like the recent Equifax breach, protecting student data must be a top priority for districts and schools nationwide.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 12, 2017 -
California adopts English Learning Roadmap to inform ELL instruction
For the first time in a generation, California adopts a first new policy for English language learners.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 12, 2017 -
Districts seek new strategies in dealing with special ed shortages
As the population of students needing services grows, special education teachers and paraprofessionals are in even greater demand.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 12, 2017 -
Gallup 2017 survey of K-12 superintendents highlights challenges facing districts
A majority of district leaders report budget shortfalls among their greatest challenges, and 66% across all types of districts report seeing fewer new teacher candidates.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 11, 2017 -
New rule may change how federal special ed dollars can be used
Under a new bias rule, schools will need to become more vigilant about the way minority students are treated when it comes to special education and discipline.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 11, 2017 -
DACA, tech struggles and e-sports: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on Rhode Island's approach to university-industry workforce development partnerships and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 8, 2017 -
Retrieved from U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Schools might see more changes to school lunch rules under Trump administration
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue has already loosened some of the 2010 law's requirements.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 7, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Following DACA decision, districts boost efforts to provide support and accurate information
A significant number of educators and school personnel will be impacted alongside students.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 7, 2017 -
In-house teacher coaching programs streamline PD, cut costs
Peer-led coaching can greatly improve teacher efficacy — and districts don't necessarily need to look beyond their borders to provide it.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 6, 2017
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