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DeVos urges superintendents to give principals more control over schools
Reducing regulation and increasing local control can benefit students, the secretary says.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 28, 2017 -
Tracking chronic absenteeism a common theme in states' ESSA plans
Studies show that even in schools with a 95% average daily attendance rate, there can still be students who miss too many days of instruction.
By Linda Jacobson • Sept. 28, 2017 -
Houston charter finds personalized SEL opportunity in Harvey's wake
Inspired by the actions of an 8th grader, homeroom teachers at YES Prep Northbrook Middle School worked with students to develop individual approaches for each classroom to contribute to relief efforts.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 28, 2017 -
Private sector to join Trump administration in STEM initiative
A presidential memorandum signed Monday afternoon will direct at least $200 million annually in grant funding to STEM and computer science education.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 26, 2017 -
BranchED initiative aims to boost teacher diversity with minority-serving institutions
Over 50% of public school students in the U.S. are considered minority populations while only 20% of public school teachers are nonwhite.
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 26, 2017 -
California first to offer enhanced GreatSchools school rating dashboard to public
How do schools balance the need for transparency with the need to tell their story?
By Amelia Harper • Sept. 25, 2017 -
'One-size-fits-all' approach dead for teacher PD, too
A better approach combines constantly evolving resources on- and offline, and necessitates recognition by a district that professional development is no longer something that can be wiped out in a day.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 22, 2017 -
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
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