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Equity, CTE and ISTE: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on efforts to rethink classroom design and more here!
By Roger Riddell • July 7, 2017 -
Ohio online charter takes funding repayment case to state's Supreme Court
The state has mandated that the virtual charter school must repay $60 million in funding because of a disputed number of student log-ins.
By Pat Donachie • July 7, 2017 -
Few US students enrolled in gifted programs
Schools and states vary wildly on students in such programs, with only 7% nationwide in them, according to an Education Week analysis of federal data.
By Pat Donachie • July 7, 2017 -
California reconsiders whether intermediate algebra is needed
State college educators are considering whether it is essential for incoming undergraduate students to be proficient in intermediate algebra, as it is causing many students to require significant remedial instructions.
By Pat Donachie • July 5, 2017 -
Moves by DeVos, Florida legislature concern science educators
New Florida legislation would let any citizen raise protest against what is taught in the classroom, stoking concerns among educators as a possible move against teaching climate change and evolution.
By Pat Donachie • July 5, 2017 -
Deep Dive
'I don't know how to lead for equity; that was not part of my program'
As the current workforce inches closer to retirement, the national economy is dependent upon better serving groups we’ve traditionally ignored — and it starts with professional development.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 30, 2017 -
Alliance crafts toolkit for educators helping undocumented students
The California Equity Leadership Alliance is aiming to further help educators and administrators assist undocumented students enrolled in their schools.
By Pat Donachie • June 30, 2017 -
As states prepare for ESSA, teachers wonder when they'll get a voice in policy discussions
If every administrative meeting is held at 10:30 a.m., teachers, who have the most insight into what's best for kids, will always be left out.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 30, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Governors tout funding support for computer science classes, PD
States nationwide are investing more resources to increase access to computer science and support professional learning around CS curricula.
By Pat Donachie • June 29, 2017 -
Studies show vouchers may not produce special ed gains
Research from Indiana and Louisiana shows some students with disabilities even regressed in voucher programs.
By Pat Donachie • June 29, 2017 -
Online schools still have a long way to go on outcomes
Though many still believe virtual education could be a "game-changer," reforms are needed to better serve students.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 28, 2017 -
The makings of a good school choice policy: What role do states have to play?
The work of charter schools can't be entirely left to the philanthropic sector, experts say.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 28, 2017 -
Roger Riddell/K-12 Dive
Deep DiveTuesday at ISTE 2017: Looking beyond 'single stories,' rethinking class design
While the announcements slowed, the day still saw new CTE offerings from zSpace, new charging and storage solutions from Belkin, and more.
By Roger Riddell • June 27, 2017 -
SCOTUS ruling gives a boost to religious schools
The U.S. Supreme Court Monday ruled it unconstitutional to deny a school state funding solely because it is a religious school.
By Pat Donachie • June 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Black and Latino parents cite funding disparities and racism as top contributors to educational inequity
The Leadership Conference Education Fund's second annual poll also finds widespread belief that biases keep their students from being properly challenged
By Tara García Mathewson • June 26, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Rural charters present administrators with new, unique challenges from those of urban counterparts
The rise of rural charter schools throughout the country presents administrators with a new set opportunities and challenges, which may require a different approach than that of dealing with city schools.
By Pat Donachie • June 22, 2017 -
When neighborhoods break out of larger districts, the remaining schools suffer
A year after six of the wealthier, white communities seceded from the Shelby County school district in Tennessee, the district is reporting drops in funding, as well as declining enrollment and staff.
By Pat Donachie • June 22, 2017 -
States take on competency based education
Several legislatures have considered bills concerning competency-based education in the past two years, according to a report by the Education Commission of the States.
By Pat Donachie • June 21, 2017 -
DeVos' early feedback on state ESSA plans suggests focus on equity
Delaware, Nevada and New Mexico are being asked to revise their plans to include more details around how the states will promote increased student achievement and ensure students of color are not left behind.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 15, 2017 -
LA Unified streamlines enrollment options
The Los Angeles Board of Education approved a measure to allow students and families to apply for any district school on one online application.
By Pat Donachie • June 15, 2017 -
Michigan's new pension deal automatically enrolls teachers in 401(k) plans
Teachers can opt out within 75 days, but it could end up costing them more money.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 14, 2017 -
Maine's focus on proficiency-based education could be model for other states
Schools are adopting new strategies in order to meet the requirements of a 2012 state law.
By Shalina Chatlani • June 14, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Bridging the digital divide: Districts work to overcome access deserts at school and at home
Not having access to reliable internet deeply impacts student learning and puts kids at a competitive disadvantage.
By Autumn A. Arnett • June 12, 2017 -
Are private schools beholden to civil rights laws?
With the Trump administration advocating for greater school choice, should federal funding be tied to schools' commitment to equitable treatment for all?
By Shalina Chatlani • June 11, 2017 -
Rhode Island putting power in teachers' hands with more autonomy around experimentation
The state is setting the standard for how to handle ed tech strategy at the state and local level.
By Roger Riddell • June 9, 2017
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