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Opinion
8 ways to prevent chronic absenteeism
David Hardy, CEO of Ohio's Lorain City School District, writes that when children improve their attendance, they have more time for learning and raise their chances for success in school and life.
By David Hardy • July 16, 2018 -
When form follows function in classroom design, the learning ramps up
Curiosity corners, caves, groves and huddles are a few features of 21st century learning spaces.
By Christina Vercelletto • July 13, 2018 -
Trendline
Learning Loss
Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments.
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Column
Pre-to-3: Young black men explore a pathway to early-childhood education
The Leading Men Fellowship provides extra literacy support in the early years while also preparing young black men to be more successful in college.
By Linda Jacobson • July 13, 2018 -
NPC 2018: Administrators detail successes in rethinking their approach to discipline
Helping students identify and correct the challenges contributing to disciplinary issues can set them on the path to success.
By Roger Riddell • July 13, 2018 -
NPC 2018: What are the greatest challenges for a first-year principal?
New school leaders may bring plenty of enthusiasm to the job, but reality sometimes sets in quick.
By Roger Riddell • July 13, 2018 -
New report shows education funding inequities remain
While funding for poor school districts is greater than that of wealthier districts in most states, the overall picture still reveals a 3.4% funding gap between the nation’s richest and poorest districts.
By Amelia Harper • July 13, 2018 -
Mental health issues dominate discussion at federal school safety meeting
The panel talked about the impact of psychotropic drugs on teens, the benefits of school-based mental health services and how privacy laws affect efforts to find collaborative solutions.
By Amelia Harper • July 13, 2018 -
Report: Exclusionary discipline removes students from school emotionally and physically
Closing the school-to-prison pipeline through alternative discipline strategies has become a priority for districts across the country.
By Christina Vercelletto • July 12, 2018 -
Considering socioeconomic status key to boosting college enrollment
Students in the lowest socioeconomic groups are less likely to enroll in college than their wealthier peers, even if their academic track records are the same.
By Shalina Chatlani • July 12, 2018 -
Deep Dive
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.
By Linda Jacobson • July 12, 2018 -
Changing school culture can impact teacher retention, student success
After implementing the Opportunity Culture, an Indianapolis school saw increases in retention rates among new teachers and the percentage of kindergarten students achieving on grade level.
By Amelia Harper • July 12, 2018 -
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Finding professionals to meet students' mental health needs may prove challenging
At a time when schools are calling for more counselors and psychologists, they are becoming increasingly scarce.
By Amelia Harper • July 12, 2018 -
Detroit turns to teachers certified online to fill yawning gap
While teacher shortages are more dire in some places than others, administrators everywhere are starting to think outside the box to get certified educators, especially in the most-needed subjects.
By Christina Vercelletto • July 11, 2018 -
Tech can help young students learn to not fear mistakes
Using digital portfolios in the primary grades opens up new ways to teach math.
By Lauren Barack • July 11, 2018 -
Getting involved in students' lives — from school to home
Teacher training can help educators work more effectively with students — and their families.
By Lauren Barack • July 11, 2018 -
Texas district ordered to turn over curriculum for human sexuality course
Educating parents about classes and materials their students are studying can help alleviate concerns and misconceptions.
By Lauren Barack • July 11, 2018 -
Put the whole world in their hands
Museums and cultural organizations let educators borrow ancient objects and art through lending programs for schools.
By Lauren Barack • July 11, 2018 -
Hanging with the chimpanzees, and poolside with penguins
Webcams and tech tools help students get up close with wildlife.
By Lauren Barack • July 11, 2018 -
NAESP 2018 Day 3: Olympian Jackie Joyner-Kersee advises principals to assemble teams with the right chemistry
"Whatever you feel you need to make the team stronger, work on filling that void," the track and field gold medalist said.
By Linda Jacobson • July 11, 2018 -
NAESP 2018 Day 2: Principals' workloads have greater emphasis on students' social-emotional needs
Conference presenters also provided examples of how principals can support teachers in blending SEL into academics.
By Linda Jacobson • July 11, 2018 -
Delaware requires students to get parental permission before changing race and gender identification
The most recent version of the regulation was open for feedback for 30 days and may be tweaked once again once that feedback has been reviewed.
By Amelia Harper • July 11, 2018 -
How will the move to end Obama-era guidance on race affect K-12 education?
The underlying laws have not changed, but the decision basically means schools that use race as a factor in school assignment policies will no longer have the backing of the federal government.
By Amelia Harper • July 11, 2018 -
Timing of civics education raised in Florida
Delaying entrance to a course until students are more prepared can be an educationally sound decision, Florida Education Commissioner Pam Stewart said.
By Amelia Harper • July 10, 2018 -
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Giving young students a solid start in math skills requires new thinking
The challenges around bolstering elementary school math scores are more acute for English learners, and universal, high-quality preschool isn't the panacea it was once thought to be.
By Christina Vercelletto • July 10, 2018 -
Report examines shifting role of principal supervisors
The six districts participating in the study reorganized some central office duties to allow the supervisors to spend more time supporting principals as instructional leaders.
By Linda Jacobson • July 10, 2018
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