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Independent Denver charter considers joining a network
The Rocky Mountain Prep network has been growing by adding its own sites and by absorbing previously independent charter schools.
By Linda Jacobson • July 18, 2018 -
Effective mentorship crucial to new teacher success
Three recent studies establish a correlation between quality mentors during student teaching and the success of beginning teachers.
By Amelia Harper • July 18, 2018 -
Trendline
Curriculum
Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
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Study rebuffs long-standing argument that money doesn't improve outcomes
Researchers found that a 21.7% increase in per-pupil spending throughout 12 years of school eliminated the educational attainment gap between children from low-income and non-poor families.
By Christina Vercelletto • July 18, 2018 -
Location, planning key for school data centers
Districts must ensure that data centers are accessible, outfitted for adequate temperatures and other conditions, and that contingency plans are in place for worst-case scenarios.
By Roger Riddell • July 18, 2018 -
Deep Dive
NPC 2018: Principals must avoid these 6 legal hazards
Erring on the side of caution can save administrators headaches in these key scenarios.
By Roger Riddell • July 18, 2018 -
Some school districts bowing out of dress code wars
Illinois' Evanston Township High School District 202, for instance, relaxed its dress code after deciding the battle was distracting staff.
By Amelia Harper • July 18, 2018 -
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The digitization of the classroom
The rise of digitalization in schools means that ‘traditional’ teaching is evolving, and technologies are taking over classrooms.
July 17, 2018 -
Higher K-12 proficiency standards haven't bred higher test scores
A recent study compares the rigor of each state's standards and their impact on student achievement.
By Amelia Harper • July 17, 2018 -
The 4 marks of a school with an inquiry-based model
Whether it's called genius hour, project-based learning or design thinking, the educational approach makes students the pilots of their own learning.
By Christina Vercelletto • July 17, 2018 -
How can schools test student collaboration skills?
Project Lead the Way is trying a number of approaches to test students, from using "tech-laden" items to artificial intelligence.
By Amelia Harper • July 17, 2018 -
Poll: A third of parents fear for their children's safety at school
As district leaders prepare for the new school year, "these are the issues that we are really talking about," New Rochelle, NY, Superintendent Brian Osborne said of the results.
By Linda Jacobson • July 17, 2018 -
Advocates push replacing letter grades with more specific success metrics
The A-F school "grading" system is under fire in states from Ohio to Florida, as advocates want school accountability measures to convey more specifics to the school community.
By Christina Vercelletto • July 16, 2018 -
Examining research key to maximizing ROI on ed tech
Examining other districts' best practices, hearing from educators already using a tool, and keeping teachers in the loop can help schools and districts avoid costly errors.
By Amelia Harper • July 16, 2018 -
Cybersecurity CTE programs on the rise
The push comes amid a skills shortage projected to hit 3.5 million unfilled jobs in the high-demand sector over the next three years.
By Roger Riddell • July 16, 2018 -
Leading a successful school district brings its own set of challenges
The superintendent of a small, but high-performing district focuses on social-emotional learning to maintain excellence.
By Amelia Harper • July 16, 2018 -
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 -
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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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
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