Getting young students to wear masks is challenging — but not impossible

To overcome elementary students' restlessness and anxiety, one expert suggests class routines, role play activities and other exercises.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 6, 2020

Gallup: 'Fragile' communities don't think local schools build on student strengths

Just four in 10 residents surveyed said they were satisfied with local schools, and a high percentage said access to early childhood education for vulnerable populations is lacking.

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 6, 2020

Pop culture is a gateway to connect academics to real world

Experts say educators can engage students by tapping into their interests such as zombies, music or TikTok and embedding them in subjects from creative writing to math.

By Lauren Barack • Aug. 5, 2020

Navigating cyberbullying more difficult amid COVID-19, but there are options

Among steps educators can take are limiting when students' cameras are on during online lessons and embracing digital citizenship curriculum.

By Lauren Barack • Aug. 5, 2020

Adapting CTE programs to remote environments could expand access beyond COVID-19

Necessary hands-on work has been largely in-person until now, but there are ways to adjust virtual programs so students gain the experience.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 5, 2020

New guide aims to help schools navigate privacy concerns for students with disabilities

The Future of Privacy Forum and National Center for Learning Disabilities unveiled a downloadable resource for navigating privacy law minefields during distance and hybrid learning.

By Roger Riddell • Aug. 5, 2020

Researchers: State budget cuts feed declines in test scores, achievement

The Great Recession spurred a "lost decade" of achievement, so states must prioritize ed spending after the coronavirus-induced recession, experts say. 

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 5, 2020

How should schools prepare for increased SEL needs amid reopenings?

Experts say ongoing uncertainty during distance learning will continue causing problems and make providing mental health supports a challenge.

By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 4, 2020

Summer Reading: Curricular approaches adapt ahead of uncertain school year

Districts nationwide have adopted a variety of best practices for distance and hybrid learning since COVID-19 forced online transitions in spring.

Aug. 4, 2020

Teaching US History during a pandemic: A conversation with two high school teachers

Bill of Rights Institute’s president, David Bobb, spoke with Jessica Culver, a social studies teacher for 17 years, about the benefits of Open Education Resources and teaching during a pandemic.

By David Bobb, President of the Bill of Rights Institute • Aug. 4, 2020

How NYC schools will handle positive COVID-19 cases

Safety protocols for the nation's largest school system include only opening buildings if the city's infection rate is below 3%, contact tracing and regular teacher testing.

By Naaz Modan • July 31, 2020

Funds tied to reopening 'frustrating' educators, likely to be challenged

Amid White House threats to withhold funding if school buildings don't reopen, Senate Republicans and some states also want to tie funding to students and teachers physically in classrooms.

By Naaz Modan • July 31, 2020

Schools shifted chronic absenteeism strategies amid closures

While chronic absenteeism was an ongoing issue prior to COVID-19, school building closures only compounded the need to reach underserved students. 

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 31, 2020

As new school year approaches, how will districts address the 'COVID slide'?

Prolonged spring closures and uneven remote approaches require preparation for a variety of responses to address learning loss, administrators say.

By Natalie Gross • July 30, 2020

'Safety strikes' threat raises pressure on superintendents making reopening calls

Superintendents are concerned for teachers, but the executive director of AASA, The School Superintendents Association said there's "not much" they can do if forced to reopen schools.

By Naaz Modan • July 29, 2020

California students program robots remotely during distance learning

A pair of enterprising Compton summer school instructors used cameras and a giant world map to let students command their robots' travels between nations.

By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2020

COVID-19 data adds real-world impact to curriculum, but sensitivity is a must

A Central Utah math teacher is taking advantage of public statistics to let students process and document the pandemic from an academic view.

By Lauren Barack • July 29, 2020

New York City charter school's reopening plan built around most vulnerable students

One thing the Brooklyn school will address is online options, which some experts say could have long-term impact on curriculum delivery.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 29, 2020

Summer Reading: Coronavirus shutdowns heighten SEL, trauma-informed ed needs

When students return to schools, they'll require increased additional supports. Here is a roundup on the issues.

July 29, 2020

Trump administration pares back DACA ahead of an uncertain fall

The decision to shorten renewal timelines and reject new requests affects tens of thousands of college students.

By Hallie Busta , Naaz Modan • July 28, 2020

IBM offers 1K paid internships to prepare diverse students for STEM careers

The opportunities will be available to students and graduates of the company's P-TECH program.

By Sheryl Estrada • July 28, 2020

Share your insight in our COVID-19 Preparedness Survey

We want to hear from K-12 public school administrators about the challenges they've faced and those they expect as the new school year approaches.

By Roger Riddell • July 28, 2020

Fast Forward: Is it time for project-based curriculum to replace traditional model?

Some districts implemented a degree of project-based learning assessed through feedback during coronavirus shutdowns this spring — changes some experts say could remain after the pandemic wanes. 

By Naaz Modan • July 28, 2020

Ed Dept official: Don't expect testing waivers this year

Some states are already requesting waivers so instruction time can be spent on social-emotional support and catching up on missed curriculum.

By Shawna De La Rosa • July 27, 2020

GAO report: Two-thirds of nation's schools lag on accessibility

Schools cited a lack of outreach, funding, assistance and guidance on the Americans With Disabilities Act as barriers to compliance.

By Naaz Modan • July 27, 2020