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Rutgers launches new social justice prep program for future educators
Diversifying the teaching force isn't enough; educators from all backgrounds must know how to relate to an increasingly diverse student population.
By Pat Donachie • Oct. 25, 2017 -
Two NYC high schools to require all staff members to reapply amid renewal efforts
Rehiring decisions will be made by committees at each school, which will include the principal and an equal number of union and city appointees authorized to hire as many or as few of the staff members as they like.
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 25, 2017 -
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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Electric school buses can offer longterm cost savings
However, the technology is fairly new and the upfront costs are high as a result.
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 25, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Schools fight spread of 'fake news' through news literacy lessons
Digital natives are astute when it comes to navigating social media, but researchers say "they are easily duped" by content.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 24, 2017 -
Ed Dept slashes 72 special ed guidance documents
Among the documents rescinded in the latest round of regulatory trimming are those detailing how schools can use federal funding for special education.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 24, 2017 -
Philadelphia district plans to revamp, expand school arts programs
A new study shows that, in some cases, the only arts programming available is provided by a community-based organization during an after-school program.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 24, 2017 -
Students need better methods for monitoring their progress
Even in the early grades, students can monitor their growth through methods such as checklists and data notebooks.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 24, 2017 -
Creating a school brand vital in a competitive, digital age
Marketing becomes even more necessary in an age where educational dollars follow students and can mean the difference between offering vibrant expanded programs or barely getting by on the basics.
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 24, 2017 -
Teachers can impact bullying more than they realize
Social-emotional strategies for teachers and students can mitigate bullying in schools.
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 24, 2017 -
Department of Energy
Georgia school's biotech program sets standard for high-tech personalization
Former wildlife biologist and University of Wisconsin lecturer Marc Pedersen leads the award-winning, highly selective program at Paulding County High School in Dallas, GA.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 23, 2017 -
Gates Foundation adjusts K-12 funding priorities, abandons teacher eval investment
In a recent speech, Bill Gates said new funding would place a greater focus on supporting "locally driven solutions" for student achievement from networks of districts, schools and teachers.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 23, 2017 -
Schools look for new ways to match students with mentors
Recent findings from The National Mentoring Partnership show that many programs have a hard time keeping mentors.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 23, 2017 -
Schools in fire-ravaged areas prepare to address new homeless population
Schools in Sonoma Valley brace for a new, more challenging reality as classes are set to resume.
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 23, 2017 -
Shuffling principals can sometimes improve overall school district effectiveness
Moving principals can avoid complacency, placing some experienced administrators in more needy schools or where they are most likely to have the greatest impact.
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 23, 2017 -
Anxiety could explain why some students are chronically absent
The Anxiety and Depression Association of America estimates that school refusal caused by anxiety affects 2-5% of school-age children.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 20, 2017 -
Independent charter schools seek to separate themselves from large networks
Their new organization does not yet have a name, but it has already adopted a manifesto.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 20, 2017 -
Makerspaces expanding STEM opportunities in rural schools
In many cases, these efforts have also served to benefit the surrounding community, such as with Montana high school students creating air sensors.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 20, 2017 -
Children of ELL parents have less chance of enrolling in preschool
Early childhood education is less utilized by the students who need it most.
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 20, 2017 -
Software solutions can streamline school operations, saving time and money
In the future, ERP software may become even more valuable as a predictive tool indicating future maintenance issues, targeting students likely to fall behind, and estimating school population numbers
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Districts tap paraprofessionals to meet demand for special ed teachers
Familiarity with students can be a benefit, but the transition into new roles can also be a challenge.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 19, 2017 -
Trump lagging on Ed Dept staffing compared to previous administrations
The process to fill out top positions at the U.S. Department of Education has lagged that of Barack Obama, for example, by as much as nearly eight months.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 19, 2017 -
States use ESSA plans to highlight importance of early learning
A recent analysis from New America focuses on how states are incorporating indicators related to young children’s learning into their plans.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 19, 2017 -
Teacher burnout can be mitigated by building resilience
Administrators can help teachers learn strategies to protect their emotional well-being and prevent burnout.
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 19, 2017 -
Alternative teacher credentialing offers options to school districts
Teachers with non-traditional backgrounds can help school districts, with the right supports in place.
By Amelia Harper • Oct. 19, 2017 -
Massachusetts consortium's report details state's personalized learning progress
The report is expected to serve as a blueprint to provide districts with more opportunities to share best practices.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 18, 2017
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