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Even with in-kind support, NYC charters receive less funding than district schools
Charter schools that are co-located in facilities with district schools are better off than those not co-located.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 29, 2017 -
Baltimore school helps struggling peers in district find path to success
Leaders in Baltimore City Schools are banking on the idea that success can be replicated with the proper supports in place.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 29, 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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Report outlines affordable steps to developing principal pipeline
Establishing a program to train new school leaders may be less expensive than most school districts realize, a RAND study suggests.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 29, 2017 -
Chicago school uses internships to boost completion, career-readiness
The most valuable high school lessons can sometimes be learned outside of the classroom.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 28, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The Every Student Succeeds Act: What educators need to know
Check out our 5 must-read stories on the nation's new top K-12 law.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 28, 2017 -
Twitter offers educators expanded horizons for PD, networking
Through hashtags like #edtechchat, educators can discuss a variety of hot topics, seek advice, share best practices, and build connections with peers across the nation and beyond.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 28, 2017 -
Study: School closures more likely to affect black and Hispanic students
The study shows that students fare better if they leave a low-performing school the year before it closes.
By Linda Jacobson , Amelia Harper • Aug. 28, 2017 -
Deep Dive
As states seek to reduce suspensions, schools look for ways to handle discipline
Administrators aim for balance between addressing racial disparities while still supporting teachers.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 28, 2017 -
Opinion
Going beyond managing student information: A success story
Kevin Meyer, superintendent at Central Community High School District in Breese, IL, talks strategies for finding an effective student information system.
By Kevin Meyer • Aug. 28, 2017 -
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Joyful learning can happen anywhere – even in hallways
Educators at Northern Parkway Elementary wanted to create a collaborative learning area for all students – but space was limited. Discover their unlikely but ideal solution.
By Lavonne Boutcher • Aug. 28, 2017 -
GI Bill adjustments and ESSA: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on STEM instruction's educational and workforce benefits and more here!
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 25, 2017 -
Ohio task force studying effects of poverty on learning, health
Legislators recently heard a presentation on school partnerships with heathcare providers.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 25, 2017 -
Data shows 80% of districts now using the cloud
The primary benefits are reportedly in efficiency and finances, with districts taking advantage of a variety of productivity and management tools.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 25, 2017 -
AP participation, passing rates increasing in Tennessee
In 2013, the state's General Assembly created a program that trains teachers and pays for exams.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 25, 2017 -
Kentucky ed collective addresses teacher training needs by developing own solutions
The Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative is creating online courses tailored to the needs of its rural communities.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 25, 2017 -
Connecticut and China connect through creativity at magnet school
The partnership lets students from area high schools work with four highly qualified English-speaking Chinese students in the afternoons on a variety of art forms.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 25, 2017 -
Strengthening teacher-parent strategy can pay dividends
Aside from helping raise student engagement, better communication with parents can offer multiple benefits
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 24, 2017 -
Research shows positive learning benefits of gaming
Despite some negatives, researchers have found that video games boost multitasking and learning ability by stimulating the brain's frontal lobe cognitive functioning.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 24, 2017 -
Sexting incidents in schools present challenges for administrators
School officials can sometimes face legal trouble depending on how they handle the incident.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 24, 2017 -
Updated NCSS guidelines detail incorporation of religious studies in state standards
The subject is a valuable part of civics education, according the National Council for the Social Studies.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 24, 2017 -
Proficiency-based grading takes effect in Maine schools
State content specialists will help schools implement the new grading model, which is sometimes viewed as time-consuming.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 23, 2017 -
Building stakeholder support eases school, district leadership transitions
By investing time in the beginning of the process, school and district leaders can make a smooth transition out of what is often perceived as a challenging, sometimes painful, experience.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 23, 2017 -
NRF: 60% of back-to-school shopping money spent on electronics
Amid a rise in BYOD programs in K-12, 45% of parents told the National Retail Federation that they plan to purchase a laptop for their student's use, while 35% plan to buy a tablet.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 23, 2017 -
Earlier start dates mean empty seats in some Michigan schools
Some districts work with community partners to communicate the importance of regular attendance.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 23, 2017 -
On-site SEL advocates would benefit students, argues Rutgers professor
Imagine what would happen if all students had access to a social-emotional and academic liaison to help them succeed.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 23, 2017
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