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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 -
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 -
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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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Sponsored by Turnitin
Podcast: The Written Word
The Written Word investigates the integral role that writing plays in our society and examines the unique ways that the written word helps us to gain a greater understanding of the world around us.
Aug. 23, 2017 -
What does the looming debt ceiling battle mean for education?
While a short shutdown wouldn’t be felt much by schools, a longer one could hamper both funding to districts and approvals of state ESSA plans.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 22, 2017 -
Hands-on learning still provides highest benefits amid rising virtual opportunities
Ensuring that virtual and augmented reality lessons that distort perceptions of the real world are applicable to everyday experiences is a particular challenge for educators to overcome.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 22, 2017 -
Study: Older students more academically successful than younger peers
Schools might consider organizing children into classrooms of older and younger students, researchers suggest.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 22, 2017 -
School districts experiment with promoting fairness in fundraising
The adage “the rich get richer” applies to school fundraising efforts as well, but some districts are seeking more equitable solutions.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 22, 2017 -
Cultivating emotional resilience in teachers improves the classroom for all
With proper supports in place, teachers can learn how to handle the inevitable challenges of the classroom and find joy in the process.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
ESSA brings new focus to homeless population
The law requires schools and districts for the first time to “track and improve outcomes” for these students.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Aug. 21, 2017 -
Deep DiveOn ESSA, many principals have little idea what the law actually means
“I’m just going to wait for my superintendent to tell me what to do” is a recurring theme as the new school year looms.
By Autumn A. Arnett • Aug. 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
4 ways ESSA’s impact will be felt by states, districts
The latest reauthorization of the nation’s K-12 public ed law seeks to return much of the decision-making power back to states, but what does that mean?
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
ESSA rollout offers opportunities to boost tech accessibility
The law aims to offer states more flexibility, and service providers, administrators and advocates are determining how to approach tech accordingly.
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 21, 2017 -
Philadelphia hiring social workers for 22 schools
The city hopes to expand the positions to all district schools as part of growing attention to students’ nonacademic needs.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 21, 2017 -
ESSA accountability plans being approved at faster rate
A handful of states have seen their plans approved by the U.S. Department of Education even without changing aspects previously scrutinized.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 21, 2017 -
Lawmakers consider testing all California schools for lead
Health department data shows about 2% of children have elevated levels of lead, but in some areas of the state, the rates are much higher.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 21, 2017 -
Youngstown schools chief feels PD nets greatest gains for teachers
The creation of a teacher fellow program allowed the district to seek out teachers most willing to incorporate change and to provide them with more intensive training though Discovery Education.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 21, 2017 -
Ed reform requires front-line flexibility for teachers, not one-size-fits-all
Schools across the country face vastly different challenges, so why assume the solution will be the same?
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 21, 2017
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