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Schools in disrepair could access funding via tax credits
Many schools nationwide badly need significant infrastructure repairs, and some legislators have an idea to get historical preservation tax credits to fund the work.
By Pat Donachie • May 25, 2017 -
Skype, live video feeds enhancing K-12 classrooms
New video formats and tech tools are being put to use in creative new ways in K-12 classrooms throughout the U.S., offering new opportunities for students.
By Pat Donachie • May 25, 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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Report tracks preschool funding and quality nationwide
Funding for state-funded preschool programs increased in the last year, but quality varies by state, according to a new report.
By Pat Donachie • May 25, 2017 -
More schools, districts moving to the cloud, but apprehension remains
While security is always a concern, most IT professionals say migration and implementation are the biggest worries in the shift to the cloud.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 24, 2017 -
Maryland district's program facilitates cultural understanding between students, educators
Montgomery County Public Schools is working to address misunderstandings due to underlying cultural biases and perceptions with its Equity and Excellence in Education (EEE) program.
By Roger Riddell • May 24, 2017 -
States take different approaches to closing teacher shortages in early ESSA plans
Six of the states are considering ways to entice teachers through higher pay, particularly for subject areas with shortages, like STEM fields, or locations like rural areas.
By Pat Donachie • May 24, 2017 -
School administrators want ability to filter Wi-Fi on school buses
Concern remains about the ability to block inappropriate websites, according to a new survey.
By Pat Donachie • May 24, 2017 -
Partnership expands access to online curricula for students in Tri-State area
Schools in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are joining with Virtual High Schools to offer online and blended learning classes for students.
By Pat Donachie • May 24, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Mercy CTE High School re-envisions workforce development
At the nation's only Catholic career and technical high school, a focus on preparing graduates to be workers finds root in rigorous, faith-based instruction.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 23, 2017 -
Can selfie videos help students improve written, verbal communication?
Discussing characters and concepts from reading material in video selfies is also encouraging second-grade students at Stratham Memorial School in Exeter, NH, to think critically and creatively.
By Roger Riddell • May 23, 2017 -
Outside interests bring Los Angeles school board election spending to record highs
Charter school advocates hold the majority of seats for the first time on Los Angeles' Board of Education, after an election that saw a massive amount of outside money spent for candidates.
By Pat Donachie • May 23, 2017 -
School districts intend to use mobile more to communicate with parents
Districts plan an average 44% increase in the amount of communication via mobile apps they utilize in the next 1-3 years, according to a new survey by West Corporation.
By Pat Donachie • May 23, 2017 -
Vouchers a boon to homeschooling for some parents
Some Florida parents who decide to homeschool their children with special needs take advantage of a scholarship voucher program.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 23, 2017 -
Georgia district makes SEL program possible with community partnership
Forsyth County Schools looked to the local Sheriff's department for assistance in funding an SEL program, gaining school resource officers trained in the program in the process.
By Roger Riddell • May 22, 2017 -
Tech disciplines require employees with better writing skills
While writing courses are often thought of as being just a hurdle one needs to clear en route to degree or diploma, experts posit written communicators are actually better coders.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 22, 2017 -
School choice options can vary in success in rural areas
Charter schools and vouchers are heartily supported by the new presidential administration, but the success of those options can depend on the area where they're introduced.
By Pat Donachie • May 22, 2017 -
Report urges educators to integrate STEM in pre-K
STEM is an increasingly popular approach throughout K-12, but a new report is urging its wider use in early childhood programs, as well.
By Pat Donachie • May 22, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Measuring the impact of lead exposure on learning and cognition
Water crises are springing up in districts nationwide — but what does this mean for schools?
By Pat Donachie • May 22, 2017 -
Navigational issues hinder performance on standardized exams
A recent AAAS study showed elementary and middle school students fared worse on digital exams that didn't allow them to revisit questions than their peers using paper versions.
By Roger Riddell • May 19, 2017 -
Son of Head Start founder warns against potential cut to program
As the program celebrates its 52nd anniversary, some worry President Trump's proposed budget could put it in jeopardy.
By Pat Donachie • May 19, 2017 -
One principal's three-pronged approach to student success
Cox Middle School Principal Tim Webb said his school utilizes a "triangle" approach when it came to offering students assistance in discipline, academics and social-emotional learning.
By Pat Donachie • May 19, 2017 -
Several Baltimore schools report 0 students proficient in math, reading
Despite relatively high per-pupil spending, the city's schools continue to struggle.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 19, 2017 -
Panel: Bilingual education critical to future of the workforce
A group of experts on Wednesday evening discussed the importance of language learning for students of all ages to fill critical needs in industry.
By Autumn A. Arnett • May 18, 2017 -
Alabama court ruling stirs school district secession debate
A new decision allowing a town to secede from an existing school district and form a new one is causing criticism over its impacts on diversity.
By Pat Donachie • May 18, 2017 -
Educators consider ways to teach 'digital civility'
With the preponderance of smartphones in the classroom, lessons on how to use them properly are becoming even more important.
By Pat Donachie • May 18, 2017
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