Schools embrace virtual pep rallies to boost spirit during shutdown

Efforts to continue traditions and events like assemblies, pep rallies and proms can help maintain positive culture and preserve a sense of normalcy.

By Shawna De La Rosa • April 20, 2020

Leading through coronavirus: 4 administrators share how they're navigating pandemic upheaval

Recent months have tested many administrators' resolve and leadership more than any other event.

By Linda Jacobson , Roger Riddell , Naaz Modan • April 20, 2020

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Curriculum

Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.

By K-12 Dive staff

Home visiting continues — at a distance

Virtual visits can reach "families when nobody else is," but experts say it’s necessary to have first established strong in-person relationships.

By Linda Jacobson • April 17, 2020

Will the coronavirus pandemic exacerbate teacher shortages?

Teacher reductions following previous disasters suggest some educators, especially those in older or vulnerable populations, may retire rather than risk their health.

By Shawna De La Rosa • April 17, 2020

Why students need looping now more than ever

Having educators carry over to the next grade with their current students when schools reopen in the fall will maintain a sense of continuity, an Austin 1st grade teacher writes.

By Mark Rogers • April 17, 2020

Preparing teachers and students for eLearning

As teachers work to get their bearings with remote learning, administrators can better ensure a successful transition by making teachers feel supported and prepared. See some ideas to help accomplish these goals.

April 17, 2020

Report: Teachers' pre-pandemic digital material use remained limited

Experts say states and districts should provide more guidance on integrating supplemental digital resources into instruction, especially in virtual classrooms.

By Linda Jacobson • April 16, 2020

Report details top administrators' greatest challenges in wake of coronavirus

Among top concerns are technology and distance learning, support for high school seniors and economic impact.

By Shawna De La Rosa • April 16, 2020

3 ways professional development is addressing the 'sharp learning curve' of teaching online

The push to go remote due to the coronavirus pandemic can be overwhelming, but revamped PD approaches are making the switch more manageable.

By Naaz Modan • April 16, 2020

Assigning and assessing students' challenges amid broader pandemic pressures

Uneven access to tech, pressures on parents and basic essentials require consideration of students' home lives alongside academics.

By Lauren Barack • April 15, 2020

Educators can adjust online classes to fit learning styles

In a distance learning environment, careful consideration of how different students learn best is even more crucial to success as they adjust.

By Shawna De La Rosa • April 15, 2020

Like evolution before it, climate change requires careful treading in curriculum

A wealth of resources are available to help educators apply scientific framing and show students how climate change may be impacting their lives and communities, regardless of politics.

By Lauren Barack • April 15, 2020

Dual language teachers try to 'stay the course' separated from classrooms

Students are missing the normal “inputs” that support biliteracy, but experts say there are ways to amplify the second language at home.

By Linda Jacobson • April 15, 2020

Teachers not less likely to be racially biased, study says

The authors note a few "promising" interventions can reduce disparities in education outcomes for students of color.

By Linda Jacobson • April 15, 2020

4 strategies to keep tech support rolling through COVID-19 shutdowns

Hotlines, drop-off device repair centers and remote troubleshooting are among solutions offered during the pandemic-induced transition to online learning. 

By Naaz Modan • April 15, 2020

Ed Dept: CTE programs can donate PPE to healthcare workers, hospitals

Alongside their educational duties, school districts are finding a variety of ways to pitch in during the coronavirus pandemic.

By Shawna De La Rosa • April 15, 2020

Educators in many states report low e-learning attendance

Many districts are contending with unequal internet and device access, and some states have shifted to pass/fail models for the rest of the school year.

By Shawna De La Rosa • April 14, 2020

As summer nears, school districts begin 'scenario planning'

It's unclear whether in-person summer learning will be possible, but a few options are beginning to emerge. 

By Linda Jacobson • April 14, 2020

Maryland state senator pitches year-round school schedule

State Superintendent Karen Salmon said she's not sure what the school model will look like after coronavirus, but she's currently concentrating on remote learning. 

By Shawna De La Rosa • April 13, 2020

Ed, tech coalition launches resource for remotely serving special needs students

Some also suggest parents and educators will be more likely to consider virtual services in the future, following coronavirus pandemic school closures.

By Linda Jacobson • April 13, 2020

Amid online transition, schools experience another cyberthreat: 'Zoombombing'

The rise in incidents comes on the heels of an FBI warning that students should be taught cyber-safety practices and boundaries as learning goes fully digital during pandemic shutdowns.

By Shawna De La Rosa • April 9, 2020

Pre-to-3: While some preschoolers learn online, most programs seek stability

Stimulus funds provide $3.5 billion that helps cover the cost of care for children of essential workers, but offer “minimal resources to providers or their staff.”

By Linda Jacobson • April 9, 2020

NWEA data predicts students could be up to a year behind in math in the fall

Survey results released Wednesday by Education Trust and Education Trust-West also find New York and California parents expressing concern students will fall behind.

By Linda Jacobson • Updated April 9, 2020

Survey: Female students still lack confidence in math, science

Biases and misperceptions at the K-12 level contribute to the gender gap in postsecondary STEM education and related careers, experts say.

By Shawna De La Rosa • April 8, 2020

New digital platform to help facilitate citizenship, SEL skills

The free digital resource contains a library of approximately 1,000 learning experiences that touch on civics, social justice, SEL and global competence.

By Lauren Barack • April 8, 2020