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Bridging the homework gap with a new online toolkit
The kit includes ways for districts to increase connectivity through outreach to local businesses.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 25, 2016 -
Charter problems continue in Ohio with proposed delay in oversight program
The state is now considering another delay before moving ahead with a charter school oversight program proposed by Gov. John Kasich.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 25, 2016 -
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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In advance of nomination hearing, King fields questions
At Wednesday's hearing, acting Secretary of Education John King answered questions on topics ranging from charters to federal budgets.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 25, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Should moral reasoning be taught in K-12?
After participating in character-based learning, students felt better-equipped to think about complex situations, showing a more heightened ability to reason ethical dilemmas, the study found.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 24, 2016 -
Funding formulas caught between courts and lawmakers
State supreme courts in Kansas and Washington continue the pressure to address funding formulas deemed unconstitutional, but legislators are pushing back.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 24, 2016 -
Students of color disproportionately placed in special ed
The Obama administration is asking states to consider and evaluate how many students of color are being placed in special ed programs.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 24, 2016 -
State goals aim to foster support for computer science
More schools are accepting coding classes as a replacement for math or science credits, instead of considering computer science an elective.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 24, 2016 -
Texas pilot measures shorter, frequent recess for students
Researchers are studying the consequences and benefits of giving children more recess and playtimes.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 24, 2016 -
South Dakota favors 'anatomy at birth' bill for transgender bathroom choices
Although federal law prevents discrimination against transgender students and lets them choose bathrooms, some states seem to be back-peddling.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 24, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Online tools gaining traction in recruiting, retaining top-tier teachers
A number of states are going digital to fill gaps amid ongoing teacher shortages.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 23, 2016 -
Schools weigh replacing phone lines with VoIP
Some school districts are cutting the cord on traditional phone services and opting for a more high-tech option that uses existing Internet connections.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 23, 2016 -
'Word gap' targeted by California literacy efforts
To confront illiteracy in students and families, schools in Napa County are taking on an all-inclusive approach.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 23, 2016 -
FCC set to vote on subsidy that would bridge 'homework gap'
As homework goes increasingly digital, those students without home access to reliable broadband are negatively impacted.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 23, 2016 -
Too many school choice options can lead to enrollment chaos
In school districts that have many options for school choice, enrollment can get confusing.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 23, 2016 -
Absenteeism a potential metric in California school evals
A state-initiated push to battle chronic truancy and absenteeism is underway, and success might be measured in school evaluations.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 23, 2016 -
More ed leaders working to expand role of arts in STEM
In various springtime education conferences, ed leaders will lecture on the importance of blending art and science, and adding arts to STEM.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 22, 2016 -
On California's heels, My Brother's Keeper to address truancy
In an attempt to stem the tide of chronic absenteeism in K-12 schools, the Obama administration has announced a new mentorship initiative.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 22, 2016 -
How can districts increase teacher buy-in for new ed tech?
The CEOs of Jefferson Education Accelerator and LEAP Innovations say teachers and principals need to play a greater role in ed tech selection and purchasing.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 22, 2016 -
Fewer black male teachers leading K-12 classrooms
Black men make up just 2% of the public school teacher workforce.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 22, 2016 -
California's explosive charter growth sparks dialogue
The state's charter school boom shows no sign of slowing down, raising questions about accountability and performance.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 22, 2016 -
Deep Dive
How can $4B best advance computer science education?
Focusing on teachers may give President Obama's 'Computer Science For All' the biggest impact as it seeks to boost the subject in K-12.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 19, 2016 -
Ed Dept asks Congress for staff increase
President Barack Obama's proposed fiscal 2017 budget for the department includes a general increase in positions from 4,269 to 4,538.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 19, 2016 -
Date set for King's confirmation as education secretary
On Feb. 25, the U.S. Senate's education committee will formally consider the nomination of acting Secretary of Education Dr. John B. King.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 19, 2016 -
Investigation possible for Ohio Ed Dept's role in charter school ratings
The Ohio Board of Education is considering an independent investigation into the state Department of Education in relation to a charter school evaluation scandal.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 19, 2016 -
California AG Harris unveils online toolkit to battle elementary truancy
The state's attorney general unveiled a new online toolkit designed to help elementary schools boost attendance.
By Erin McIntyre • Feb. 19, 2016
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