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Deep Dive
Sweas: Cristo Rey model successful, but not for everyone
The author of 'Putting Education to Work' spoke with Education Dive about profiling the 28 schools in the Catholic private school network.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 21, 2015 -
New Mexico's Supreme Court will not hear textbook funding case
With over a million dollars worth of textbooks on the line, the court let a previous decision banning private schools from using federal funds stand.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 21, 2015 -
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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New Jersey bill would mandate recess in public elementary schools
To combat obesity and promote interpersonal skills, the law would require all K-5 students to have at least 20 minutes of recess every day.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 21, 2015 -
Ed Dept issues ESSA implementation guidance
The federal goverment is already planning the rollout of the recently signed Every Student Succeeds Act, in hopes of a smooth transition.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 21, 2015 -
Virtual charter operator K12 Inc in hot water with teachers, shareholders
Shareholders this year voted down new exec pay while scandal immerses the company's online charter schools.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 21, 2015 -
'Social-emotional learning' shows academic benefits in special ed
“Soft skills” like mindfulness, self-regulation, and cooperation can help special ed students achieve in the classroom and in life.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 21, 2015 -
Pay for Success and CBE: The week's most-read education news
Fall behind? Get caught up on the US Department of Education's new National Education Technology Plan and more right here!
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 18, 2015 -
Ohio proposal would grade charters like traditional public schools
The state's Department of Education has not yet decided whether its charters will be privy to the same accountability standards as its traditional public schools.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 18, 2015 -
Politicians advocate for stricter school threat punishments
A new survey finds that the number of threats received by schools rose 158% between 2014 and 2015, and lawmakers are taking aim at the problem.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 18, 2015 -
Long Beach school's math class counts for Cal State credit
Some students at California’s Long Beach Polytechnic High School are satisfying gen-ed math requirements with a unique course.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 18, 2015 -
With money running out, Philly schools may shut down in January
No solutions are in sight for the cash-strapped district, where Supt. William Hite has announced that some schools will close in the New Year.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 18, 2015 -
Will Washington state's charter decision influence others?
The Washington Supreme Court's September decision could set a precedent for other states.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 18, 2015 -
Mapping project illuminates NYC school segregation
Researchers from The New School found that racially mixed neighborhoods don't necessarily equate to diverse schools.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 17, 2015 -
Chicago charter scandal involves possible E-Rate fraud
A network responsible for four schools funded by taxpayers is under investigation for defrauding the government to the tune of $5 million dollars.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 17, 2015 -
Schools look to Puerto Rican teachers to fill ELL needs
In states like Texas and Ohio, shortages have led districts to import Puerto Rican teachers to quell the rising student need for English language instruction.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 17, 2015 -
Is a shorter school week harmful to students?
In Idaho, 9% of the total K-12 student population is involved in an experiment allowing them to attend school for four longer days a week instead of five.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 17, 2015 -
Computer science-focused high school coming to Virginia
The new, grant-funded regional school will offer a computer-intensive curriculum designed to get students ready for the tech workforce through internships and pre-college classes.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 17, 2015 -
US high school grad rate hits unprecedented 82%
New statistics from the Department of Education also show narrowing achievement gaps.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 16, 2015 -
More online PD resources in Future Ready update
A revamp of the initiative is showcasing the online professional development options available to districts.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 16, 2015 -
National Education Technology Plan outlines best classroom practices
The US Department of Education's new document provides dozens of recommendations for the smart implementation of tech in the classroom.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 16, 2015 -
New York Regents postpone test-based teacher evals
New York state test results and student performance will not be used to evaluate teacher quality for four years.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 16, 2015 -
Businessman Morath appointed Texas ed commissioner
Critics say the state's new ed chief previously attempted to turn the Dallas Independent School District into a 'home-rule' charter district.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 16, 2015 -
Debate emerges over different responses to threats in LA and NYC
One fact that stood out to New York officials was 'Allah' was spelled with a lowercase 'a.' Los Angeles was weighing the recent mass shooting in San Bernardino, CA, that killed 14 people.
By Deborah Barrington • Dec. 16, 2015 -
USDA
Tennessee district's Nicaragua project a lesson in innovation
Students were challenged by a local business to fully design and execute a project to help feed a village, and the results were positive for all involved.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 15, 2015 -
Chicago teachers eye spring walkout
The Chicago Teachers Union has voted to strike, with March named as the earliest possible date for a walkout.
By Erin McIntyre • Dec. 15, 2015
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