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Nebraska grad rate rises to almost 90%
The graduation rate has been on a steady upswing since 2011, when the federal government mandated that the state report four-year graduation rates.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 24, 2014 -
Jeb Bush: Common Core should be 'new minimum' for classrooms
The potential 2016 presidential candidate aimed to appease critics of the standards by finding common ground, saying if you don't choose to use them create something greater.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 24, 2014 -
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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U.S. Ed Dept comm chief leaving for TFA
Massie Ritsch, acting assistant secretary for communications and outreach, will take on a senior PR role in his new job.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 24, 2014 -
Deep Dive
7 education books to catch up on during the holiday season
There's a little something for everyone in the books that have crossed the Education Dive desk in the last few months.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 21, 2014 -
Ferguson school districts prepare for Darren Wilson verdict
In anticipation of the forthcoming grand jury decision, schools in Ferguson, MO, are making plans for a worst-case scenario.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 21, 2014 -
Diane Ravitch talks Common Core in Tennessee
The NYU education historian spoke about the need for teacher input on the standards.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 21, 2014 -
Texas elementary school to be named after George W. Bush
A school board in St. Paul, TX, voted unanimously on the name, though it won't be the first elementary school to carry it.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 21, 2014 -
How will Obama's immigration plan affect schools?
A plan announced on Thursday night by President Barack Obama will provide deportation amnesty to millions of undocumented immigrants whose children are U.S. citizens.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 21, 2014 -
Deep Dive
10 Chromebook uses: How Google-powered laptops are enhancing classrooms
Chromebooks have taken the No. 1 spot among tablets and laptops in the K-12 sector, so what exactly can your district do with these popular computers once they're in your classrooms?
By Allie Gross • Nov. 20, 2014 -
President Obama follows up on his "ConnectED to the Future" initiative
Over 100 superintendents from across the nation gathered at the White House Wednesday to sign a pledge promising to make their districts 'future ready.'
By Allie Gross • Nov. 20, 2014 -
Can Michigan ed board report push the state to rethink school funding?
The board presented a draft report focusing specifically on the seemingly successful education systems in Massachusetts, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Florida.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 20, 2014 -
Oakland's new superintendent plans 10% teacher pay raise
Antwan Wilson says better pay is key to attracting and retaining the best teachers.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 20, 2014 -
Edmentum adding 70 career education courses
The online learning solutions provider has announced the Career Technical Education (CTE) courses for the 2015-2016 school year.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 20, 2014 -
Georgia's Forsyth County to end snow days in 2015-16
The district has incorporated no inclement weather days into next year's calendar, opting instead to have students complete lessons online.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 19, 2014 -
ClassDojo to discard student data after a year
The new policy comes in the wake of a New York Times article questioning the privacy of student data collected with the behavior management tool.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 19, 2014 -
Texas board of ed pushes back textbook adoption
The board postponed it's decision on a dozen new social studies textbooks after critics of the books convinced the board to have publishers make additional changes.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 19, 2014 -
Report: Number of homeless students hits all-time high
Homeless youth are 87% more likely to stop going to school.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 19, 2014 -
Washington state debates grad requirements
The state superintendent and Board of Education are pushing legislators to reconsider which tests are required for graduation.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 19, 2014 -
Over 100K Texas students linger on charter waiting lists
Last year, the state's legislature agreed to increase the cap on charter schools, but many students struggle to get selected for these new spots.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 19, 2014 -
Pence-Ritz education clash expected to hit Indy legislature
The president of the state's Chamber of Commerce wants the state's superintendent to become a gubernatorial appointment.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 18, 2014 -
Student behavior apps raising privacy concerns
Could ClassDojo be the next InBloom?
By Allie Gross • Nov. 18, 2014 -
Florida district criticized by parents over unannounced 'active shooter' drill
Students, teachers, and parents were not informed of the surprise drill, resulting in some frightening texts home and a slew of furious parents in its aftermath.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 18, 2014 -
Tech & Learning issues top K-12 award to Nepris
The cloud-based tool allows teachers to invite industry professionals into their classrooms for video discussions on STEAM topics.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 18, 2014 -
NYC Department of Ed adopts Chromebooks for all schools
The deal will put the Chrome-powered laptops and Google's Apps for Education in the hands of more than a million students in 1,800 schools.
By Allie Gross • Nov. 18, 2014 -
33 Louisiana charters can continue receiving state funding, says judge
A teachers' union and school district sought preliminary injunctions against the $60 million in annual funding at issue in two separate lawsuits.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 17, 2014
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