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Montana considers universal pre-K
The state is currently one of eight that do not offer publicly-funded pre-K.
By Allie Gross • July 18, 2014 -
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Report: Pre-K should be structured like K-12
A new report from the non-partisan New America Foundation sees pre-K learning as an integral part of the K-12 experience.
By Allie Gross • July 17, 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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Michelle Obama promotes arts education at Grammy luncheon honoring Janelle Monae
The luncheon was held to honor Monae and high school teacher Sunshine Cavalluzzi.
By Allie Gross • July 17, 2014 -
K12 Inc. opens family support center
The virtual education company's new support center in Alcoa, TN, is aimed at helping families decide if K12 Inc. is right for their kids.
By Allie Gross • July 17, 2014 -
Indiana Ed. Board member pins chaos on Supt. Ritz
In an Indianapolis Star column, at-large State Board of Education member Gordon Hendry says the ed chief creates conflict instead of engaging in rational debate.
By Allie Gross • July 17, 2014 -
Biggest challenge for educators? Individualized learning
An informal survey conducted at ISTE by Edmentum details which of seven major challenges is top of mind for educators.
By Roger Riddell • July 16, 2014 -
Albert Shanker Institute: Communication required for successful school reforms
A new post on the organization's blog posits that reform efforts fail when teachers don't have the time to work with each other.
By Allie Gross • July 16, 2014 -
Wyoming newspaper finds racial discrepancies in punishment
According to the Casper Star-Tribune, data from the 2012-13 school year reveals minority students being disproportionately punished compared to white peers.
By Allie Gross • July 16, 2014 -
Missouri bill will replace Common Core
Gov. Jay Nixon signed a bill this week calling for a group of parents and educators to create standards that will replace the Common Core.
By Allie Gross • July 16, 2014 -
Test scores to be phased into New Jersey teacher evals
As anticipated, Gov. Chris Christie announced that teacher evaluations will begin to include student test scores
By Allie Gross • July 16, 2014 -
Charles Koch Institute bringing school choice forum to Nashville
A panel talk on the agenda will feature charter school and conservative think tank reps.
By Roger Riddell • July 15, 2014 -
Deep Dive
5 NYT best-selling K-12 books to check out this summer
From character-based learning to online education and flipped models, these books (and a few other suggestions) are must-reads for administrators.
By Allie Gross • July 15, 2014 -
District debate: Is a masters in ed worth it?
Teachers with advanced degrees typically get extra pay, but some districts are saying the extra dollars should go to those deemed effective regardless of their education.
By Allie Gross • July 15, 2014 -
Audit reveals Fort Worth district spent $2.7M on unnecessary tech
Some of the frivolous tech purchases have reportedly gone unutilized by Texas' Fort Worth Independent School District.
By Allie Gross • July 15, 2014 -
Will D.C. outlaw pre-K suspensions?
A new bill under consideration by city council would ban out-of-school suspensions in city-funded pre-K programs.
By Allie Gross • July 14, 2014 -
Pennsylvania Ed. Dept. sued by district
West Mifflin Area School District serviced 260 students from another district but never received funds for the extra children.
By Allie Gross • July 14, 2014 -
Netop issues first beta invites for Vision ME workflow management app
The app is aimed at making iPad-equipped classrooms easier for educators to manage.
By Roger Riddell • July 14, 2014 -
How does Bill Gates benefit from Common Core?
Some see Microsoft, the house that Gates built, standing to turn a profit on the new standards,.
By Allie Gross • July 14, 2014 -
New York parents and educators to defend teacher tenure
Parents and advocates plan to stand by the city and state education departments as they fight a New York City Parents Union lawsuit aimed at tenure.
By Allie Gross • July 14, 2014 -
Foundation-supported summer school raises questions on public ed
California public school students may opt into costly summer school programs operated by non-profit foundations
By Allie Gross • July 14, 2014 -
AFT demands 'improvement' from Duncan
A week after the National Education Association's call for the U.S. education secretary's resignation, the nation's second largest teacher union is demanding more accountability.
By Allie Gross • July 14, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Education Fixation: What to look out for this week
Find out about education Kickstarters, higher ed funding turnarounds, and more this week on Education Dive!
By Roger Riddell • July 13, 2014 -
FCC approves E-rate reforms, will increase focus on Wi-Fi
The vote along party lines frees up $1 billion annually for Wi-Fi services for the next two years.
By Roger Riddell • July 11, 2014 -
Deep Dive
ISTE 2014: Our recap of K-12 ed tech's premier gathering
Here's a rundown of Education Dive's coverage at the K-12 IT mega-gathering in Atlanta.
By Roger Riddell • July 11, 2014 -
200 educators needed in Jackson, MS
The city's public school district needs to fill 218 open positions for certified teachers, guidance counselors, and interventionists
By Allie Gross • July 11, 2014
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