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Detroit Public Schools: Class sizes will increase by 5
Under the district's proposed 2015-16 budget, class sizes will jump from 33 to 38 students in fourth and fifth grades, and from 38 to 43 students in sixth through 12th grades.
By Allie Gross • June 30, 2014 -
Rocketship Education scaling back expansion plans
The popular San Jose charter network is pivoting from its goal of enrolling one million students in 50 cities.
By Allie Gross • June 30, 2014 -
Trendline
Learning Loss
Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments.
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Panasonic, Intel, and Microsoft debut 3E tablet for K12 [ISTE]
The durable new 2-in-1 device counts a stylus, magnifying glass lens, and temperature probe among its features.
By Roger Riddell • June 30, 2014 -
Oklahoma sued over Common Core repeal
Restore Oklahoma Public Education argues that Gov. Mary Fallin's decision to opt the state out of the standards is unconstitutional.
By Allie Gross • June 29, 2014 -
Online learning, charters, and amenities: The week's most read education news
Find out about the U.S. Education Department's potential death blow to Corinthian Colleges and more right here.
By Roger Riddell • June 27, 2014 -
Tennessee school district denies application for rural charter school
A group of educators, including some former Teach for America corps members, planned to open the school.
By Allie Gross • June 27, 2014 -
Connecticut gov. promises $15M for Common Core
The money will go toward getting parents and teachers on board with the standards.
By Allie Gross • June 27, 2014 -
Wyoming hires a consulting company to assess structuring issues
The state will pay Cross and Joftus $98,500 to analyze the current structure of its education department.
By Allie Gross • June 27, 2014 -
Kansas board of ed gives thumbs up to new teacher license rules
Individuals with relevant experience will now be allowed to teach subjects in their fields.
By Allie Gross • June 27, 2014 -
America's students are No. 1 -- at being sleepy
At least that's what teachers report in two major international studies.
By Roger Riddell • June 26, 2014 -
Michigan approves changes to grad requirements
The changes affect math, foreign language, and health and physical education classes.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
Insight unveils new education site ahead of ISTE
Insight ON: Education helps schools effectively use technology in their classrooms.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
Chicago's Board of Ed say yes to new discipline code
The use of suspensions and expulsions will be limited under the new guidelines.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
Wyoming ed committee convenes to discuss structuring issues
Issues have arisen due to conflicting paths to power for State Board of Education members and the state's superintendent.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
Google Play for Education access expands to Chromebooks
The Android portal is no longer limited to tablets.
By Allie Gross • June 26, 2014 -
Washington school district bans party treats in the classroom
The Edmonds School District's party snacks ban was inspired by the new federal Wellness Policy.
By Allie Gross • June 25, 2014 -
Tennessee walks away from PARCC exams
Only 15 states are now using the testing consortium.
By Allie Gross • June 25, 2014 -
Tensions boil over Indiana's NCLB waiver
The state must submit any amendments to its waiver application to the U.S. Department of Education next week.
By Allie Gross • June 25, 2014 -
GoNoodle aims to refocus students with quick games
The online mini-activities can be used to calm down, pump up, and refocus students for more productive learning
By Allie Gross • June 25, 2014 -
U.S. Ed. Dept. announces new state requirements for students with disabilities
Under the new standards, 32 states fail to meet compliance.
By Roger Riddell • June 24, 2014 -
Mississippi education officials stand by Common Core
Gov. Phil Bryant's negative comments about the standards ruffled educators' feathers,
By Allie Gross • June 24, 2014 -
Defense bill changes bring additional STEM funding
An amendment to the Department of Defense Appropriations Act brings another $5 million to the national STARBASE Youth Program.
By Allie Gross • June 24, 2014 -
High tech prices a burden for Twin Cities schools
Districts across Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN, are struggling to afford classroom tech.
By Allie Gross • June 24, 2014 -
Study: Over-decorated classrooms hinder learning
Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University found that too many posters and decorations are distracting for elementary school students.
By Allie Gross • June 24, 2014 -
Deep Dive
6 charter details you should know from new Noodle, NAPCS infographic
The infographic is set to be released at this month's National Charter Schools Conference in Las Vegas, but we've got your first look here.
By Allie Gross • June 23, 2014
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