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Researchers find kindergarten readiness test can predict early school success
The first year of school is a critical one, but readiness begins in pre-K and many districts are focusing efforts on increasing support.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 16, 2019 -
4 key practices for successful district-wide SEL integration
Superintendents and others highlight what schools can do to expand social-emotional initiatives, including positive messaging and culturally inclusive practices.
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 16, 2019 -
DC elementary school transforms culture with alternative discipline
Research informing the "Conscious Discipline" approach shows students excel when they feel safe and loved but act out in times of duress.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 16, 2019 -
Study: Black-white discipline gap predicts achievement disparities
Researchers note efforts to boost equity in discipline would likely have a positive effect on achievement and vice versa.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 16, 2019 -
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A hands-on aquaponics lab wins national recognition
Districts across the country are awarded funding for STEAM learning experiences that develop skills for students.
Oct. 16, 2019 -
California first state to mandate later school start times
The state sided with parents and pediatricians on later starts for middle and high school students, with administrator and teacher groups opposed to the change.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 15, 2019 -
Deep Dive
'Free and appropriate': Special ed stakeholders work to make IEP meetings less one-sided
Improvement plans include federal funding for a technical assistance center to support districts in developing IEPs that "enable children to make progress."
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 15, 2019 -
Few districts have resources for customer service approach despite benefits
Developing a customer service mindset can build deeper trust, leading to better community-school cooperation and higher student retention, experts say.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 14, 2019 -
Ride-share apps cruise into student transportation market
Some districts are looking to student-focused services employing highly qualified caregivers to transport special needs students in particular.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 14, 2019 -
Column
Pre-to-3: App uses medical model to screen for dyslexia
Children can administer the assessment themselves, and teachers get resources on how to respond if students are missing key literacy milestones.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 11, 2019 -
DeVos pushes charter school growth through opportunity zone initiative
A Thursday announcement revealed the Education Department is contracting with a Maryland firm to assist charter development in low-income communities.
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 11, 2019 -
Districts weigh cutting gifted programs as inclusivity lags
The programs tend to be filled with affluent, white students due to a skewed playing field in screening processes.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 11, 2019 -
As colleges back off standardized tests, ACT offers section retakes
The test company plans to let students retake parts of the exam starting next year, a move that comes as some question its value in admissions.
By Hallie Busta • Updated Oct. 11, 2019 -
Opinion
Robotics competitions can engage students in STEM
Technology teacher Robin Corbeil explains it's not just about learning a specific block code language, but rather about students gaining confidence in an area they may not necessarily think is within their capabilities.
By Robin Corbeil • Oct. 10, 2019 -
Study: Black students face 'accumulation of disadvantage'
According to UCLA research, many factors affecting student outcomes lie outside the classroom but schools can help address a number of barriers to success.
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 10, 2019 -
CTE programs evolve as tech transforms vocational fields
Auto shop is among programs most transformed by tech as electric and self-driving cars necessitate teaching new procedures, like replacing high-voltage battery cells.
By Lauren Barack • Oct. 9, 2019 -
Amid limited research, educators find success with flipped classroom model
Early success with the approach, which has students consume traditional lecture material at home, led one Michigan school to expand it building-wide.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 9, 2019 -
Q&A
Curricular Counsel: How New York's Baldwin schools add relevance to college- and career-readiness
The district forges community partnerships to connect students with hands-on professional experiences and is reimagining learning spaces to mimic modern work environments.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 9, 2019 -
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Studying solar: CTE programs expose students to fast-growing renewable energy careers
Through partnerships between schools and nonprofit organizations, students are gaining industry knowledge and opportunities for credentials that will give them a leg up in the workforce.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 9, 2019 -
Florida among latest to propose teacher pay increase to offset shortage
States and individual districts are getting creative with pay, perks and stipends to attract new teachers to the field and retain those already in place.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 9, 2019 -
Ed Dept allots $71.6M to boost proactive school safety measures
The funds will be dispersed under four grants focused on preventing violence by improving mental health services and school climate.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 9, 2019 -
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Report spotlights DC school dress codes' disproportionate impact on black girls
As attire battles continue nationwide, the research is among the latest to look at how female students generally are subjected to stricter rules than male peers.
By Natalie Gross • Oct. 9, 2019 -
Principals value coaching, but the model still isn't widespread
Experts say coaching helps retain the most effective educators, providing them with a venue to share their expertise with younger teachers.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 8, 2019 -
Report: States 'retreat' from including student test results in principal, teacher evaluations
National Council on Teacher Quality data shows 34 states still include test scores in teacher evaluation results, down from 43 before ESSA's passage.
By Linda Jacobson • Oct. 8, 2019 -
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Administrators share 7 tips for building positive school culture
Carefully managing hallway messaging and modeling positive attitudes can be difference-makers on student performance, teacher retention and more.
By Naaz Modan • Oct. 8, 2019
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