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Pre-to-3: Place-based early literacy initiatives giving families a sense of community pride
Two Brooklyn, New York, nonprofits hope to "change the narrative" of a lower-income urban neighborhood by implementing a successful Tennessee model.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 8, 2019 -
Decades of studies paint complex portrait of vouchers' value
Debate over these programs' success is very much alive, with concerns on both sides of the public-private divide as research shows mixed results.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 8, 2019 -
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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Research review finds students who improve after school closure are 'more exception than rule'
A review of 17 studies finds displaced students’ graduation and college enrollment rates typically drop, and those in schools that get an influx of displaced students also face negative impacts.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 8, 2019 -
NYC's higher grad rates raise questions about changing requirements
While the city's graduation rate increased by 1.7% last year, 1.2% of that is because more students are using alternative pathways to graduation.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 8, 2019 -
Local businesses, nonprofits team up to combat chronic absenteeism
New Orleans public schools are partnering with over 30 organizations, from local businesses to the mayor's office, to find ways to boost attendance rates, including mentoring at-risk students.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 8, 2019 -
New research centers to focus on rural schools, high school writing
The University of Missouri, Harvard University and the University of California, Irvine, will receive a combined total of $25 million for research and practice efforts in these two areas.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 7, 2019 -
States vary in defining college and career readiness metrics
While 44 states include the popular education accountability indicator in their ESSA plans or school rating systems, not everyone agrees on what it means for a student to be prepared for college or career.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 7, 2019 -
Study: Teaching noncognitive skills can spur better long-term student outcomes
Teachers who help students grow skills like self-regulation boost attendance, grades and graduation rates, compared to those who just raise test scores.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 7, 2019 -
Sponsored by Build Your Future
3 Reasons why a 4-year degree isn't always worth it
The desire for job and financial security often drives career choices, but only 33% of jobs need a four-year degree.
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Give students lessons with a 'why'
A Wisconsin high school English teacher says when students get context for how lessons apply to the real world, they're engaged with a greater sense of purpose.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Koch network shifts attention toward K-12 curriculum, tech
The philanthropic network's interest could supplement tight education budgets, but it raises questions over whether districts should take funds from outside groups with their own agendas.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Seeing tangible outcomes builds deeper student STEM engagement
Schools in San Francisco are using SoftBank Group's Pepper robots to allow students to bring their coding skills to life.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Amid push for STEM education, arts instructors stress value of theater
As schools continue to expand science, technology, engineering and math opportunities, theater programs are proving beneficial in fostering soft skills and enhancing academics.
By Lauren Barack • Feb. 6, 2019 -
New York legislature moves to separate student test scores from teacher evals
The move joins a growing trend of teacher unions and majority Democratic state legislatures pushing away from "teaching to the test."
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Study ties pre-K bullying to childhood depression
Research focused on 2- to 3-year-old kids shows those who both bully others and are bullied themselves are most likely to experience childhood depression.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 6, 2019 -
AP participation, performance reach new highs
Seniors in the class of 2018 took 4.22 million exams — a 65% jump over the past decade — and were more likely to persist when faced with harder material.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 6, 2019 -
Schools trade traditional classroom setups for flexible learning environments
New seating and group work spaces are some resources helping schools create modern spaces that embrace collaboration and personalization.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 5, 2019 -
Study links suspension, expulsion to drug use
A lack of oversight when students are removed from school can lead to problematic behavior, and researchers point to restorative practices as one strategy for reducing out-of-school suspension.
By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 5, 2019 -
Nonprofits key to helping districts bridge poverty-related achievement gaps
Even without a dedicated nonprofit, districts can create their own liaison position to connect families in need with the appropriate local services.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 5, 2019 -
Free digital guide provides practical SEL implementation tools for school leaders
The new resource from the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning was created over the past two years after field tests in schools and includes detailed advice, from planning a rollout to measuring results.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 5, 2019 -
Creative snow day videos connect ed leaders to communities — and thousands beyond
In showing their senses of humor during the polar vortex, principals and superintendents reached audiences of as many as 700,000 or more on social media.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 5, 2019 -
Opinion
Volunteers can support instruction and improve student reading outcomes
The dean of students at Garton Elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, tells how the school used AmeriCorps members to boost offline literacy instruction.
By Jenny Inman • Feb. 4, 2019 -
Digital snow days gain steam as schools seek to melt learning loss
More 1:1 device programs enable districts to keep students learning, even when weather like last week's polar vortex forces thousands of cancellations.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 4, 2019 -
Small doses of team bonding-centered PD help teachers conquer winter blues
Creating regular opportunities for teachers to connect, decompress and feel valued contributes to stronger school culture, says one seasoned principal.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Feb. 4, 2019 -
The 5 biggest hurdles to school innovation
Scaling and sustaining innovation, as well as dealing with digital equity issues, are some of districts' top challenges, a Consortium for School Networking report says.
By Amelia Harper • Feb. 4, 2019
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