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Gates Foundation announces more than $90M in grants for student achievement initiative
The foundation received more than 530 applications, but it's awarding grants to 19 entities across 13 states.
By Jessica Campisi • Aug. 28, 2018 -
How much do suspensions really hurt students? 4 recent studies provide more answers
Every study has its limitations, but there’s a clear pattern — suspensions aren't a "one size fits all" solution for disciplining students.
By Jessica Campisi • Aug. 28, 2018 -
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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Bipartisan spending bill seeks extensive assessment of US school buildings
Some policymakers say the condition of the nation's school facilities is reaching a crisis level — and the problem is not limited to urban districts.
By Christina Vercelletto • Aug. 28, 2018 -
Principals say their top job is to build trust
Three Chicago principals share their priorities for the coming year.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 28, 2018 -
Report: District-run 'charters' don't see same results
District models of charters are not able to replicate the outcomes of schools with true autonomy.
By Christina Vercelletto • Aug. 27, 2018 -
Extra time to eat boosts participation in School Breakfast Program
The study has implications for schools that can’t afford to move to a universal, breakfast-in-the-classroom model.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 27, 2018 -
Poll: The public would support teachers if more walkouts happen this fall
In this year's PDK Poll, respondents also favor improving schools over replacing them with alternatives.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 27, 2018 -
Deep Dive
Dual enrollment is increasing college-going behavior, but only for some students
These programs offer a taste of the college experience, but certain limitations hinder access for students from underserved backgrounds.
By Shalina Chatlani • Aug. 27, 2018 -
Do low-stakes exams yield accurate results about student achievement?
Researchers argue that many students don’t take the Program for International Student Assessment seriously, skewing results used by policymakers.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 27, 2018 -
Switching to a learner-centered mindset helps students prepare for the future
But handing over the reins of control to a more student-focused approach takes practice.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 27, 2018 -
Senate approves more than $70B for FY2019 ed budget
It's a big win for the Senate, and one step closer to a big win for students and educators.
By Jessica Campisi • Aug. 24, 2018 -
After six years, Tennessee takeover schools show little improvement
Recently released test scores indicate Achievement School District schools still perform well below state averages.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 24, 2018 -
Teachers need more say in decisions about their own professional learning
Personalized learning is working for students. Experts say it can work for teachers, too.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 24, 2018 -
Poll suggests a majority of the public favors school choice
Approval for school choice is on an upswing. Just don't call it a voucher system.
By Christina Vercelletto • Aug. 24, 2018 -
UPDATED: DeVos Ed Dept weighing decision to let schools buy guns under ESSA program
It would reverse a long-standing view of the government — that it shouldn't pay for weapons in schools.
By Jessica Campisi • Aug. 24, 2018 -
Kentucky will no longer require teachers to earn a master's degree
Only three states — Connecticut, Maryland and New York — now require a master's degree or its equivalent for license advancement.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 24, 2018 -
Low-income schools try to beat absenteeism by installing laundry facilities
Addressing students' basic needs is increasingly seen as a way to improve academic outcomes, especially in low-income communities.
By Christina Vercelletto • Aug. 23, 2018 -
More than half of school violence incidents happened in just 10 states. Here's why they may have made the list
Threats made up more than 3,300 of the incidents — a 62% hike from the 2016-2017 school year, according to an Educator's School Safety Network report.
By Jessica Campisi • Aug. 23, 2018 -
Teachers prepared through alternative routes more likely to leave during the school year
The new study on more than 13,000 early-career teachers in North Carolina also finds that “supportive principals” can improve retention.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 23, 2018 -
Report: Shortfalls in employee benefits strain district finances
According to Bellwether Education Partners, district spending on benefits has risen 22%, compared to a 1.6% growth rate in overall K-12 spending between 2005 and 2014.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 23, 2018 -
Socioeconomic inequalities often land students of color in special ed, study says
They're not placed in this category because of racially biased educators, according to the study.
By Jessica Campisi • Aug. 23, 2018 -
Survey: Public support for teacher pay increase grows
Following a year of protests, public support for raising teacher pay is at a 10-year high.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 23, 2018 -
Colorado district moves to four-day week amid intractable budget problems
As enticing as it may seem for both budget and teacher job satisfaction reasons, a four-day school week is not for every district.
By Christina Vercelletto • Aug. 22, 2018 -
Taking the stigma away from struggling readers
Children can learn to love reading if they don’t fear the process.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 22, 2018 -
Creating a classroom that supports learning for all
An inclusive learning environment can be as simple as getting students involved in how they want to learn to adopting digital tools.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 22, 2018
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