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Pre-to-3: Application period for Preschool Development Grants opens
As part of the Every Student Succeeds Act, 40 states could receive awards ranging from $500,000 to $10 million to improve services for children, birth to age 5.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 10, 2018 -
Colorado district earmarks $200K to improve language services in 2018-19
Centralizing language services can smooth the way for immigrant parents to become more involved in their child's education.
By Christina Vercelletto • Aug. 9, 2018 -
Trendline
Curriculum
Educators are exploring a variety of strategies to improve students’ learning experiences while continuing to navigate ongoing political disputes.
By K-12 Dive staff -
Report: Most elementary, special ed teachers not required to show they can teach reading
The National Council on Teacher Quality analysis shows that just 11 states require teachers to demonstrate their knowledge of reading instruction on a licensing test.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 9, 2018 -
New approaches needed to prepare students for unknown careers
As the workplace shifts to make room for human-machine partnerships, educators must shift the education model as well.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 9, 2018 -
Principals now joining teachers in pursuit of elected office
Issues like the Janus decision, ongoing teacher protests, criminal justice reform and the opioid epidemic have inspired school leaders to take action.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 9, 2018 -
Experiment with spring break 'vacation academies' yields modest results
Some Massachusetts middle school students who spent spring break studying math boosted end-of-year test scores.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 9, 2018 -
Teachers' attitudes have powerful impact on curriculum
Helping teachers feel more secure about how and what they teach affects students down the line.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 8, 2018 -
Teaching multiple subjects together brings rich rewards
The investigation into a classroom skeleton's history shows how cross-curriculum opportunities can enliven lessons.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 8, 2018 -
Classroom libraries can plant the seed for a lifelong love of learning
The National Council of Teachers of English is putting significant emphasis on an effort dubbed "Build Your Stack."
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 8, 2018 -
Teachers turn to the web for personalized learning resources
Online classes can help teachers individualize lessons for their students.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 8, 2018 -
Critical thinking and creative thought go hand in hand
Weaving play into skills such as writing can help students reach academic goals while increasing engagement.
By Lauren Barack • Aug. 8, 2018 -
Report: Hate speech remains persistent concern in public schools
A review of 472 verified incidents that occurred between 2015 and 2017, finding that they primarily targeted black, Latino, Jewish and Muslim students.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 8, 2018 -
Interagency collaboration, need for more counselors highlighted at federal school safety session
The third public listening session was held in Wyoming, a state that last year passed legislation allowing "citizen sentinels" in schools.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 8, 2018 -
Wisconsin teachers visit homes to build trust with families
K-12 home visits show potential to create a "one team" mentality between educators and families of color.
By Christina Vercelletto • Aug. 8, 2018 -
What happens when teacher performance data is made public?
The Los Angeles Times' 2010 publication of ratings based on student test score data for thousands of the city's teachers bred a turnover spike and placement concerns.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 8, 2018 -
New Jersey student leaders aim for long-lasting change through partnerships, not protests
When schools and districts collaborate with students to improve outcomes, everyone wins, leaders say.
By Christina Vercelletto • Aug. 7, 2018 -
Cloud migration still presents plenty of challenges for school, district IT teams
Among the factors that remain top of mind are any cost savings unique to the district or school, as well as the process of navigating various licensing agreements.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 7, 2018 -
Students retained in middle school less likely to graduate
A RAND Corp. study focused on a New York City schools policy that was intended to end social promotion.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 7, 2018 -
Illinois mandates gifted and talented accommodations
The state now requires districts to identify and appropriately challenge students who are advanced both academically and social-emotionally.
By Christina Vercelletto • Aug. 7, 2018 -
Survey: Most principals satisfied at their current schools
Stress and burnout seem to be primary factors for those looking to leave their school or the profession all together.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 7, 2018 -
Researchers question value of AP courses as exam participation rises
Concerns persist regarding whether Advanced Placement courses provide equal access to all students and adequate preparation for the rigors of college.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 6, 2018 -
Advocacy group calls for more oversight of California charter school spending
Public Advocates reports that most California charter schools studied fail to fully disclose how they spend funds targeted for high-needs students.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 6, 2018 -
Study: At least 1 in 10 immigrant children has 'interrupted schooling'
In spite of struggling academically, most adolescents with gaps in attending school are motivated to learn, the study finds.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 6, 2018 -
Administrators must remain mindful of challenges faced by new teachers
Setbacks are common in the early years of any profession, but administrators have a variety of supports available to those new to the classroom.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 6, 2018 -
Blended learning models can benefit students in juvenile jails
But while the number of diplomas earned is increasing with online learning, some advocates question the quality of instruction students are receiving.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 6, 2018
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