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Will K-12 schools require COVID-19 vaccination for students?
As school leaders debate their vaccine approaches, they should first understand their state and local policies.
By Kara Arundel • Updated May 10, 2021 -
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Students need a mindful role model: Practicing mindfulness in the classroom to build student mental health
Here are three important ways teachers who model mindfulness can deliver benefits to today's students.
May 10, 2021 -
Explore the Trendline➔ Getty ImagesTrendlineLearning 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.
By K-12 Dive staff -
PROMISING PRACTICES
Promising Practices: New Hampshire partnerships support students with vision impairments
The program seeks to reduce teacher shortages and improve services to students who are blind or have low vision.
By Kara Arundel • May 7, 2021 -
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After 'dramatic paradigm shift' for districts, more Title IX changes expected
Less than a year after an overhaul one district leader called "a Frankenstein's monster of confusion" for districts, what might a new round of changes bring?
By Naaz Modan • May 6, 2021 -
Chicago schools chief resigns, completing trifecta in nation's largest districts
Janice Jackson's departure follows those of New York City's Richard Carranza and Los Angeles' Austin Beutner in recent months.
By Roger Riddell • May 3, 2021 -
California groups urge schools to make a 'restorative restart' this fall
Use stimulus funding and the momentum for reform to close opportunity and academic gaps, the framework for equitable practices recommends.
By Kara Arundel • April 30, 2021 -
Will the class of 2021 have 'normal' senior celebrations?
Though some school systems remain wary of gatherings like proms and graduations, many are cautiously planning with ample safety measures.
By Katie Navarra • April 28, 2021 -
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
Lessons In Leadership: Texas superintendent stresses importance of speaking to people’s hearts
Klein Independent School District's Jenny McGown says clear, transparent and empathetic messaging has been crucial during the pandemic.
By Roger Riddell • April 27, 2021 -
Using school data to tell a story can be crucial to gain buy-in
An administrator suggests numbers are more meaningful when presented in a relatable, compelling context, though adjusting for the audience is also key.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 26, 2021 -
3 strategies for improving school safety amid classroom returns
School violence often increases after long breaks, but as students return to in-person learning, administrators can take steps to prevent it.
By Naaz Modan • April 22, 2021 -
Florida superintendent, district counsel indicted during review of school safety efforts
The perjury and unlawful disclosure indictments against Broward County officials come as a grand jury probes school safety practices statewide.
By Kara Arundel • April 21, 2021 -
Ed Dept details rules for maintaining state K-12 funding under COVID-19 relief
Reviews of waiver applications for state fiscal maintenance of effort will take into consideration student impacts, according to the Ed Department.
By Kara Arundel • April 21, 2021 -
Report: Principal supervisors a 'key' but sometimes untapped resource
Research suggests principals can boost learning by more than two months in a school year, and their supervisors stand to play critical coaching roles.
By Naaz Modan • April 20, 2021 -
Alabama districts: Option of teaching remote or in-person, not both, helped morale
National data suggests higher rates of resignations for districts that offer both remote and in-person learning.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 19, 2021 -
Missouri model highlights data's role in improving teacher recruitment, retention
The state's teacher predictor model is based on historical data and gives education partners information needed to target teacher supply initiatives.
By Kara Arundel • April 19, 2021 -
How can ed leaders prioritize student mental health in school reopenings?
Officials from three states suggest tapping existing programs and partnerships to strengthen mental health initiatives in the wake of the pandemic.
By Naaz Modan • April 15, 2021 -
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4 steps to addressing COVID-19 attendance barriers
Identifying students needing attendance support can help schools target resources, engagement initiatives and learning, experts say.
By Kara Arundel • April 15, 2021 -
How to help students navigate anti-Asian racism
A pair of teachers have created lesson plans and guides for helping students navigate the current wave of violence and apply historical context.
By Shawna De La Rosa • April 14, 2021 -
Nearly $200B in K-12 pandemic relief funding brings advantages, challenges
Spending those funds appropriately and equitably will take careful and transparent planning among stakeholders, education experts say.
By Kara Arundel • April 14, 2021 -
Report: Prepare now for predicted kindergarten 'bubble'
This fall's kindergarten cohort and some 1st grade classes could have greater age differences and skill disparities, according to a new NWEA report.
By Kara Arundel • April 13, 2021 -
AASA report outlines path to systemic change in public education by 2025
Education, business, advocacy and philanthropic leaders call for specific action steps toward future-focused, rigorous and culturally responsive programs.
By Kara Arundel • April 9, 2021 -
CDC, AFT surveys suggest most educators now vaccinated
Results suggest vaccination rates of almost 80% or more in K-12 following a month in which President Joe Biden called for prioritizing educators.
By Naaz Modan • April 8, 2021 -
Low-income students lagging higher-income peers in filing FAFSAs
Consultancy EAB surveyed more than 15,000 high school students about the financial aid process.
By Hallie Busta • April 8, 2021 -
Can schools make summer programs more fun, effective by focusing on accelerated learning?
Experts suggest positive summer learning and enrichment experiences could help build momentum for a more successful 2021-22 school year.
By Kara Arundel • April 7, 2021 -
Report: Intervene early, effectively to prevent violent school attacks
A Secret Service review of 67 disrupted plots against schools from 2006-2018 finds they were ultimately averted because a concerned individual reported troubling behavior.
By Kara Arundel • April 6, 2021