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Top legal hurdles facing schools in 2024-25
From First Amendment and Title IX issues to DEI concerns, lawsuits show no signs of letting up as the new school year opens.
By Naaz Modan • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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OSEP 2024Nearly 50% of special education directors say school-parent conflict is increasing
A yet-to-be-published CADRE survey finds special education directors want more training and resources on early dispute strategies.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 9, 2024 -
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Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments.
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OSEP 2024Partnerships key in supporting military-connected students with disabilities
Military families' frequent moves can cause stress and anxiety about potential gaps in special education services, said OSEP conference speakers.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 8, 2024 -
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OSEP 2024Moving from ‘pockets of excellence’ to ‘systems of excellence’ for students with disabilities
If solutions work for some children in some places, “why not everywhere for every student every day?” asked Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 7, 2024 -
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Opinion3 critical areas of focus for building student relationships
Two education leaders detail strategies for ensuring students feel seen, heard and respected — and how that can help learners realize their potential.
By Ginger Baggette and Lorna McBride • Aug. 2, 2024 -
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Special education advocates focus on funding, mental health and teacher shortages
The field is struggling with teacher and staff vacancies, as well as growing demands for services, CEC and CASE members say.
By Kara Arundel • Aug. 1, 2024 -
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STAFFED UPHow registered principal apprenticeships are filling gaps 1 year in
North Dakota education leaders say they rolled out the model to better address teacher shortages and improve student achievement.
By Anna Merod • July 31, 2024 -
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School crime shows downward trend, with notable exceptions
K-12 gun violence has increased, but bullying and physical fights are on the decline, according to an NCES report.
By Kara Arundel • July 25, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPBoots on the ground: Topeka superintendent meets families where they are
For Tiffany Anderson, engaging with the community in authentic, unstructured ways is essential to understanding and addressing learning barriers.
By Roger Riddell • July 25, 2024 -
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Lack of focus, inattention having ‘severe negative impact’ on student learning
Still, 90% of school leaders report high-dosage tutoring has been effective for improving student outcomes, according to NCES data.
By Roger Riddell • July 24, 2024 -
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What we learned at the National Conference on School Leadership
The gathering brought together elementary and secondary principals to share best practices on infusing joy in learning, improving special education and more.
By Kara Arundel • July 22, 2024 -
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Michigan fights Ed Dept’s findings of COVID-era student disability violations
In an escalating back-and-forth between OCR and Michigan, the state calls the disability discrimination findings "meritless."
By Kara Arundel • July 22, 2024 -
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OpinionTraining, rapid response tools crucial to school safety
A Michigan superintendent details how tragedy in a nearby district influenced his school system’s efforts to enhance its safety measures.
By Jim Fish • July 19, 2024 -
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How school leaders can be special education ambassadors
Inclusive classrooms with specially designed instruction can benefit students with and without disabilities, two early childhood educators say.
By Kara Arundel • July 19, 2024 -
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How 2 school leaders infuse joy in student and staff learning
At one Massachusetts school, teacher trainings include a “Family Feud” approach to introducing staff and a cafe model for taking teachers’ book orders.
By Kara Arundel • July 18, 2024 -
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3 ways new school administrators gained confidence and had fun along the way
Two assistant principals from a Utah middle school, speaking at the National Conference on School Leadership, share how they adjusted to their new roles.
By Kara Arundel • July 17, 2024 -
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Message to principals: Help students focus on one positive experience a day
Speakers at the National Conference on School Leadership highlighted the need to embrace positive mindsets and lean on sources of support.
By Kara Arundel • July 16, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow stoic philosophy influences a New Jersey superintendent’s approach to leadership
Being mindful of what you can and cannot control is key to remaining calm as a school leader, says Brigantine Public Schools’ Glenn Robbins.
By Roger Riddell • June 27, 2024 -
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How 4 Pittsburgh-area districts are upgrading career curriculum
An initiative based on a California school system’s framework is helping K-8 students explore careers based on their interests.
By Kara Arundel • June 26, 2024 -
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Oklahoma Supreme Court blocks nation’s 1st religious public charter school
Justices said the school, which was scheduled to open for the 2024-25 school year, “would create a slippery slope and what the framers' warned against.”
By Naaz Modan • Updated June 25, 2024 -
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Opinion4 ways superintendents can transform into super communicators
A district leader shares how finding ways to showcase great district stories can build a culture of trust with the local community.
By Dan Cox • June 25, 2024 -
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Sickle cell disease, epilepsy and cancer could trigger student civil rights protections
A new set of resources from the U.S. Department of Education follows others about asthma, diabetes, food allergies, and GERD or GER.
By Kara Arundel • June 24, 2024 -
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Opinion3 considerations for any district strategic technology plan
A superintendent details how a student-first focus and strategies for tech refreshes are among must-haves for effective rollout and implementation.
By Gustavo Balderas • June 20, 2024 -
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Teachers report lower pay, higher stress than other working adults
Black and Hispanic teachers were more likely to say they intend to leave their jobs by the end of the 2023-24 school year, according to a Rand report.
By Naaz Modan • June 20, 2024 -
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Warning label needed for social media, US Surgeon General says
Dr. Vivek Murthy also called on parents and schools to create phone-free experiences for youth.
By Kara Arundel • June 17, 2024
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