Professional Development: Page 8


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    ASCA ‘22: 3 ways to create a more racially conscious school culture

    Approaches can include helping teachers understand their own biases and identifying allies of racial equity, said conference speakers.

    By Naaz Modan • July 18, 2022
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    Opinion

    How one district created a program to recruit and retain 100 men of color

    A South Carolina district superintendent explains how a pioneering initiative is already achieving success — and offers promise for the future.

    By Baron R. Davis • July 7, 2022
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    Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

    K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage from 2025 so far as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

    By K-12 Dive staff
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    California data shows 83% of teachers have proper credentials

    The data on teacher effectiveness is in line with some of National Council on Teacher Quality’s recommendations, but not all.

    By July 5, 2022
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    Report: Pandemic pods designed by leaders of color offer lessons for traditional schools

    Racially and linguistically affirming curriculum and mindful discipline practices led to positive experiences. 

    By June 15, 2022
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    Expectations for ESSER: The benefits and limits of the historic investment

    We’ve gathered all three parts of our series examining the goals stakeholders have for federal relief funds in one place for your convenience.

    June 14, 2022
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    Q&A

    Curricular Counsel: Boosting student agency with less 'hovering'

    An instructional specialist from Maryland details how educators can engage students with more voice and choice across curricula.

    By June 8, 2022
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    4 key factors to support district-wide math achievement

    A retired superintendent writes that making math achievement a "non-negotiable" is critical to improving outcomes.

    By Amy Hodgson • May 19, 2022
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    Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP

    Lessons In Leadership: Dallas superintendent reflects on wins, challenges ahead of second retirement

    Michael Hinojosa shared how he's navigated sometimes tense relationships with lawmakers, the importance of succession planning and more.

    By May 19, 2022
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    Opinion

    Entrepreneurship education won't save the teaching profession — but it's a good place to start

    A Florida educator writes that teacher satisfaction is a complex problem that can only be addressed with a multifaceted approach.

    By Falia Justima • May 3, 2022
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    More than half of first-time teachers in Alabama leave within 3 years

    A new statewide analysis on teacher shortages leads to calls for more data — and more support systems for new educators.

    By April 29, 2022
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    This Tennessee district's grow-your-own program is set to eliminate teacher vacancies

    Clarksville-Montgomery is the first permanent grow-your-own teacher apprenticeship program approved by the U.S. Department of Labor.

    By April 22, 2022
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    Opinion

    Being a teacher needs to be the best job in the district

    A leader and a staff member of NCEE write that teachers should be rewarded for leading the growth of their colleagues.

    By Jason Dougal and Ann Borthwick • April 21, 2022
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    Harvard dissolves undergrad teacher education program

    Low enrollment and bureaucratic obstacles were cited in the decision to pivot to a master's-only program.

    By April 12, 2022
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    Opinion

    After 5 decades of teaching, 7 lessons my students taught me

    A veteran educator writes that pedagogy must adapt to how students learn, discipline must be more compassionate and building relationships is key.

    By Stephen Sroka • March 29, 2022
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    NEA, Airbnb partnership aims to help teachers supplement income

    The move, which allows educators to earn stipends and discounts, comes as districts nationwide make efforts to retain teachers and increase pay.

    By March 28, 2022
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    Cardona urges state, district momentum on teacher shortages

    The education secretary is expected to call for increased teacher pay, more robust prep programs and more in a Monday announcement.

    By March 28, 2022
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    Report suggests 'invisible tax' levied against Black male educators

    Experts say the additional responsibilities Black male educators report taking on point to a need for professional development for all teachers.

    By March 25, 2022
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    We want to hear about your school district's rising leaders

    For a second year, K-12 Dive's Rising Leaders is looking for trailblazing assistant principals and district leaders to spotlight.

    By March 24, 2022
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    High expectations, relationships key to improving ELL student experiences

    A Rhode Island superintendent told ASCD conference attendees that teachers must think of ELLs as having a learning asset rather than a deficit.

    By March 23, 2022
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    SXSW EDU 2022: Our recap of Austin's ed innovation extravaganza

    We've rounded up all of our coverage from this year's show in one location for your convenience.

    March 22, 2022
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    Day 3 at SXSW EDU 2022: Cardona raises student voice, district leaders discuss population shifts

    The Austin ed innovation festival's third day also included principal pipeline equity discussions and a hip-hop icon promoting student mental health.

    By , March 10, 2022
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    Day 2 at SXSW EDU 2022: Culture wars, 'future-proofing' classrooms, and disrupting racial inequity

    The Austin, Texas, education innovation conference continued Tuesday with conversations on media literacy, workforce pathways and more.

    By , March 8, 2022
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    Day 1 at SXSW EDU 2022: Retrieval practice, universal meals and revolutionizing assessment

    Couldn't make it to Austin, Texas? Get caught up on conversations around learning pods, classroom models and more.

    By , March 7, 2022
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    Counselors for Computing broadens student exposure to STEM

    The program trains counselors to encourage girls and other students underrepresented in computing to pursue tech careers or hobbies.

    By March 2, 2022
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    Grow-your-own teacher pipeline model gains steam

    The approach could help districts overcome barriers to entry like high tuition costs and low teacher pay.

    By March 2, 2022