School Models: Page 15

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    Deep Dive

    ‘Opportunity’ knocked — and stayed: Successes and flaws of DC’s private school voucher program

    While some credit the D.C. Opportunity Scholarship Program as a "lifeline" for thousands of low-income students, others are pushing for its demise.

    By , , • Nov. 21, 2023
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    Poverty fueled pandemic impact on schools’ chronic absenteeism

    For schools serving low-income students, extreme chronic absenteeism almost tripled. But the high levels are reversible, said one attendance expert.

    By • Nov. 21, 2023
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    STEM

    From AI to quantum physics, STEM learning opportunities in K-12 are expanding to keep pace with related fields.

    By K-12 Dive staff
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    Ed Dept calls on more states to develop innovative assessments

    In a letter to state education leaders, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona says assessments can "maximize the quality of and returns on instructional time."

    By • Nov. 20, 2023
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    ‘Opportunity’ knocked — and stayed: Two decades of private school vouchers in the nation’s capital

    As private school choice programs increase across the U.S., the D.C. Opportunity Scholarship Program gets credit, and blame, for leading the way.

    By , , • Nov. 20, 2023
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    OCR data collection finds ‘stark inequalities’ in pre-K-12 education

    Cautious analysis of the 2020-21 data is needed, given that 88% of schools had hybrid instruction, Education Department officials said.

    By • Nov. 16, 2023
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    Opinion

    5 ways supportive school culture can counter lagging STEM achievement and inequity

    The National Math and Science Initiative’s Nichole Austion shares how schools can make strides to improve STEM diversity and success.

    By Nichole Austion • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Over 80% of public schools offered summer programs in 2023

    A majority of the public schools offering academic summer programs enrolled most students who needed or wanted to attend, according to NCES.

    By • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Senators propose study on effects of cell phone use in schools

    The bipartisan bill includes a pilot program for schools to store student phones in secure storage containers during the school day.

    By • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Sponsored by Pearson

    3 common misconceptions about SEL — and how educators can address them

    Learn how educators can work with families to understand their resistance and work together to foster acceptance.

    Nov. 13, 2023
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    3 ‘what-if’ K-12 school key incidents and 3 key control remedies

    Learn how K-12 schools can avoid incidents of lost keys among staff members along with the expenses of refitting locks and keys.

    By Tim Purpura, Global Vice President Sales and Marketing at Morse Watchmans Inc • Nov. 13, 2023
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    Out-of-school suspensions cost California students 500,000 instruction days

    African American youth in the foster system lost an average 121 days in the 2021-22 school year, compared to 10 days for all students.

    By • Nov. 9, 2023
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    The future is now: Harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence in the classroom

    A New York superintendent writes that AI, if used correctly, has the potential to provide more personalized, engaging learning for students.

    By Jared Bloom • Nov. 8, 2023
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    Common App expands direct admissions, including partnering with Connecticut

    The online portal has started two programs, one with Connecticut institutions and a second with 70 other U.S. colleges.

    By • Nov. 6, 2023
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    Use home visits to strengthen connections for newcomer students

    Visits should be prearranged and voluntary for families and educators, with educators ready to listen and learn, experts say.

    By • Nov. 6, 2023
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    How to support school communities in the wake of a mass tragedy

    A principal and family liaison at Florida's Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shared their model for community recovery after the 2018 mass shooting.

    By • Nov. 6, 2023
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    Virginia Gov. Youngkin calls for parent notification of school drug overdoses

    One school district in the state has had 10 suspected student opioid overdoses this school year, according to its superintendent.

    By • Nov. 3, 2023
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    White House, Ed Dept call on schools to protect youth from fentanyl dangers

    Prevention education and the availability of naloxone are recommended practices to combat the increase in youth opioid deaths.

    By • Oct. 31, 2023
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    Charter schools continue market share gains

    Growth is greater in pro-school choice states, but it's also evident in less charter-friendly states, according to a Moody's report.

    By • Oct. 30, 2023
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    Opinion

    NAEP results underscore imperative to support, inspire math citizenship

    Three key elements can increase student motivation, engagement and persistence in math, writes the education director at the Gates Foundation.

    By Bob Hughes • Oct. 25, 2023
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    Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP

    This rural Alabama district hit the fast lane on 1:1 devices years before the pandemic

    Over her 16 years leading Talladega County Schools, Suzanne Lacey has prioritized innovation and partnership with local industries like NASCAR.

    By • Oct. 23, 2023
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    ASBO '23

    How an Illinois district prepares for school safety crisis response

    Schools need community partners and plans for clear communications when emergencies occur, advise officials from West Aurora School District 129.

    By • Oct. 20, 2023
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    How to fight chronic absenteeism? Target students, parents and teachers.

    District-level strategies based on communication, empathy and relationships can help motivate the different populations to support attendance.

    By • Oct. 18, 2023
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    NCES: Schools say hiring challenges persisted this fall

    While schools are still finding it hard to fill positions, overall feelings of understaffing decreased year over year.

    By • Oct. 17, 2023
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    California district agrees to fix restraint and seclusion violations

    OCR's investigation of Folsom Cordova Unified School District found lack of records of makeup services after students were restrained and secluded.

    By • Oct. 16, 2023
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    2-phase approach can make gifted and talented access more equitable

    A new guide from NWEA says data schools already have on hand can help educators identify underrepresented advanced learners.

    By • Oct. 16, 2023