New Resources For Managing AI in Schools
CoSN and CAST last released a comprehensive report entitled “AI and Accessibility in Education.” Authored by Fernanda Pérez Perez, a recipient of The ... Read more
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Virtual academies remove barriers and unlock student potential
Two remarkable high school teachers changed the course of my life at a time when academics were the least of my concerns. Their belief in my potential and guidance…
BloomBoard and Mercy University Partner to Create Accessible Teaching Pathways to Address New York’s Teacher Shortage
DOBBS FERRY, N.Y. — Mercy University and BloomBoard, a leading talent development provider for K–12 school districts, today announced an ... Read more
3 strategies to improve attendance for students with disabilities
For too many students with disabilities, chronic absenteeism prevents them from accessing the equitable education they deserve. Recent data shows students with disabilities miss substantially more school compared…
Managing rising student needs under IDEA
Now accounting for 15 percent of total public school enrollment, the number of students requiring special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) has reached an…
UCP of Central Florida Purchases Land in Osceola County to Expand Educational and Therapy Opportunities in Central Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. — UCP of Central Florida is proud to announce it has purchased land in Osceola County to further ... Read more
Here’s how schools can better support neurodiverse students
The number of children diagnosed with developmental disabilities is on the rise, specifically attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Beyond the visible: Recognizing and accommodating invisible disabilities
The concept of accessibility for individuals with disabilities has been an evolving journey, significantly propelled by landmark legislation such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Massachusetts Students Double Literacy Growth In Ignite Reading’s Tutoring Program
BOSTON – Ignite Reading, a national tutoring program serving 20 districts in Massachusetts, announced significant literacy gains for 4,300 K-8 ... Read more
3 strategies to support inclusive learning
To maintain an inclusive learning environment, it is critical that educators have effective strategies to ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities, are given the opportunity to…
How to work for equity of access in classrooms
Ensuring equity of access in the K-12 classroom is crucial for providing all students with a fair and inclusive education. Educational disparities can exacerbate existing inequalities.
Online PD helps teachers respond to bullying
Students with disabilities are often bullied and socially excluded in school at a far greater rate than their classmates. Researchers at the University of Missouri collaborated to develop…
How to build relationships with students
One of the most important things teachers can do is to try to build relationships with students. Especially since the pandemic, schools have placed greater focus on social…
Mobile app helps students with special needs self-monitor behavior
When Sara Estrapala started her career as a high school paraeducator supporting students with disabilities such as autism, Down syndrome, learning disorders and challenging behaviors, she quickly recognized…
Equity, flexibility, and student well-being. That’s the science of reading
Programs built on the science of reading are proven effective in teaching readers of all levels—including Emergent Bilinguals and students ... Read more
Connecticut State Department of Education Selects FEV Tutor for State’s New High-Dosage Tutoring Program
WOBURN, Mass. – The Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) has selected FEV Tutor as an approved tutoring service in ... Read more
How are ELLs, students with disabilities IDed for gifted and talented?
States with formal policies around gifted and talented programs tend to identify more English learners and students with disabilities for those programs, according to a new study from…
Are you leveling up with esports?
Imagine a new school program that is gender-neutral, inclusive to students with physical disabilities, bolsters school pride through competitive meets and is eligible for full and partial scholarships…
Don’t wait: The importance of early dyslexia intervention
A learning disorder that can impact a child’s ability to read or interpret words, letters, and other symbols—but that doesn’t affect general intelligence—dyslexia often goes unnoticed until a…
Special education students need a whole child approach
In early 2020, 7.3 million students received special education services as required by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), according to the National Center for Education Statistics.…
Capstone Interactive eBook Platform Relaunches With Enhanced Accessibility for Children
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. – August 17, 2022 – Capstone, an innovative learning company merging children’s content with easy-to-use edtech tools for ... Read more
Getting real-world experience: High schoolers design a ‘life skills’ lab for students with disabilities
A collaboration between two schools co-located in a midtown Manhattan campus has bridged both of their missions in the most fruitful way possible: a hands-on project giving their…
Benetech Inclusive AI Initiatives Break down Barriers to STEM
PALO ALTO, Calif. — June 17, 2022 —Benetech, the leading software for social good nonprofit, today announced two significant AI ... Read more
Leading Education Organizations Applaud Spending Increase for Social and Emotional Learning in FY2022 Consolidated Appropriations Act
March 17, 2022 — The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) and Committee for Children strongly applaud the ... Read more
Virtual schools can serve students with special needs—and do it well
The pandemic brought special education to the forefront of the dialogue about education, with the media focus mainly directed at sharing stories of students separated from the in-school…
5 ways to help special education students manage testing anxiety
Testing anxiety shows itself in different ways for different students. It can range from refusing to do work, crying, hiding in the bathroom, and verbal aggression to physical…
3 ways to support students with disabilities post-pandemic
These strategies can help educators as they address the needs of students with disabilities after a year of learning during a pandemic.
7 ways to focus stimulus spending on students with disabilities
An influx of federal dollars presents an opportunity for leaders to support students with disabilities with new policies and practices.
Super Duper Publications Makes Finding Autism Resources Easy
According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately one out of every 54 children has been diagnosed with autism spectrum ... Read more
Staying Connected During COVID-19 [Teacher Spotlight]: Karina Tran
What motivated you to become a Special Education teacher? When I was younger I didn’t know I wanted to even be a teacher, nonetheless a Special Ed teacher.…
5 things to avoid saying to students suffering from anxiety
Currently, schools are being inundated with cases of anxiety in young adults. Although the dramatic increase in attention being paid to the illness has been beneficial to those…
Beware of ransomware: Here’s how to protect your district
A new, disturbing pattern has cropped back up that is reminiscent of some nasty behavior from the early days of Internet nefarious exploits: targeting schools and students and…
Thriving special education programs have these 7 elements
Focusing on inclusion, using data, and forming partnerships are among the practices that can help make special education programs successful in schools, according to a report.
Trump’s ed budget: A ‘betrayal’ and a ‘meat cleaver’ to public education
Under President Trump's proposed FY 2018 budget, school choice would receive a massive $1.4 billion while the Education Department undergoes a $9 billion, or 13 percent, cut. Overall,…
If you give a kindergartner a Chromebook…
Although even the youngest children are considered tech-savvy today, there exists a difference between a child who knows how to use a tablet to watch videos and a…
DeVos confirmation hearing elicits intense reactions
Betsy DeVos, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for education secretary, emerged from her confirmation hearings with Republicans praising her commitment to school choice and with Democrats voicing concerns over…
College- and career-ready expectations for students with disabilities
Achieve and the National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) released "Diplomas that Matter: Ensuring Equity of Opportunity for Students with Disabilities," a new report analyzing the diplomas available…
10 steps for making your online courses accessible for all students
New report highlights 10-step plan to applying Universal Design for Learning online According to a new report, incorporating Universal Design ... Read more
Lower expectations for students with disabilities?
A majority of U.S. states offer multiple paths in high school graduation requirements to students with disabilities, according to a new report. However, what some likely intended as…
Implementing Common Core for students with disabilities
A new website for students--and in particular, those with disabilities--is offering free “anytime, anyplace” resources, materials, and information to help schools ensure that their students meet the Common…