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Female district leaders target back-to-school priorities

December 18, 2024 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence

Female school leaders offer insights into the resources, practices, and actions that help them guide their districts.

As educators and administrators prepare to start the new year off strong, top former and current female district leaders share their go-to sources for advice, inspiration, and continued…

College and Career Readiness

Addressing the teacher shortage: Six strategies for inspiring future educators

December 12, 2024 by Jason Odom, FlexPoint Virtual School

Inspiring the next generation of future teachers early will lead to a passion for education and a commitment to teaching.

As teacher shortages continue to challenge K-12 education, it’s essential for school and district administrators to create pathways for high school students to experience the teaching profession.

Newsline

Alaskan School System Selects Discovery Education to Enhance Science Education

December 4, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC —Alaska’s Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District (MSBSD) announced a new partnership with global edtech leader Discovery Education that will ... Read more

Students with Special Needs

District leaders express gratitude for special education staff

November 28, 2024 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence

Amid increasing demand for services, 'rare and wonderful' special education staff are standouts in districts across the nation.

The demand for special education services is increasing, with about 15 percent of public school students eligible for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

STEM & STEAM Trends

Early STEM career awareness drives future success for students–and the economy

November 25, 2024 by Jerry Wooden, eDynamic Learning

Engaging, career-connected STEM learning opportunities spark students' interest in emerging technologies and in-demand STEM careers.

With career interests and aspirations forming as early as age 10, the middle grades are the ideal time to start making connections between students’ academic work and their…

Newsline

Schools and Districts Nationwide Partner with TinkRworks to Engage Students in STEAM Project-Based Learning

November 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

ELMHURST, Ill. — As educators work to increase access and opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), a growing ... Read more

Classroom Management

6 ways to create engaging elementary learning spaces

November 20, 2024 by Ashley Campos, Chula Vista Elementary School District

Elementary learning spaces and an environment designed with student success in mind can lead to greater engagement and focus.

Key points: When our district decided to build a brand-new elementary school to support its growing student enrollment, we wanted ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Big Deals—School Security, Combating Teacher Turnover, and New Dyslexia Tools

November 18, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD) recently updated its security with a new hi-tech addition: Weapons Detection Systems from Athena ... Read more

Newsline

AI-Enabled Personal Professional Learning Rural District Grant Winner Announced

November 15, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

North Carolina based QoreInsights announced winners of their 2024-2025 Grant for Rural Districts where they selected one school to win ... Read more

Teacher Professional Development

Strategies to craft effective PD for schools and districts

November 15, 2024 by Jamie Fernandez-Schendt, Participate Learning

To create useful, sustained teacher PD in schools and districts, align efforts with school-specific needs and district-wide goals

The best teacher professional development is an empowering experience that equips educators with the skills and insights they need to grow and thrive in their careers.

Dallas Independent School District Approves CoderZ and RoboXFor Pre-engineering and Robotics Certification Programs

November 8, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

DERRY, N.H. – Intelitek and CoderZ, an Intelitek company, announced today that the Dallas Independent School District has approved the CoderZ coding platform and the RoboX 3D simulation platform for the district’s ... Read more

The Ultimate District Guide to Teaching Multilingual Learners to Read

October 31, 2024 by Jeff Festa

This practical 6-step guide is a must-have for K-12 leaders. Ignite Reading CEO Jessica Sliwerski provides actionable tips to ... Read more

District Management

District leaders offer insight on engaging families year-round

October 31, 2024 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence

As education changes, here's what district leaders can do to ensure families are at the center of the school communication equation.

The “Meet the Teacher” events have taken place. The supply lists have been checked off. The classroom rules have been stapled into take-home folders.

Newsline

Los Angeles Unified School District Chooses ClassVR from Avantis Education to Bring Immersive Virtual Reality Learning to Students

October 25, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Chicago — Los Angeles Unified School District (Los Angeles Unified) has chosen ClassVR from Avantis Education, a global leader in ... Read more

New Mexico: Empowering Lives Through Literacy

October 14, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Explore how Las Cruces Public Schools leveraged grant funding to introduce a groundbreaking literacy program, enhancing educational quality and boosting ... Read more

Coding and Robotics

5 ways online coding programs prep students for success

October 4, 2024 by Hunter McConnell, Jacksonville ISD

Districts can start small and easily manage their coding programs as they expand to more students and set students up for success.

When our middle school started offering a robotics course to its students this year, it was a pretty big deal. I’d used a gamified coding platform in my…

AI in Education

AI’s transformative role in accessibility

October 3, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Ongoing collaboration among educators, policymakers, and tech developers is essential to navigate the complexities of AI in accessibility.

AI has tremendous potential to enhance accessibility and support for students--particularly for students with disability, according to a new report from CoSN and CAST.

District Management

Is your state one of WalletHub’s best states for teachers?

September 30, 2024 by Laura Ascione

WalletHub analyzed the best states for teachers--and the worst--at a time when teacher salaries consistently fail to keep up with inflation.

To say teaching is a demanding and often under-appreciated career goes without saying. And despite calls for higher educator salaries and more support, not all states offer the…

District Management

A new partnership aims to train, supercharge school supes

September 27, 2024 by Mariama Tyler, Cognia

School leaders will have access to just-in-time problem-solving, networking, and learning to usher in new era of education leadership.

School leaders who are members of AASA will soon be able to participate in ongoing engagement, collective problem-solving, and development with a professional community of peers

Innovation Insights

New Resources For Managing AI in Schools

September 26, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

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

District Management

The future of edtech depends on edtech evangelists

September 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

The future of edtech success in schools and classrooms depends on edtech evangelists to buoy edtech initiatives and successes.

Educational technology has transformative powers, connecting students to personalized learning experiences and helping teachers make data-informed decision to tailor instruction to student needs.

District Management

K-12 facilities managers eye efficiency, streamlined budgets

September 26, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Many K-12 facilities managers cite budget constraints and aging infrastructure as concerns in district efficiency and cost reduction.

K-12 facilities managers are emphasizing efficiency and cost savings as they stare down the twin challenges of aging infrastructure and budget constraints, according to a new survey by…

District Management

Schools must do more to help families overcome language barriers

September 25, 2024 by Kristin Quinlan, Certified Languages International

Students and families should have equal access to education in schools--no matter what language they speak or what language barriers exist.

It’s a well-documented fact that children experience better academic achievement and social adjustment when parents are involved in their education, but navigating a school system can be challenging.

Newsline

Compton Students Level Up with Esports and Extron

September 23, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Anaheim, California – To better engage their K-12 students, the Compton Unified School District (CUSD) in Southern California offers an ... Read more

District Management

Building meaningful school-home connections to boost attendance

September 19, 2024 by Ian Fish, Alvord Unified School District

Aligning daily operations with a broader strategic vision helps school leaders boost student attendance and strengthen school-home connections

In my role as Assistant Director of Student Services, I've learned that the most crucial factor in improving student attendance isn't about policies or procedures--it's about connections.

Curriculum & Assessment

5 math curriculum insights from educators

September 18, 2024 by Daniel Tracy, MIND Education

$I spoke to a wide range of educators at the recent ISTE conference and I was reminded why creativity and math curriculum go hand-in-hand.$

When I sat down with educators at the recent ISTE conference, our conversations were vibrant and enlightening. Instead of asking for the usual feedback on curriculum, I posed…

Digital Learning Tools

Skibidi anarchy: The role of technology in post-pandemic classrooms

September 17, 2024 by John Jennings, eSpark Learning

Digital learning tools are charged with meeting legitimate classroom needs and appealing to students in ways that meet students where they are

Today’s kids are built differently. It’s the number one recurring theme in conversations with educators at every level, from the classroom to the district office. It’s not just…

District Management

How top female district leaders get ready for back-to-school

September 16, 2024 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence

As educators and administrators prepare to start the new year off strong, top former and current female district leaders share their go-to sources for advice, inspiration, and continued…

Newsline

IXL and Montgomery County Public Schools Expand Partnership to Enhance Secondary Math Education

September 13, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

ROCKVILLE, Md. /PRNewswire/ — IXL, the award-winning personalized learning platform used by more than 15 million students, is proud to strengthen ... Read more

Teaching Trends

Educators outline 5 priorities for the new school year

September 13, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Educators and school leaders offer insights into their top priorities and focus areas for the new school year.

With a new school year comes new priorities for educators and students alike. Teaching is evolving at a rapid pace, pushed forward by advancements in AI, the need…

District Success: Science of Reading in Action

November 6, 2024September 12, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Gain insights from one district’s successful reading program revamp. By meeting state mandates, adopting Structured Literacy, and achieving 85–90% teacher ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

How to leverage microcredentials and LERs in K-12

September 9, 2024 by Laura Ascione

A report offers recommendations for implementing microcredentials and LERs to advance skills-based learning for historically excluded students

As the U.S. offers more opportunities for skills-based hiring and advancement, microcredentials and learning and employment records (LER) can certify student learning and success and comprise lifelong learning…

Innovation Insights

Crunch the Numbers—New Data on Edtech Benefits, AI, and Top Educators

August 23, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

NetSupport – a classroom management solution used throughout the globe – has published the results of a survey asking educators ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

3 online resources to encourage student career planning

September 27, 2024August 23, 2024 by Joanna McCumber, Anderson School District 5

Forging connections between students and industry professionals is key to opening their eyes to future possibilities through career planning.

According to a study conducted by ECMC Group, 81 percent of high school students surveyed said learning skills they need to be successful in the real world is…

District Management

What 1,000 families want your district to know about school-home communication

August 22, 2024 by Russ Davis, SchoolStatus

The data shows just how much families crave a deeper level of transparency and collaboration in school-home communication.

Can you point to that moment where a teacher said or did something that changed the course of your life? I certainly can. In my case, it wasn’t…

AI in Education

AI is forcing a teaching and learning evolution

August 9, 2024 by Laura Ascione

AI and technology tools are leading to innovative teaching and learning--along with classroom, school, and district efficiency.

More than half of teachers and district administrators who are already actively using AI are leveraging it to improve learning experiences and outcomes for students, according to Cambium…

Educational Leadership

Is imposter syndrome built on a fallacy?

August 8, 2024 by Sean Slade, Alyssa Gallagher, & Max Cooke

Instead of questioning their ability to lead through imposter syndrome, school leaders can reflect on new opportunities to grow and learn.

We have all experienced imposter syndrome at some point in our career. It’s experienced as a feeling or underlying concern that somehow, despite having the job qualifications.

Newsline

Students Across California’s Dunham School District Return to Classrooms this Fall with Innovative New Resources Enhancing Science Education

August 5, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC — Students across California’s Dunham School District (DSD) will return to classrooms this fall with new resources enhancing ... Read more

Thousands of Students Build Literacy in Arizona’s Largest School District

October 30, 2024August 1, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Find out how the largest district in Arizona helped transform literacy education by giving educators science of reading-based tools and ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

3 free STEAM education resources to nurture student curiosity

July 30, 2024 by Lisa Gray, Allegheny Valley School District

Engaging STEAM education resources and content in classroom is the first step to inspiring students to explore those career possibilities in the future.

According to the National Math and Science Initiative, STEM education helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fosters communication, and bolsters teamwork.

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