Building ethical AI usage in K-12 education
The summer of 2023 brought with it a declaration from our Executive Director of Technology that it would be the Summer of AI. As a digital learning team,…
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SchoolStatus Named to 2025 GSV 150 List of Most Transformational Growth Companies in Digital Learning
Ridgeland, Mississippi — SchoolStatus, a leader in K-12 attendance, communications, and data analytics, today announced they have been included in the ... Read more
Frontline Education Announces Hope Needham as Chief People & Culture Officer
Wayne, Pa. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today announced ... Read more
Free Web Filter Buyer’s Guide for K-12 Schools
Are you evaluating your district’s web filtering options? Learn how new web filters help improve cybersecurity, safety, and compliance ... Read more
Teacher support is the key to unlocking AI’s classroom potential
Breakthroughs in large language models like ChatGPT hold vast potential to improve K-12 teaching and learning. LLMs can personalize learning, reduce teachers’ administrative burdens, and make more adaptive…
Otus Announces Partnership with FIRST Educational Resources to Strengthen K-12 Support and Insights Nationwide
CHICAGO (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Otus, the leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, announced today a partnership with FIRST Educational ... Read more
Better pay, benefits can boost teacher retention
Larger pay increases and better benefits could help keep K-12 teachers in the teacher workforce, finds a new, nationally representative RAND survey.
Flywire and Blackbaud Partner to Streamline Tuition Payment Experience for International K-12 Students in the U.S.
BOSTON, Nov. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Flywire Corporation (Flywire) (Nasdaq: FLYW), a global payments enablement and software company, has announced ... Read more
Savvas Learning Company Extends Collaboration with Cognizant, Leader in Driving Enterprise Transformation
TEANECK, N.J. / PRNewswire/ — Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) announced today the continuation of its relationship with Savvas Learning Company with the aim ... Read more
The decoding threshold is a key barrier to reading proficiency in older K-12 students
Despite expectations that students master basic reading skills by third grade, many continue to struggle with reading into upper elementary school and beyond.
Lifelong learning from K-12 to career
Partnerships between academia and industry are an essential part of a successful school-to-career pipeline, and continuous lifelong learning opportunities must be available for workers.
HMH Launches Performance Suite: A Unified Solution for Curriculum, Assessment and Professional Development
BOSTON – Adaptive learning company HMH today announced HMH Performance Suite–a first-of-its-kind teaching and learning solution that integrates assessment, Tier 1 curriculum ... Read more
Survey shows skyrocketing AI use in education
Educators continue to feel confident about integrating technology into their instruction, and say they approach AI use with cautious optimism--with many planning to use it more
How pet therapy boosts our students’ well-being
Children nowadays face various stressors in school (academically and socially), as well as challenges from their outside worlds that trickle into their school lives both directly and indirectly.
Why California Schools Must Prioritize Student Motivation and Mental Health
Amid learning gaps and absences, California schools face an urgent need to prioritize student motivation and mental health. A ... Read more
Securly Appoints Tammy Mank Wincup as CEO
CHARLOTTE, N.C./PRNewswire/ — Securly, Inc. (“Securly”), a leading provider of solutions for K-12 school safety and wellness and a portfolio ... Read more
The Ultimate District Guide to Teaching Multilingual Learners to Read
This practical 6-step guide is a must-have for K-12 leaders. Ignite Reading CEO Jessica Sliwerski provides actionable tips to ... Read more
Ahead of Schedule: STEM Careers Coalition Reaches Over 10.7 Million Students
Charlotte, NC — The STEM Careers Coalition – an alliance of industries and non-profit organizations partnering with Discovery Education to ... Read more
Helping K-12 leaders use data more effectively and confidently
Data is an essential aspect of a school’s culture. At the leadership level, data can be used to identify trends, validate conjectures, monitor progress and check the efficacy…
Lauren Brazel of Tinley Park High School is Named the Grand Prize Winner of the Heroes of the Classroom Program Presented by Kleenex®
TINLEY PARK, Ill.— Lauren Brazel of Tinley Park High School near Chicago is the 2024 Grand Prize winner of the ... Read more
Los Angeles Unified School District Chooses ClassVR from Avantis Education to Bring Immersive Virtual Reality Learning to Students
Chicago — Los Angeles Unified School District (Los Angeles Unified) has chosen ClassVR from Avantis Education, a global leader in ... Read more
Haworth & MiEN Announce Partnership
Haworth and MiEN are announcing a partnership to grow both companies’ presence in the education market. MiEN will join Haworth as a ... Read more
4 takeaways for superintendents to drive real change
Early in my education career, I sat at a conference dinner table surrounded by renowned K-12 leaders. As we discussed our philosophies on leadership, one superintendent’s response gave…
SEL implementation soars across U.S.
A national survey of educators and principals shows a record number of K-12 schools reporting social and emotional learning (SEL) implementation, according to new research from CASEL and…
AI’s impact on education: Wider and wiser curricula
The world around us is changing profoundly, and education must adapt to it. In an age of growing uncertainty, a wise strategy would be to hedge against upheavals…
Beyond the Textbook — How Digital Content Can Enhance Curricula Strategies
Digital books are transforming the classroom – and the shift is happening fast. The Sora reading platform’s 2022-2023 “State ... Read more
Students need clarity on their postsecondary pathways
Much emphasis is placed on college and career readiness, but too often, K-12 students aren't exposed to career possibilities or career resources to form an idea of what…
How schools can take full advantage of the FCC’s new cybersecurity program
K-12 school districts are becoming an increasingly popular target of ransomware operations and other cyber threat actors. Ransomware attacks alone targeted 108 U.S. school districts in 2023.
Pandemic-related science losses hit underrepresented groups harder
When it comes to post-pandemic academic recovery, much discussion centers on math and reading--but science learning losses are lingering, with some groups disproportionately impacted.
Three Ways Modern Invoice and Expense Management Software Can Save Schools Thousands of Dollars Per Year
As K-12 leaders aim to save money and bridge staffing gaps in their districts, there’s a simple way to reduce ... Read more
PAEMST honors teachers in communities like yours
As a school leader, you know better than anyone that teachers are the backbone of your school. Their commitment to serving the next generation and their dedication to…
Shaping the future of K-12 student transportation
Since 1869, when Massachusetts pioneered the integration of transportation into public education, school transportation has evolved to continuously enhance the practicality and safety of how children are transported…
Data-informed decision-making in education: A comprehensive approach
The infusion of data analytics and the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) have given rise to new opportunities for more efficient, effective decision-making.
How Can Technology Enhance Teaching and Learning in the Classroom?
Education technology can significantly enhance teaching and learning in the classroom by providing innovative tools and resources that engage students and support diverse learning needs.
Benefits of Technology in the Classroom
From increasing student engagement with interactive tools to enabling personalized learning and fostering collaboration, the benefits of technology in the classroom are wide-ranging.
K-12 facilities managers eye efficiency, streamlined budgets
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…
Fact Sheet: Use E-Rate funding for managed solutions to drive student success
As K-12 schools look to integrate cloud-based solutions, network complexity is also growing. Lean IT teams struggle to navigate ... Read more
Use E-Rate funding for managed solutions to drive student success
K-12 schools face persistent budget challenges related to today’s escalating technology demands. For more than25 years, the E-Rate program ... Read more
Big Deals—Pearson Expands Online Learning Programs
Pearson and its Connections Academy, the fully online public school program serving K-12 students, announced last week the expansion of their college ... Read more
Increasing K-12 tech accessibility
Believing that all students have the same access to technology is a mistake. According to the U.S. Census, 90 percent of American households have a broadband internet subscription,…