The importance of the ITS and Facilities relationship
One of our jobs as CTOs is developing great relationships with other district leaders. IT touches every aspect of the modern K-12 district, and our success, as well…
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It’s budget season: How are you preparing for the fiscal cliff?
The imminent end of ESSER funding has pushed school districts to a critical juncture, compelling them to confront budget deficits for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year before the…
Leveraging E-Rate to transform learning
K-12 leaders have an opportunity to leverage the edtech investments they made in the shift to remote and hybrid ... Read more
Choosing the Right Assessments for Your District
6 Key Questions to Ask With the right assessment tools, K–12 educators can accurately measure students’ progress toward learning goals. ... Read more
DEI in action: eSN Innovation Roundtable
DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) is a commonly used acronym, but what does it mean in the context of day-to-day operations in a school district?
5 things you need to know about the science of reading
While high-quality literacy instruction has remained a cornerstone of education leaders' priorities, this year, the science of reading has dominated classrooms and discussions around instructional strategies.
First-in-the-Nation Artificial Intelligence Framework for District Leaders
The ILO Group this week announced the release of its Framework for Implementing Artificial Intelligence in K-12 Education–a first-of-its-kind AI framework ... Read more
CoSN IT Leader Spotlight: Don Wolff
In partnership with CoSN, eSchool News is highlighting the innovative and dedicated work of IT leaders in school districts across the country.
3 data management considerations for district leaders
As data analytics comes of age for the K-12 sector, educators are increasingly turning to data insights to help identify students’ learning abilities and areas of opportunity.
Key strategies for education leaders to boost morale
In education, where the success of students is intricately linked to the motivation and dedication of faculty and staff to go the extra mile, elevating employees' well-being is…
San Jose Students In Ignite Reading’s Tutoring Program Nearly Triple Reading Growth In Two Months
SAN JOSE – Since the launch of Ignite Reading’s partnership with Alpha: José Hernández School in November, the organization announced ... Read more
K-12 edtech survey notes growth obstacles attributed to insufficient leadership depth
The latest national survey conducted by the Edtech Leadership Collective has identified a stark misalignment in expectations when it comes to emerging leaders’ readiness to reach the executive…
Reduce Violence in Schools with Digital Monitoring – PDF Guide
Download this practical guide to help superintendents and district leaders understand how digital monitoring can help identify and eliminate threats ... Read more
Educational leaders must leverage collaboration for success
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) calculated global economic output loss will total $28 trillion dollars between 2020 and 2025 as the result of the COVID-19 virus that impacted…
How to ensure edtech ROI? Ask these 4 questions
Working with curriculum and system leaders and educators across the state of New Hampshire, I frequently hear some common refrains about education technology tools for the classroom.
What is the Role of AI in a Smart School?
AI in smart schools is revolutionizing traditional education by introducing innovative technologies to enhance learning experiences. From personalized learning to smart classrooms, AI in education is reshaping learning…
5 of the biggest education trends in 2024
As we usher in the new year, educators and industry leaders are eagerly anticipating the top education trends for 2024. The education industry has witnessed a rapid evolution…
Leading is learning
There was a time when we believed that once you knew how to do something then that was it. Mission accomplished. The skill set was learned and the…
Tackling Teacher Turnover: Proven Strategies for Increasing Retention
Ready to retain more of your teaching talent? Get the latest white paper from engage2learn, a must-read for school and ... Read more
Elementary-level STEM education fosters our future innovators
In today's fast-paced world, STEM education has become imperative for global progress. Traditionally, the spotlight on STEM education appears to occur in high school and late middle school…
Leveraging student data to improve IEPs
Some school leaders are fortunate enough to house their data in systems where IEP information can be ingested, disaggregated, and managed in a way that paints a clear…
ESSER Funds help bring ClassVR to Schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools District
Chicago — Several schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) district have signed on to bring the immersive power ... Read more
VHS Learning Earns MSA-CESS Reaccreditation
Boston – VHS Learning has once again received accreditation from the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS), ... Read more
For school leaders, routine decisions aren’t so routine
In the tapestry of leadership, decisions are often viewed through a lens of routine or regularity. It's easy to fall into the belief that some choices are mundane,…
CASEL Announces 2023 Social and Emotional Learning Leaders of the Year (SELLY) Awards
CHICAGO – CASEL announced the recipients of the 2023 SELLY Awards, honoring outstanding achievements of seven “Social and Emotional Learning ... Read more
Fall River Announces Partnership With Ignite Reading’s Virtual, One-To-One Tutoring Program That’s Doubled Reading Growth For Students Nationwide
FALL RIVER – Fall River Public Schools announced an innovative new partnership with Ignite Reading to deliver virtual, one-to-one literacy ... Read more
Leveraging the K-12 generative AI readiness checklist: A guide for district leadership
Whether or not a school district is considering leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), the influence of this technology on educational ecosystems is undeniable.
4 focus areas to embrace innovation and avoid school system failure
Following years of challenges brought on by COVID-19 and the inequities in education highlighted by the pandemic, decades- and centuries-old educational systems are finally being challenged.
Now is the time to plan for next year’s technology upgrades
While school districts are well underway into their new year – and their new budget – many are already planning for the year ahead, and technology remains one…
Can team teaching break the constraints of conventional schooling?
Teacher burnout is a real and growing challenge for US K–12 schools. Last year, school district leaders reported a 4 percent increase in teacher turnover according to a…
School leaders need to create opportunities for teachers as well as for students
While some of the recent efforts focused on recruiting more teachers of color have paid off, keeping those teachers in our schools and classrooms is an urgent challenge.
Solving IT staffing challenges with managed services
Historically, K–12 school systems have taken a “do-it-yourself” approach to deploying and managing their network infrastructure. This DIY model ... Read more
A roadmap for implementing Zero Trust in K-12
Implementing zero trust is a journey, but the journey isn’t necessarily linear. “It involves moving from an old security ... Read more
Zero Trust: A new K-12 paradigm
As K-12 leaders look to shield their network from attacks, the nature of cybersecurity is changing. With more applications ... Read more
SETDA Launches Cybersecurity Resource Focused on Small, Rural, and Under-resourced Districts
Washington, D.C. — Today, SETDA is pleased to announce the release of a cybersecurity resource focused on small, rural, and under-resourced districts. ... Read more
Fixing the K-12 cybersecurity problem
In early September, CISA announced a voluntary pledge for K-12 education technology software manufacturers to commit to designing products with a greater focus on security.
Navigating generative AI: Promoting academic integrity
With AI dominating conversations among education leaders, the importance of managing expectations and academic integrity is now more critical than ever as the new school year commences.
The STEM Careers Coalition Presents a New Collection of Curated Digital Content for Manufacturing Day 2023
Charlotte, NC. – In celebration of National Manufacturing Day, the STEM Careers Coalition™ – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered ... Read more
5 Ways to Maximize the Value of Remaining ESSER Funding
With the deadline for spending ESSER funding rapidly approaching, K-12 leaders need to decide in the next few months how ... Read more
District leaders: Act now to avoid financial disasters after COVID relief funding ends
Among all institutions impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, few faced challenges as profound and fast-moving as America’s public schools. But as many large organizations return to normal, school…