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Halting education research in the name of ‘government efficiency’ is incredibly inefficient

March 31, 2025 by Jenn Finders, Chalkbeat

Cutting education research funding threatens science and innovation, and undermines researchers's work to make a difference in people's lives

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. In recent weeks, we’ve seen federal ... Read more

Gale and Utah State Library Partner to Provide Residents Free Access to New Digital Resources

February 27, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Salt Lake City, UTAH & FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – Utah State Library has partnered with Gale, part of Cengage Group, ... Read more

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Counslr Launches in New Mexico and Illinois; Expands Footprint in New York to Increase Access to Mental Health Support

February 13, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

NEW YORK, NY – Counslr, a leading B2B mental health and wellness platform, announced today that it has expanded its ... Read more

Savvas Learning Company’s Full Suite of K-12 Math Programs Approved by the South Carolina State Board of Education for Statewide Adoption

February 12, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

PARAMUS, N.J./PRNewswire/ — Savvas Learning Company, a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, is excited to announce that the South Carolina ... Read more

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Marian High School Chooses BenQ’s LK936ST Golf Simulator Projector for New Golf Training Lab

January 20, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

COSTA MESA, Calif. — BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display and collaboration solutions, today announced that Marian High ... Read more

Live @ FETC 2025

Look Who’s Talking—Essential Issues for EdTech Leaders

January 15, 2025January 14, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Who: There are few people in Orlando as prepared to talk about the state of play in edtech than Sandra ... Read more

Student Well-Being

Student mental health needs grow as challenges persist

January 1, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

A new report highlights urgent student mental health trends and provides evidence-based solutions for strengthening school services.

Student mental health needs are increasingly urgent, amplified by challenges such as growing anxiety and depression, according to a new report based on feedback from more than 500…

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Next Up NoVa Teaches the Next Generation of Creators with Blackmagic Design

December 31, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Fremont, CA, USA – Rob Giampapa created Next Up NoVa, a nonprofit arts and athletics facility for the youth of Northern Virginia, ... Read more

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Over 2,600 Educational Institutions Including 32 State Departments of Education Purchased or Renewed Licenses for Lexia Aspire or Lexia LETRS Professional Learning Courses in 2024

December 27, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

BOSTON – In 2024, more than 2,600 districts, schools, and state departments purchased or renewed licenses to Lexia Aspire™ Professional ... 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).

Computer Science Education

Computer science education sees more investment, but access gaps linger

November 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

An annual look at computer science education reveals persistent gaps in access, particularly for underserved student groups.

More policymakers are prioritizing computer science education, recognizing the vital role it and other STEM subjects plays in helping students develop workplace-ready skills.

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…

Literacy

The making of a literary award winner

November 25, 2024 by Britten Follett

Often, books that tell engaging and intriguing stories and present information in unique and impactful ways win literary awards.

The best of the best are ALA’s YMA-winning titles, announced every January and selected by committees composed of librarians and other literature and media experts.

Innovation Insights

How to Empower Students to Navigate Politics and Media Bias in the 2024 Election

November 1, 2024October 25, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

It’s tough enough for the average American to navigate through the torrents of mis- and disinformation flooding social media platforms. ... Read more

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IXL Approved by Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a State-Approved Supplemental Literacy Solution for Grades K-5

October 24, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. /PRNewswire/ — IXL, the award-winning personalized learning platform used by 16 million students, has been named a High Quality ... Read more

Curriculum & Assessment

Resources to encourage students’ civic engagement

October 23, 2024 by Valencia Ann Abbott, Rockingham Early College High School

Content that nurtures students' curiosity around civics helps them participate in class as informed, engaged, and inspired students.

Finding interesting resources goes a long way in boosting my students’ engagement with the material, better positioning them for lifelong success. I do that by finding content that…

Idaho Virtual Academy Named 2024 Cognia School of Distinction

October 17, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

MERIDIAN, Idaho (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Idaho Virtual Academy ( IDVA) has been recognized as a 2024 Cognia™ School of Distinction, a ... Read more

COVID in Schools

How are students doing since COVID? Good luck finding out from your state’s school report card

September 17, 2024 by Erica Meltzer, Chalkbeat

Just seven states scored an A for how easy they make it to compare academic performance over time--a concern with post-covid learning loss.

Test data from many sources suggest students are still behind where they were before the pandemic. But it would be pretty hard to figure that out from most…

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

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Kentucky’s Education Professional Standards Board Approves Innovative Programs to Address Teacher Shortage

September 5, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

FRANKFORT, KY – As the 2024–25 school year begins, Kentucky’s Education Professional Standards Board announced the approval of two innovative ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Cultivating STEM excellence in an all-girls Catholic high school

September 4, 2024 by Dr. Cynthia Smith-Ough & Patrick Burton, Mercy Academy

Implementing initiatives like STEM education and performance-based learning requires a commitment to beliefs and values.

Although Mercy Academy is one of four all-girl Catholic high schools in Louisville, Kentucky, we’re the only one that is STEM certified. In fact, Mercy was the first…

Classroom Learning

Post-pandemic growth is limited, but some populations are progressing

September 3, 2024 by Laura Ascione

An annual report reveals limited and nuanced post-pandemic learning recovery, with some select students and groups making promising gains.

New data reveals limited progress toward pre-pandemic levels of achievement nationally, although specific student populations are challenging these trends, according to the State of Student Learning report.

AI in Education

The state of AI: Who is leading AI adoption?

August 30, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Despite reported benefits of AI adoption, stark differences between high school and higher education adoption emerge.

Eighty-two percent of college students say they've used AI technologies, compared to 58 percent of high school students, and students are now near even with teachers in adoption.

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Ello Partners with Civic Suds to Promote Literacy and Get Families Reading While at Local Laundromats Throughout the DC Area

July 30, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

SAN FRANCISCO (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ello, developer of the world’s most advanced AI reading app, announced a new partnership with ... Read more

Innovation in Education

Innovation—A New York State of Mind

July 19, 2024July 15, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

The inaugural Deeper Learning New York conference (DLNY 2024) kicks off tomorrow July 16-17 at Kingston High School in the ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2024

Best of ISTE24: AR and VR Continue to Get Real

July 12, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

While the acronym AI continued to take up the most oxygen in the convention hall this summer in Denver, augmented ... Read more

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Counslr Expands into Iowa, Partnering with Crestwood High School to Increase Access to Mental Health Support Services

July 9, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

CRESCO (IA) & New York (NY), (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Counslr, the text-based mental health support mobile app, announced today that ... Read more

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UCP of Central Florida Purchases Land in Osceola County to Expand Educational and Therapy Opportunities in Central Florida

July 8, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

ORLANDO, Fla. — UCP of Central Florida is proud to announce it has purchased land in Osceola County to further ... Read more

AI in Education

NJ unveils resources for using AI in schools as state aims to pioneer innovations

July 5, 2024 by Jessie Gómez, Chalkbeat

Education experts continue to note that safety and privacy concerns should remain a top priority as AI expands in schools.

New Jersey's department of education unveiled a set of resources aimed at helping educators understand, implement, and manage artificial intelligence in schools.

Student Digital Wellbeing: State of the Nation Report 2024

August 6, 2024June 14, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Download the report, “Student Digital Wellbeing: State of the Nation Report 2024” to learn more about student safety and wellbeing ... Read more

Navigating Learning Loss: The Vital Role of Live Tutoring with Certified Teachers

October 16, 2024May 30, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Amidst growing concerns about the persistent lack of learning loss recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s a noteworthy success pattern ... Read more

Teaching Trends

4 strategies that bring nature’s power to your classroom

May 8, 2024 by Cory Kavanagh, Van Andel Institute for Education

Weaving nature into existing science lessons can foster student curiosity and creativity and invigorate your teaching.

We humans are still deeply tied to the cycles of nature. As such, I believe the solution for curbing our students’ excess energy lies in reconnecting them with…

Close the Learning Gaps With High-Dosage Tutoring

April 23, 2024 by Jeff Festa

High-dosage tutoring helps students quickly overcome learning loss through real-time, online sessions with state-certified teachers. This proven intervention method fuels ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

4 ways to support work-based learning

April 23, 2024 by Laura Ascione

States are investing in work-based learning, but it is important to focus on creating policies that target equity and grow accessibility.

As work-based learning models grow in popularity, a new report from the Center for American Progress (CAP) highlights key themes in recently-passed state legislation that will support efforts to expand…

Close Learning Gaps With High-Dosage Tutoring

July 11, 2024April 19, 2024 by Jeff Festa

High-dosage tutoring helps students quickly overcome learning loss through real-time, online sessions with state-certified teachers. This proven intervention method fuels ... Read more

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SME Education Foundation Expands Manufacturing and Engineering Opportunities to 15K Additional Michigan Students

April 18, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — More Michigan students will have access to new advanced manufacturing technology and training through the ... Read more

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New Research Reveals Vital Professional Learning Insights

March 20, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

DENVER ( BUSINESS WIRE)–MindSpark Learning®, a nonprofit organization specializing in extraordinary learning experiences, conducted vital market research to understand evolving ... Read more

First-in-the-Nation Artificial Intelligence Framework for District Leaders

March 8, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

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

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Phenix City Schools’ Beta Club Members Excel at State Convention, Advancing to Nationals

March 1, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Phenix City, Ala.— Phenix City Schools have marked a significant achievement at the Alabama State JR/SR Beta Convention, with students ... Read more

Personalized Learning

Agency and self-direction: Giving students a voice

February 7, 2024 by Evelyn Johnson

Students will have more success with self-direction when supported within a positive and caring learning environment.

Social-emotional skills are fundamental for success, in school and in life. But how can we ensure that all students learn these valuable lessons?

Halting education research in the name of ‘government efficiency’ is incredibly inefficient

Gale and Utah State Library Partner to Provide Residents Free Access to New Digital Resources

Counslr Launches in New Mexico and Illinois; Expands Footprint in New York to Increase Access to Mental Health Support

Savvas Learning Company’s Full Suite of K-12 Math Programs Approved by the South Carolina State Board of Education for Statewide Adoption

Marian High School Chooses BenQ’s LK936ST Golf Simulator Projector for New Golf Training Lab

Look Who’s Talking—Essential Issues for EdTech Leaders

Student mental health needs grow as challenges persist

Next Up NoVa Teaches the Next Generation of Creators with Blackmagic Design

Over 2,600 Educational Institutions Including 32 State Departments of Education Purchased or Renewed Licenses for Lexia Aspire or Lexia LETRS Professional Learning Courses in 2024

District leaders express gratitude for special education staff

Computer science education sees more investment, but access gaps linger

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

The making of a literary award winner

IXL Approved by Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a State-Approved Supplemental Literacy Solution for Grades K-5

Resources to encourage students’ civic engagement

Idaho Virtual Academy Named 2024 Cognia School of Distinction

How are students doing since COVID? Good luck finding out from your state’s school report card

Kentucky’s Education Professional Standards Board Approves Innovative Programs to Address Teacher Shortage

Cultivating STEM excellence in an all-girls Catholic high school

Post-pandemic growth is limited, but some populations are progressing

The state of AI: Who is leading AI adoption?

Ello Partners with Civic Suds to Promote Literacy and Get Families Reading While at Local Laundromats Throughout the DC Area

Innovation—A New York State of Mind

Best of ISTE24: AR and VR Continue to Get Real

Counslr Expands into Iowa, Partnering with Crestwood High School to Increase Access to Mental Health Support Services

UCP of Central Florida Purchases Land in Osceola County to Expand Educational and Therapy Opportunities in Central Florida

NJ unveils resources for using AI in schools as state aims to pioneer innovations

4 strategies that bring nature’s power to your classroom

4 ways to support work-based learning

SME Education Foundation Expands Manufacturing and Engineering Opportunities to 15K Additional Michigan Students

New Research Reveals Vital Professional Learning Insights

First-in-the-Nation Artificial Intelligence Framework for District Leaders

Phenix City Schools’ Beta Club Members Excel at State Convention, Advancing to Nationals

Florida Virtual School Partners with University of Florida and Concord Consortium to Launch ‘Artificial Intelligence in Math’ Online Certification for Middle, High School Students

Product Enhancements from Discovery Education Foster Improved Engagement and Personalization

ASU Preparatory Academy Educators Enhance Stem Knowledge at Inaugural Microspark Conference

Whitney Brothers® elevatED™ CollectionReceives Design Journal BEST of 2024 Award

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