Plenty of schools have no-zeroes policies. And most teachers hate it, a new survey finds
Innovative ideas for school libraries
Everything a school library should be--and how to get your school library there
School libraries have evolved from strict, quiet, hush-hush rooms to more interactive spaces with flexible seating, readily-available edtech tools, and educators on hand to help with research, critical resource evaluation, makerspaces. It’s in school libraries where students often discover and hone their love of coding and programming, create amazing projects via makerspaces, and where they develop important 21st-century skills.
Why mentorship networks are essential in the college admissions process
A supportive network can alleviate the school counselor shortage and help high school students navigate the process
Teaching isn’t about perfection, it’s about showing up–here’s how to do that
At its heart, teaching is about reflecting, leaning on others, and always opening doors for all students
Next gen learning spaces: UDL in action
Learning space design changes can significantly influence student engagement, well-being, and academic achievement
How teachers and administrators can overcome resistance to NGSS
A helpful first step is to approach the NGSS not as a set of standards, but rather a set of performance expectations
AI, CTE are key to preparing students for future careers
Rising educator confidence in career-connected learning and growing urgency for AI tools that build--not bypass--students’ essential skills
Tools and ideas to engage students in career-connected learning
Career connections ensure that all students graduate prepared, inspired, and equipped to thrive
The paradox of Hispanic Heritage Month: Celebrating heritage means honoring students’ languages
Curriculum teams and administrators must center EL experiences in every adoption decision
Why critical data literacy belongs in every K–12 classroom
Critical data literacy is essential to help students learn to navigate cultural nuance, question assumptions, and collaborate across disciplines
Strengthening middle school literacy: What educators need to know
Building literacy doesn’t just improve test scores--it gives students the skills to succeed in every subject
NAEP scores for class of 2024 show major declines, with fewer students college ready
Students who took this test were in eighth grade in March of 2020 and experienced a highly disrupted freshman year of high school because of the pandemic
Back-to-school success for all: Building vital classroom skills
With occupational therapists integrated into daily classroom activities, student challenges can be addressed early, preventing them from becoming larger problems
Building a literacy framework that works: A district leader’s journey in Peoria
This district needed a literacy framework that could both repair learning gaps and accelerate grade-level achievement
The advantages of supplementing curriculum
The most successful classrooms are not those that follow a book, but those where teachers skillfully use supplementary curriculum to benefit all learners
Strengthening family engagement to support the science of reading
Practical tools and data-driven insights can help teachers and families work together to support student literacy
4 tips to help older K-12 readers
Middle schoolers will continue to encounter interdisciplinary subjects that play a unique role in their developing literacy skills
New research highlights the importance and challenges of K-12 student engagement
Student engagement plays a vital role in learning, but educators continue to face uncertainty about what engagement looks like
The untaught lesson: Prioritizing behavior as essential learning
Education’s future depends on making behavior essential--let’s teach it with care and intentionality
26 insights about what back-to-school season has in store
This back-to-school season, the conversation is not just about new devices or apps, but about how technology and thoughtful innovation can transform education
Choice-ready: Exploring a new standard for preparing students for the future of work
Instead of preparing students for a fixed destination, we must prepare them to navigate change itself
4 tips to create an engaging digital syllabus
A digital syllabus can evolve into a classroom tool that simplifies classroom management and drives more engagement year-round
3 steps to build belonging in the classroom
A sense of belonging gives students more than a positive school year--it gives them tools and relationships they can carry for life
The power of instructional intent statements in assignment design
Weaving instructional intent statements into assignment design represents a shift toward more transparent, student-centered pedagogy
Why high schools should use teaching assistants
Adopting higher ed’s TA model could help reduce teacher workload and increase student outcomes
Why student engagement starts with teacher clarity
A professional learning and curriculum director shares how her district is reshaping professional development through teacher leadership and student voice
5 steps to a successful literacy training rollout for teachers
Educators are busy, but will be inspired when they begin to see the tangible results of their professional learning in their classrooms
Nine in 10 educators back evidence-based reading, but training and implementation lag
A new whitepaper highlights national implications as New York educators report gaps in preparation, uneven curriculum adoption, and high demand for professional learning
4 tips to support the literacy needs of middle and high school students
A new report underscores the literacy challenges of older students left behind by the COVID-19 pandemic's disruptions to learning
Just thank ChatGPT: How teens turned a secret tool into a shared success
AI isn’t going away--it’s already the silent partner in many students’ academic journeys
Students are anxious about the future with AI–their parents are, too
In an era when the college-going rate of high school graduates has dropped, AI appears to be heightening anxieties about the value of college
How to strengthen student workforce readiness with classroom and career connections
Educators and leaders must ensure the current education system meets students’ needs and blends academic learning with career preparation
Emergent writing: 3 ways to plant seeds for lifelong literacy
Emergent writing is a critical milestone in early childhood literacy, when children first connect symbols with meaning
How to avoid cognitive debt by building critical thinking skills
Clear instruction, critical dialogue, and process-focused assignments help students use AI in ways that deepen, rather than diminish, cognitive engagement
How we’re rebuilding literacy–and confidence–in our high school
What began as a strategy to help students access grade-level texts turned into a catalyst for broader academic transformation
Why stories still matter in a fast-moving world
Literacy is about critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and the ability to engage with complex ideas
How Kai Cenat saved my high school English class
When students have opportunities to record their thoughts on video, they have a chance to communicate effectively in a modern medium
Integrating technology in CTE classrooms
Embracing technology in CTE helps prepare a future-ready workforce adept at leveraging technology for problem-solving and innovation
Middle and high school students need education, career guidance
Students need early access to opportunities that empowers them to explore careers that match their interests and strengths
Districts are more selective about edtech tools as they face a budget crisis
A new report offers a comprehensive view of how districts are navigating a crowded and complex educational technology landscape
Beyond formulas: Embracing complexity in writing instruction
