achievement Archives

Breaking the bell curve: Creating more pathways so every kid gets a big win

March 26, 2025 by Dr. George Philhower, Eastern Hancock Schools

When students believe they can succeed, they will show up to school and to classrooms ready to learn and do the hard work

In many classrooms, success still depends on how well a student fits onto a single, familiar bell curve--the one measuring traditional academic achievement in subjects like math, reading,…

Teacher Professional Development

Elevating principals, teachers, and students through shared purpose and leadership

March 25, 2025 by Jacqueline K. Haynes, Charleston County School District

By narrowing the focus, transforming professional development and getting buy-in from stakeholders, low-performing schools can improve.

In Charleston County, South Carolina, a school turnaround initiative designed to enhance teaching and learning at 10 schools on the state’s improvement list has seen remarkable success.

The Superintendent’s Guide to MTSS & District Strategic Planning

March 24, 2025March 23, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Access key resources, expert tips, and real-world examples to help you weave MTSS into your district’s strategic plan, resulting in ... Read more

Building & Campus Security

Putting school safety measures at the forefront of district budgets

February 20, 2025 by Dr. Roderick Sams, CENTEGIX

Combining robust school safety plans and proven safety solutions can bolster teacher confidence, satisfaction, and retention.

School safety is a priority for educators, district administrators, parents, and students, making safety technology solutions essential for protecting school environments and the people within them during significant…

Newsline

Smithsonian and Carolina Biological Announce New Study Results and Effectiveness of their K – 5 Science Curriculum

January 8, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

BURLINGTON, N.C.–( BUSINESS WIRE)–The Smithsonian Science Education Center and Carolina Biological announced new independent study results showing the Smithsonian Science for the ... Read more

Newsline

Iowa STEM Scale-Up Funding Again Available for Drone Education

January 2, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

BOISE, Idaho (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PCS Edventures!, Inc., (PCSV) a leading provider of K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) ... Read more

AI in Education

AI-enhanced tutoring: Bridging the achievement gap in American education

December 9, 2024 by Jennifer Hamilton, Education & Child Development Department at NORC, University of Chicago

As AI in tutoring and education progresses, it's essential to continue to invest in research and development to close equity gaps.

Closing the achievement gap and helping all students reach their full potential is not only a matter of equity, but also a key driver of economic growth and…

Newsline

Otus and Discovery Education Forge New Strategic Partnership to Maximize Student Achievement Nationwide

November 14, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Chicago, IL and Charlotte, NC — Otus, the leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, and Discovery Education, the global ... 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.

Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Selects Carlos Garcia for its Lifetime Achievement Award

October 21, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) has named Carlos Garcia as the recipient of its ... 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

Students with Special Needs

Early screening and intervention are the key to math success

October 8, 2024 by Dr. Chelsi Brosh and Dr. Sandra Elliott, TouchMath

$Students with dyscalculia struggle with critical skills such as memorizing math facts, estimating quantities, and steps to solve problems.$

Educators and reading specialists have known for many years about dyslexia, which is why schools regularly use screening tools that can identify students with this reading disability and…

STEM & STEAM Trends

Pandemic-related science losses hit underrepresented groups harder

October 3, 2024 by NWEA Staff

The first large-scale, in-depth analysis shows uneven post-pandemic recovery in science achievement across the elementary and middle grades.

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.

Education Technology

How Useful is Technology for Teaching and Learning?

September 26, 2024 by ESchool News

Technology has become an essential tool in modern education, transforming both teaching and learning processes. Its integration into the classroom offers numerous advantages that enhance the learning experience…

Education Technology

What are the Benefits of Using Technology in the Classroom?

September 26, 2024 by ESchool News

Using education technology in the classroom offers numerous benefits, enhancing engagement, personalization, and collaboration among students. What are the benefits of using technology in the classroom?

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…

Building & Campus Security

School safety impacts achievement, instructional time, educator retention

September 12, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

A majority of K-12 educators regularly think of their own physical safety at work and say school safety directly impacts student achievement

Although 77 percent of educators and administrators say they believe school safety significantly impacts staff retention and recruitment, only 33 percent feel that their school or district highly…

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.

Newsline

3P Learning’s Mathletics Program Earns ESSA Level II Certification and ISTE Seal

August 16, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NEW YORK — 3P Learning, a global leader in online education for school-aged students, announces Mathletics, the company’s math program ... Read more

Newsline

Anthology Sets New Standard in EdTech with Latest Blackboard® LMS Release, Emphasizing AI Literacy, Instructor Efficiency, and Student Success

July 26, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Orlando, Florida – Anthology, the leading educational technology company, revealed the latest iteration of its Learning Management System (LMS), Blackboard, at ... Read more

Education Policy & Funding

Federal COVID relief dollars improved student test scores, two new studies find

July 23, 2024 by Erica Meltzer, Chalkbeat

There are debates about impact of federal covid relief spending as states and school districts consider which programs to continue.

Did federal pandemic relief dollars improve student achievement? It’s the $190 billion question hanging over American schools as the deadline looms for them to spend the last of…

District Management

Tech investments determine school success

July 3, 2024 by Thomas Pollard, Brother International Corporation

The diversity of printers and printing devices within a district leads to challenges for IT departments and budgetary concerns for schools.

In recent years, school system leadership has been confronted with many complex decisions, ranging from security concerns and public health crises to budgetary constraints and the diverse needs of students, faculty,…

Classroom Learning

How to balance summer break with summer learning loss

June 21, 2024 by Laura Ascione

An expert analysis reveals that the research around summer learning loss isn’t so clear, but students still need learning opportunities.

As classrooms close until next fall, talk of the dreaded summer slide increases, particularly as students are still struggling to gain ground lost during the pandemic.

School Management

Five ways school leaders can end the year on a strong note

June 11, 2024 by Timothy Montalvo, Iona University

Ending the school year on a strong note requires school leaders to use careful planning and a focus on fostering a positive school community.

Ending the year on a strong note not only celebrates the achievements of students and staff but also sets the stage for a successful transition into the next…

Innovation Insights

How PD Can Save Education—Really!

June 5, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

As challenging as the current k-12 education landscape looks, many emerging tools and strategies are constantly coming to market to ... Read more

Durable Skills

5 strategies to close the critical thinking gap

June 4, 2024 by Sarah McNeil, Thinking Maps

When we help students develop fundamental cognitive and metacognitive skills like critical thinking, learning becomes easier--and more fun.

Achievement discrepancies among U.S. students remain persistent and troubling--despite decades of targeted interventions and whole-school improvement programs.

Personalized Learning

Friday 5: Personalized learning

May 17, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Classroom learning has evolved from uniform instruction to personalized learning--and students are reaping the benefits.

A one-size-fits-all classroom is a thing of the past. Now, personalized learning is infused into learning in order to meet students where they are, tailoring programs and experiences…

Newsline

Districts, Schools, and Educators Nationwide Honored as the Inaugural Winners of the Discovery Education Awards

May 9, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

North Carolina — Global edtech leader Discovery Education today announced the recipients of the inaugural Discovery Education Awards. The Discovery ... Read more

Teacher Professional Development

How video coaching inspires teacher self-reflection

April 15, 2024 by Dr. Stephanie Hofer, Metropolitan School District of Decatur Township

As highly-qualified applicants dwindle in the workforce, higher ed is tasked with turning out students and graduates to meet employers' needs.

The Metropolitan School District of Decatur Township has been successfully using video in our teacher professional learning for more than seven years.

Live @ CoSN2024

#CoSN2024 Conversation – Tom Ryan Co-Founder K-12 Strategic Technology Advisor Group (NM)

April 10, 2024April 10, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Tom Ryan wins CoSN’s Seymour Papert Lifetime Achievement Award, a recognition that has only been bestowed seven times in CoSN history.

District Management

3 key strategies for district leaders to build a resilient educator workforce

April 10, 2024 by Dr. Jim Lloyd, Olmsted Falls City Schools

To support and build a healthy educator workforce we must modernize HR that accounts for educators’ well-being and resiliency.

Research shows that “when it comes to student performance on reading and math tests, teachers are estimated to have two to three times the effect of any other school…

District Management

How a district’s focus on data is advancing student growth

April 8, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Data use and exceptional instruction are two critical factors in advancing student growth and achievement.

How can district leaders and educators support student growth and effectively use data, in real time, to truly inform instruction and ensure high achievement?

Classroom Learning

What are the Positive Effects of Classroom Management?

April 5, 2024 by ESchool News

Effective classroom management fosters a supportive learning environment where students feel safe, engaged, and motivated in their classroom learning.

Student Well-Being

How bullying contributes to K-12 student absenteeism

April 4, 2024 by Dr. Joy Smithson

Bullying's negative outcomes are documented for K-12 student absenteeism and academic achievement, as measured by GPA and assessments.

The National Center for Education Statistics released its findings from the school survey on crime and safety: 2021-2022 and reported that bullying occurs at least once a week…

AI in Education

LAUSD launches revolutionary AI tool

June 10, 2024March 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

LAUSD is the first district to systematically leverage AI through a new tool called Ed, opening access to students, families, and teachers.

The Los Angeles Unified School District has launched an innovative AI-fueled learning acceleration platform named Ed, a first-of-its-kind tool designed to support the district's 540,000 students.

Newsline

Long Island, NY School District Addresses Youth Mental Health Crisis With Opening of New Wellness Center

March 21, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Baldwin, NY – Youth mental health is a crisis nationwide. Many are struggling to manage the stress and complications of ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Missouri Makes the Most of Student Data

March 12, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Tech leaders who are focused on data privacy must carefully examine the way their district's data is stored

Last week, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), in partnership with SAS, launched the Missouri Data Visualization ... Read more

Maximize the Value of Remaining ESSER Funding

March 8, 2024 by Jeff Festa

With billions of dollars in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funding that must be spent soon, school systems ... Read more

District Management

How district communications platforms bridge communities

March 6, 2024March 6, 2024 by Dr. Matthew X. Joseph

In today’s globalized world, district communications platforms play a critical role in keeping school and home connected.

In an increasingly interconnected world, it’s more important than ever to have effective communication within your diverse school community. Communication plays a pivotal role in fostering a collaborative environment.

How to Maximize the Value of Remaining ESSER Funding

June 19, 2024March 5, 2024 by Jeff Festa

With billions of dollars in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funding that must be spent soon, school systems ... Read more

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