District leaders offer insight on engaging families year-round
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.
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I’m a Gen Z teacher–schools rely too much on Chromebooks
As the back-to-school season unfolded in New York, the city’s teachers set up their classrooms how they usually do: by putting up posters, reading through curriculums, sharpening pencils,…
Why neurotypical students should learn alongside their neurodiverse and disabled peers
As the new school year approaches, educators have an opportunity to reflect on how they can make their classrooms more inclusive. By embracing inclusive education, teachers not only…
How students are managing back-to-school-stress
Another school year begins, which means an outpouring of back-to-school feelings for students across America. Many are already feeling the pressures that come with it, particularly the load…
How top female district leaders get ready for back-to-school
As educators and administrators prepare to start the new year off strong, top former and current female district leaders share their go-to sources for advice, inspiration, and continued…
MIND Education Enhances Flagship Math Program ST Math with Transformative Back-to-School Upgrades
IRVINE, Calif. — MIND Education, a leader in neuroscience-driven math education solutions, has released transformative upgrades to the ST Math ... Read more
Parents are cautiously optimistic about AI in schools
While parents do have concerns about their children's exposure to AI in the classroom, some would still support their children using AI for schoolwork.
Revolutionizing education through school-based healthcare
For parents and teachers, addressing the challenges of ADHD in students requires a multi-faceted approach that combines thorough and adequate testing, open communication, and proactivity.
48 back-to-school predictions for the 2024-2025 year
Back-to-school season comes with highs and lows, and along with those mixed emotions come trends and predictions around edtech tools, digital learning resources, and important curricular objectives.
DHS Marks Back to School Season with New Resources for Schools, Educators to Recognize and Prevent Online Child Exploitation
WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is sharing new resources for educators, school administrators, coaches, and others who ... Read more
Big Deals: New AI Initiatives in Phonics Instruction and College Counseling
eSpark, an online supplemental curriculum provider for math, reading, and writing, is bringing AI-powered phonics practice to foundational reading instruction ... Read more
School-Home Communications Checklist From ParentSquare Gives Administrators a Free Tool To Prepare for Back to School
SANTA BARBARA, CALIF.— Getting school-home communications ready for the new school year takes time, teamwork, and a plan for success. ... Read more
Teacher shortages are worrying the majority of K-12 parents
More than half of parents (56 percent) say they are concerned that teachers are burned out to the point that it will adversely affect their child’s education, according…
Outdoor classrooms should outlast COVID
The evidence for learning in nature is compelling, robust, and growing. Reduced stress. Improved attention and cognitive function. More physical fitness. Fewer behavioral challenges. Higher engagement.
10 key CoSN back-to-school resources for edtech leaders
This collection of CoSN resources can help guide K-12 edtech leaders through the beginning of a new school year.
Edtech integration, student engagement are top goals for new school year
Educators are optimistic about implementing new edtech tools, including AI and gamified learning, and are prioritizing student engagement as the new school year gets underway, according to a…
It’s critical to promote mental health supports at the start of the school year
As the new academic year approaches, it's crucial to pay attention to an aspect of school life that often doesn't feature prominently in back-to-school prep: mental health.
5 edtech tools to save time this year
Back-to-school and the first weeks of the new year are definitely busy for teachers as they are diligently preparing lesson plans and getting to know their students–all while…
More students are seeking an AI-powered school year
Students are gearing up for the 2023 school year, and new research from Brainly reveals that AI is an integral element in middle and high school students' academic life.
First AI-powered School Year Begins, Ushering in a New Era in Education
NEW YORK – Students are gearing up for the 2023 school year, and new research from Brainly reveals that AI is an ... Read more
StickTogether Kicks Off Back-to-School with Pixel Portrait Project
NEW YORK — To help educators and school media specialists promote community-building and creativity as students come back to school, ... Read more
55 back-to-school tips and insights for a great year
It's back-to-school season across the country, and while this is met with mixed emotions, like it or not, classroom doors are open and welcoming students. Here are some…
4 back-to-school cybersecurity tips
Due to budget and resource constraints, many schools and other academic organizations are only able to implement very basic cybersecurity tools and processes, and this leaves them extremely…
Big Deals—New and enhanced edtech tools from Quizlet, eSpark, and Turnitin
Announcements include study tools across grades for 60 million students, new approaches to personalized learning curricula for primary grades, and plagiarism detection advances through the use of AI.
7 compliance areas for district leaders’ back-to-school checklists
As summer nears an end, now is the time for school and district leaders to review and update key plans, policies, and procedures. By getting these essential elements…
ParentSquare Releases Back-to-School Resources, Including Updated Checklist for Successful Home-School Communications
Santa Barbara, CA — The summer break gives district and school administrators time to evaluate the efficacy of the approaches ... Read more
Why we should be teaching students economic literacy
When 17-year-old Jerry Marnell thought about heading off to college, economics seemed like an enticing major to study. Between self-starting his own production company and serving as president…
How schools can become air quality champions this year
The COVID-19 pandemic affected every aspect of our lives for more than two years, but perhaps the hardest hit population were children who suddenly found themselves unable to…
7 educators share back-to-school action plans
This year, classrooms are opening with a combination of optimism and uncertainty. On one hand, this is the first truly “normal” back-to-school opening since the fall of 2019.
How to ensure clear communication with your paraprofessionals
There are a couple of things that can be done to better assist paraprofessionals in their roles within schools. The first is to ensure more effective communication between…
HMH Unveils Major Platform Enhancements to Empower Educators and Engage Students Heading Back-to-School Nationwide
BOSTON, /PRNewswire/ – As students and teachers nationwide head back to school, learning technology company HMH today announced major enhancements to Ed, HMH’s connected teaching ... Read more
5 tips for a positive back-to-school experience
Heading back to school can be an exciting yet challenging time for students, teachers, and parents alike. While many school systems are returning to full in-person learning, some…
Back-to-school success strategies
In this week's episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: How to keep innovations discovered during the pandemic alive; 3 simple things to start an esports…
5 classroom management strategies to try this year
A rise in harassment and violence against teachers is taking a toll on already-exhausted educators. A recent survey from the American Psychological Association found that 6 in 10…
Successful edtech impacts more than just teachers and students
In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: 4 ways library media specialists lead digital transformations in districts; 6 back-to-school tips for virtual district leaders;…
18 back-to-school tips to start the year off right
The COVID-19 pandemic has continued to cast uncertainty on education, and the beginning of the 2022-2023 school year is no different. But with some valuable lessons learned under…
10 back-to-school cybersecurity essentials
Summer is over and schools are back in session across the country. If you missed the chance to prepare and test your cybersecurity protocols while students were living…
A supe’s 6 back-to-school tips for virtual district leaders
Over 30 years ago, I took my first job in public education as a biology high school teacher, and instantly knew this was the career path for me.…
ClassTag Awards $10,000 Community Engagement Grant
August 2, 2022 – NEW YORK: As schools and families prepare for back-to-school, ClassTag is announcing the winning district of ... Read more
7 predictions about pandemic learning
As schools across the nation open their classrooms for a return to full in-person learning, educators, parents, and stakeholders are wondering what the fall will bring. Concerns about…