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6 ways tech simplifies school communication and engagement

November 7, 2025April 3, 2025 by Lisa Melashenko & Elena Clemente, Alisal Union School District

Districts often struggle with school communicat, but new platforms help ensure the right messages reach the right groups.

As technology trainers, we support teachers’ and administrators’ technology platform needs, training, and support in our district. We do in-class demos and share as much as we can…

Profiles in Innovation

Fighting chronic absenteeism with data-driven insights–and a little fun, too

November 7, 2025March 26, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Chronic absenteeism remains a widespread challenge in schools across the country, but in Wisconsin, Racine Unified School District’s Julian Thomas Elementary and Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School are demonstrating that…

Student Data Security

Is your district safeguarding student data?

March 25, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

District edtech leaders offer an unprecedented look at gaps and opportunities in student data privacy across the nation.

Protecting student data is critical for school district IT leaders, but many cite leadership and training gaps, along with time and manpower, as obstacles in that pursuit, according…

The Superintendent’s Guide to MTSS & District Strategic Planning

May 21, 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

Tech Transformation: One School District’s Guide to Implementing Interactive Flat Panels

April 30, 2025March 12, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Modernizing classroom technology can be a challenging but rewarding process. Gibram “German” Alvarez, Network Technology Specialist in the IT ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Kenston Local School District (OH)Deploys AI Gun Detection Platform

March 4, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full U.S. Department of Homeland ... Read more

District Management

Education renovation: Transforming classrooms and districts through an HGTV lens

November 7, 2025March 3, 2025 by Kelly Carpenter, Gananda Central School District

Education renovation isn’t just about fixing what’s broken; it’s about creating districts and systems that truly work for all learners.

At a time when schools can be limited by obsolete teaching methods, inequitable policies, and uninspiring school cultures, we should aspire to rehab the features of an antiquated education…

District Management

Top female district leaders share do’s and don’ts of climbing the professional ladder in 2025

February 28, 2025 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence

Female district leaders share valuable experience and insights into what it takes to achieve professional goals in 2025.

Professional growth is often at the top of New Year’s Resolution lists. As educators and education leaders plan for the year ahead, we asked some of the nation’s…

Classroom Management

5 ways PBIS boosts morale and increases learning opportunities

February 26, 2025 by The South Park Middle School PBIS Team

Collaboration, creativity, and data-informed practices all contribute to a successful PBIS program for students in this middle school.

There are a lot of preconceived notions centering around the middle school experience, but here’s a truth for you: Positively engaged students perform better, while uplifting those around…

Newsline

Illinois’ Valley View School District 365 Selects Adaptive Online Reading Program to Improve Student Literacy in Grades 6-8

February 25, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC —Illinois’ Valley View School District 365 (VVSD) has selected the adaptive online reading program DreamBox Reading Plus by ... 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…

One System for All HR Information at Franklin Township Community Schools

February 14, 2025February 13, 2025 by Jeff Festa

How one school district updated its HR systems and brought hiring, onboarding, absence management, time tracking, employee records, and PD ... Read more

Newsline

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

Durable Skills

This district champions media literacy to combat “brain rot”

February 10, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Teaching critical thinking skills helps to ensure students are active and engaged--and that they aren't falling victim to brain rot.

It’s critical that students know how to use digital content, but as students have more access to information, it’s also critical that they know how to evaluate that…

District Management

Elevating family leadership to foster student success

November 7, 2025February 10, 2025 by Marcela Andrés, designEDengagement, PBC

Collaboration through family leadership turns schools into high-quality learning spaces that offer equitable opportunities to all students.

Meticulously scrubbing floors until they gleam, braving the scorching sun while securing heavy shingles atop a roof, or navigating the relentless chaos of a packed food line--these aren’t…

Featured on eSchool News

Quality over quantity: Rethinking edtech time in the classroom

February 5, 2025 by Dr. James Lane, PDK International & Educators Rising

Great teachers know how to thoughtfully integrate and fuse digital resources and edtech into their practices in ways that motivate students.

Districts nationwide are staring down budget deficits and dwindling reserves now that stimulus funds have wound down, forcing superintendents to make difficult decisions about what to cut, what…

Advancing digital equity through teacher leadership

May 18, 2026February 3, 2025 by Content Provided by Digital Promise

In today’s digital world, a teacher leader must have the skills and knowledge to effectively use technology to enhance student learning.

Meaningful opportunities for teachers to build expertise and leadership beyond their classroom add to a sense of professionalism and fulfillment. In an age when the role of technology…

How 3 Districts Are Reimagining High School and the Future of Work

June 4, 2025February 2, 2025 by Jeff Festa

To prepare high school students for the future of work, forward-thinking district and school leaders across the Digital Promise ... Read more

District Management

6 ways to boost district engagement with a unified communications platform

November 7, 2025January 30, 2025 by John Cabral and Cynthia Johnson, Taunton Public Schools

A unified district communications and engagement platform helps maximize time--a limited resource in most districts.

When we were in the middle of the pandemic and everything in education was turned on its head, we realized that we needed a better way to communicate…

The Safety Response Protocols All School Leaders Should Know (eBook)

July 31, 2025January 28, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Equip your schools with life-saving safety response protocols. This eBook provides a clear framework for emergency preparedness, staff training, ... Read more

Live @ FETC 2025

Breaking Classroom Barriers with Advanced AV

January 17, 2025January 16, 2025 by Laura Ascione

The Forney Independent School District sought to break away from traditional classroom setups, aiming to enhance teacher mobility and foster ... Read more

District Management

Em-pathy, not un-pathy, in school leadership

January 15, 2025 by Sean Slade, BTS Spark

In school leadership, great leaders know what makes their colleagues and teams tick and how to motivate and spark them.

In one of his many great YouTube clips, Simon Sinek talks about what key and successful teams seek in their leaders. Performance and ability--sure. But even more important…

Live @ FETC 2025

How to Use AI to Manage Next-Generation District Networks

January 8, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

eSchool News was able to catch up with Mittal Parekh, Senior Director, Product Marketing and Technical Marketing for RUCKUS CommScope ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

3 ways to create a strong district CTE program

July 29, 2025January 8, 2025 by Laura Ascione

A new report provides actionable steps for creating successful career-centered CTE programs in school districts.

Career and technical education is a crucial piece of worldwide economic success, particularly with talent shortfalls forecasted in numerous industries--but CTE leaders still face challenges in creating successful…

Live @ FETC 2025

Show Starter—Exclusive interview with Jennifer Womble, Conference Chair, FETC/District Administration

January 21, 2025January 6, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

For people of a certain age, Jennifer Womble could be described as the E.F. Hutton of edtech—when she talks people ... Read more

Live @ FETC 2025

FETC 2025: Transformation, innovation, and 5 new sessions

January 8, 2025January 3, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Edtech plays an influential role in today's classrooms, and at FETC 2025, innovative educators are at the forefront of digital transformation.

At the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), forward-thinking educators and edtech leaders gather to brainstorm strategies and promote innovations that transform and teaching and learning in their…

District Management

Survey finds “optimism gap” between teachers, admins

January 2, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

An optimism gap shows that admins are more optimistic than teachers about the future of teaching, student motivation, and the role of AI.

Administrators are more optimistic than teachers about the future of the teaching profession, student motivation, and the role of AI in the classroom.

Newsline

Portland Public Schools Selects YouScience to Empower Students with Career-Ready Skills Through Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs

December 24, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

AMERICAN FORK, Utah/PRNewswire/ — YouScience ®, the leading technology provider dedicated to solving the skills gap crisis for students and ... Read more

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

Districts put DEI into action

December 24, 2024 by Laura Ascione

A panel of educators weighs in on the challenges and opportunities that make DEI a critical component of K-12 schools.

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?

District Management

Female district leaders target back-to-school priorities

December 18, 2024 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence

Female school leaders offer insights into the resources, practices, and actions that help them guide their districts.

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…

College and Career Readiness

Addressing the teacher shortage: Six strategies for inspiring future educators

December 12, 2024 by Jason Odom, FlexPoint Virtual School

Inspiring the next generation of future teachers early will lead to a passion for education and a commitment to teaching.

As teacher shortages continue to challenge K-12 education, it’s essential for school and district administrators to create pathways for high school students to experience the teaching profession.

Newsline

Alaskan School System Selects Discovery Education to Enhance Science Education

December 4, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC —Alaska’s Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District (MSBSD) announced a new partnership with global edtech leader Discovery Education that will ... 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).

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…

Newsline

Schools and Districts Nationwide Partner with TinkRworks to Engage Students in STEAM Project-Based Learning

November 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

ELMHURST, Ill. — As educators work to increase access and opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), a growing ... Read more

Classroom Management

6 ways to create engaging elementary learning spaces

November 20, 2024 by Ashley Campos, Chula Vista Elementary School District

Elementary learning spaces and an environment designed with student success in mind can lead to greater engagement and focus.

Key points: When our district decided to build a brand-new elementary school to support its growing student enrollment, we wanted ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Big Deals—School Security, Combating Teacher Turnover, and New Dyslexia Tools

November 18, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD) recently updated its security with a new hi-tech addition: Weapons Detection Systems from Athena ... Read more

6 ways tech simplifies school communication and engagement

Fighting chronic absenteeism with data-driven insights–and a little fun, too

Is your district safeguarding student data?

Kenston Local School District (OH)Deploys AI Gun Detection Platform

Education renovation: Transforming classrooms and districts through an HGTV lens

Top female district leaders share do’s and don’ts of climbing the professional ladder in 2025

5 ways PBIS boosts morale and increases learning opportunities

Illinois’ Valley View School District 365 Selects Adaptive Online Reading Program to Improve Student Literacy in Grades 6-8

Putting school safety measures at the forefront of district budgets

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

This district champions media literacy to combat “brain rot”

Elevating family leadership to foster student success

Quality over quantity: Rethinking edtech time in the classroom

Advancing digital equity through teacher leadership

6 ways to boost district engagement with a unified communications platform

Breaking Classroom Barriers with Advanced AV

Em-pathy, not un-pathy, in school leadership

How to Use AI to Manage Next-Generation District Networks

3 ways to create a strong district CTE program

Show Starter—Exclusive interview with Jennifer Womble, Conference Chair, FETC/District Administration

FETC 2025: Transformation, innovation, and 5 new sessions

Survey finds “optimism gap” between teachers, admins

Portland Public Schools Selects YouScience to Empower Students with Career-Ready Skills Through Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs

Districts put DEI into action

Female district leaders target back-to-school priorities

Addressing the teacher shortage: Six strategies for inspiring future educators

Alaskan School System Selects Discovery Education to Enhance Science Education

District leaders express gratitude for special education staff

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

Schools and Districts Nationwide Partner with TinkRworks to Engage Students in STEAM Project-Based Learning

6 ways to create engaging elementary learning spaces

Big Deals—School Security, Combating Teacher Turnover, and New Dyslexia Tools

Why interactive solutions are a smarter investment for schools

ClassMate by World Book Recognized with Prestigious ISTE Seal

School Specialty Honors Top Educators with 12th Annual Crystal Apple Awards

Follett Content Accelerates Public Library Strategy

Celebrating Teachers: Nominate Outstanding Educators for Crystal Apple Awards

School Specialty Expands Learning Beyond the Screen with New Outdoor Furniture Line

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