AI-Enabled Personal Professional Learning Rural District Grant Winner Announced
North Carolina based QoreInsights announced winners of their 2024-2025 Grant for Rural Districts where they selected one school to win ... Read more
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Strategies to craft effective PD for schools and districts
The best teacher professional development is an empowering experience that equips educators with the skills and insights they need to grow and thrive in their careers.
Dallas Independent School District Approves CoderZ and RoboXFor Pre-engineering and Robotics Certification Programs
DERRY, N.H. – Intelitek and CoderZ, an Intelitek company, announced today that the Dallas Independent School District has approved the CoderZ coding platform and the RoboX 3D simulation platform for the district’s ... Read more
The Ultimate District Guide to Teaching Multilingual Learners to Read
This practical 6-step guide is a must-have for K-12 leaders. Ignite Reading CEO Jessica Sliwerski provides actionable tips to ... Read more
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.
Los Angeles Unified School District Chooses ClassVR from Avantis Education to Bring Immersive Virtual Reality Learning to Students
Chicago — Los Angeles Unified School District (Los Angeles Unified) has chosen ClassVR from Avantis Education, a global leader in ... Read more
New Mexico: Empowering Lives Through Literacy
Explore how Las Cruces Public Schools leveraged grant funding to introduce a groundbreaking literacy program, enhancing educational quality and boosting ... Read more
5 ways online coding programs prep students for success
When our middle school started offering a robotics course to its students this year, it was a pretty big deal. I’d used a gamified coding platform in my…
AI’s transformative role in accessibility
AI has tremendous potential to enhance accessibility and support for students--particularly for students with disability, according to a new report from CoSN and CAST.
Is your state one of WalletHub’s best states for teachers?
To say teaching is a demanding and often under-appreciated career goes without saying. And despite calls for higher educator salaries and more support, not all states offer the…
A new partnership aims to train, supercharge school supes
School leaders who are members of AASA will soon be able to participate in ongoing engagement, collective problem-solving, and development with a professional community of peers
New Resources For Managing AI in Schools
CoSN and CAST last released a comprehensive report entitled “AI and Accessibility in Education.” Authored by Fernanda Pérez Perez, a recipient of The ... Read more
The future of edtech depends on edtech evangelists
Educational technology has transformative powers, connecting students to personalized learning experiences and helping teachers make data-informed decision to tailor instruction to student needs.
K-12 facilities managers eye efficiency, streamlined budgets
K-12 facilities managers are emphasizing efficiency and cost savings as they stare down the twin challenges of aging infrastructure and budget constraints, according to a new survey by…
Schools must do more to help families overcome language barriers
It’s a well-documented fact that children experience better academic achievement and social adjustment when parents are involved in their education, but navigating a school system can be challenging.
Compton Students Level Up with Esports and Extron
Anaheim, California – To better engage their K-12 students, the Compton Unified School District (CUSD) in Southern California offers an ... Read more
Building meaningful school-home connections to boost attendance
In my role as Assistant Director of Student Services, I've learned that the most crucial factor in improving student attendance isn't about policies or procedures--it's about connections.
5 math curriculum insights from educators
When I sat down with educators at the recent ISTE conference, our conversations were vibrant and enlightening. Instead of asking for the usual feedback on curriculum, I posed…
Skibidi anarchy: The role of technology in post-pandemic classrooms
Today’s kids are built differently. It’s the number one recurring theme in conversations with educators at every level, from the classroom to the district office. It’s not just…
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…
IXL and Montgomery County Public Schools Expand Partnership to Enhance Secondary Math Education
ROCKVILLE, Md. /PRNewswire/ — IXL, the award-winning personalized learning platform used by more than 15 million students, is proud to strengthen ... Read more
Educators outline 5 priorities for the new school year
With a new school year comes new priorities for educators and students alike. Teaching is evolving at a rapid pace, pushed forward by advancements in AI, the need…
District Success: Science of Reading in Action
Gain insights from one district’s successful reading program revamp. By meeting state mandates, adopting Structured Literacy, and achieving 85–90% teacher ... Read more
How to leverage microcredentials and LERs in K-12
As the U.S. offers more opportunities for skills-based hiring and advancement, microcredentials and learning and employment records (LER) can certify student learning and success and comprise lifelong learning…
Crunch the Numbers—New Data on Edtech Benefits, AI, and Top Educators
NetSupport – a classroom management solution used throughout the globe – has published the results of a survey asking educators ... Read more
3 online resources to encourage student career planning
According to a study conducted by ECMC Group, 81 percent of high school students surveyed said learning skills they need to be successful in the real world is…
What 1,000 families want your district to know about school-home communication
Can you point to that moment where a teacher said or did something that changed the course of your life? I certainly can. In my case, it wasn’t…
AI is forcing a teaching and learning evolution
More than half of teachers and district administrators who are already actively using AI are leveraging it to improve learning experiences and outcomes for students, according to Cambium…
Is imposter syndrome built on a fallacy?
We have all experienced imposter syndrome at some point in our career. It’s experienced as a feeling or underlying concern that somehow, despite having the job qualifications.
Students Across California’s Dunham School District Return to Classrooms this Fall with Innovative New Resources Enhancing Science Education
Charlotte, NC — Students across California’s Dunham School District (DSD) will return to classrooms this fall with new resources enhancing ... Read more
Thousands of Students Build Literacy in Arizona’s Largest School District
Find out how the largest district in Arizona helped transform literacy education by giving educators science of reading-based tools and ... Read more
3 free STEAM education resources to nurture student curiosity
According to the National Math and Science Initiative, STEM education helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fosters communication, and bolsters teamwork.
Future Schools: The Power of Connection
eSchool News recently connected with three Verizon education and technology experts to tackle some of the most pressing issues for ... Read more
Best of ISTE—PowerSchool Drops Data in Its Annual Education Focus Report
PowerSchool today released findings from its 2024 Education Focus Report for the 2024-2025 school year. The report offers an in-depth ... Read more
FREE E-BOOK: Your MTSS Gameplan for Beginning-of-Year
Have your best year yet with MTSS! This FREE eBook outlines essential steps for school and district leaders to complete ... Read more
iCEV Launches New Eduthings Interface for the 2024-25 School Year
Lubbock, TX – iCEV, a trailblazer in Career & Technical Education (CTE) solutions, is bringing its new Eduthings interface to ... Read more
It’s time to rethink cybersecurity in education
IT leaders are tasked with protecting school district networks and must constantly evaluate their cybersecurity strategies as attacks from outside threats increase in frequency and become more sophisticated.
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
6 tips to select the right assessments for your district
Ensuring student achievement is on track is critical, particularly as post-pandemic academic progress still remains slower for some student groups.
Remote Possibilities: District leaders share best practices of online learning
In this episode of Innovations in Education, sponsored by Stride Professional Development, host Kevin Hogan delves into the complexities and ... Read more