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Emergency Planning & Response

Protecting teachers from workplace violence as student behavior challenges rise

April 14, 2026 by Dr. Roderick Sams, CENTEGIX
Violence against teachers in the workplace contributes to issues like burnout and some educators leaving the profession altogether.
Schools have seen rising problems with student behavior since the pandemic. For too many K-12 districts, these student behavior challenges are leading to violence against teachers.
District Management

Sustainable change starts with educator voice

April 6, 2026 by Timothy Montalvo, Iona University & the College of Westchester
When educator voice helps shape the work of their schools, change becomes a shared commitment to better outcomes for students.
School leaders everywhere are working to implement change--new initiatives, new instructional frameworks, new technologies, new approaches to student support.
District Management

Don’t mistake staff voice for a problem

April 3, 2026 by Andy Szeto, Ed.D, Professor and District Administrator
School leaders must make space for staff to express concerns and offer suggestions, because staff voice is critical to district success.
As children, we play hide-and-seek. There is a kind of logic to it: If you cannot see me, then I cannot see you. As adults, and sometimes as…
School Management

5 secrets to stronger high school connections

March 31, 2026 by Tracey Widmann, McDowell High School
A comprehensive school communication system often means the difference between parents knowing they’re true partners and feeling left out.
I’ve been a principal for 14 years, during which time I served as the leader of an alternative school, an early college, and a large middle school. Through…
District Management

How to navigate historically high absenteeism

March 27, 2026 by ESchool News Staff
Truly successful chronic absenteeism solutions are those that focus on re-engaging students with their school communities.
Chronic absenteeism has stabilized at historically high levels, signaling a long-term engagement challenge rather than a short-term pandemic disruption, according to a new national white paper released by…
District Management

Key tips to help district leaders use data to improve attendance

March 11, 2026 by Dr. Kara Stern, SchoolStatus
Chronic absenteeism is predictable and preventable--if district leaders respond quickly enough to change the pattern.
Chronic absenteeism has become one of the most pressing challenges facing K-12 education today. According to the American Enterprise Institute, chronic absenteeism rates are leveling out at 23.5…
District Management

When it comes to student attendance, are districts measuring the wrong thing?

March 6, 2026 by George Philhower, Ed.D., Eastern Hancock Schools
As the pressure to improve student attendance mounts, it’s silencing the alarm that kids are still struggling once they return to classrooms.
Across the country, schools are raising alarms about chronic absenteeism. News stories highlight rising numbers of missed days, legislators are demanding answers from districts, and educators are feeling…
Teacher Professional Development

A new PLC model that builds collective efficacy and fights teacher burnout

February 13, 2026 by Douglas Fisher & Nancy Frey, San Diego State University & Health Sciences High and Middle College
Why modern professional learning communities need to focus on adult learning, real problems, and spreading innovation--enter PLC+.
In schools across the country, teacher turnover and burnout have reached crisis levels. Educators are stretched thin, often working in isolation, and many professional learning communities (PLCs) fail…
Emergency Planning & Response

When seconds matter: Why in-building coverage is a lifeline for school safety

January 28, 2026 by Payam Maveddat, Wilson Connectivity
Every student, teacher, and responder deserves the same chance to communicate in an emergency, and school communications coverage is critical
During a school emergency, every minute that passes is crucial, but in those moments, a reliable connection can mean the difference between confusion and coordinated response.
District Management

Cutting costs without cutting corners

January 15, 2026 by Jacqueline Benson, Jurupa Unified School District
This district is streamlining payroll, staffing, and operations to stay ahead of shrinking budgets--here’s how other districts can follow suit
With the end of federal COVID-19 emergency funding and the inherent volatility of state income tax revenues, California school districts are in an era of financial uncertainty.
Teacher Professional Development

4 ways AI can make your PD more effective

December 4, 2025 by Andy Szeto, Ed.D, Professor and District Administrator
AI can help PD facilitators design activities that meet everyone’s needs while keeping the group moving forward together.
If you lead professional learning, whether as a school leader or PD facilitator, your goal is to make each session relevant, engaging, and lasting. AI can help you…
Teacher Professional Development

Rethinking icebreakers in professional learning

November 28, 2025 by Andy Szeto, Ed.D, Professor and District Administrator
Too often, icebreakers are poorly designed fillers, disconnected from learning goals--they should respect professional learning.
I was once asked during an icebreaker in a professional learning session to share a story about my last name. What I thought would be a light moment…
District Management

From silos to systems: The digital advantage in schools 

November 20, 2025 by Sara Douglas, Campbell County Schools
Going digital for critical student services helps education leaders centralize data and ensure seamless support across campuses.
When I first stepped into my role overseeing student data for the Campbell County School District, it was clear we were working against a system that no longer…
School Management

Truth vs. risk management: How to move forward

November 17, 2025November 13, 2025 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma, Bessemer City Middle School and William Howard Taft University
Explaining the “why” behind a decision can build staff trust, morale, and intelligence when it comes to truth and risk management.
In the world of K-12 education, teachers are constantly making decisions that affect their students and families. In contrast, administrators are tasked with something even bigger: making decisions…
Education Policy & Funding

Funding technology initiatives in uncertain times

October 24, 2025 by Gillian Rhodes, Avantis Education
Be intentional about where to look for technology funding, how to frame proposals, and how to measure and share impact
Recent policy shifts have caused significant uncertainty in K-12 education funding, especially for technology initiatives. It’s no longer business as usual. Schools can’t rely on the same federal…
District Management

The superintendent survival kit: Transparency and truth in communications

November 7, 2025October 16, 2025 by Greg Turchetta, Apptegy
When it comes to superintendents and transparency, true leadership means standing up, accepting interviews, and answering tough questions.
As superintendents come under more political fire and frequent negative news stories about their school districts circulate, it is easy to see where the instinct to not comment…
District Management

Phones, devices, and the limits of control: Rethinking school device policies

November 7, 2025September 2, 2025 by Emily Smith, HonestWaves
Are we trying to eliminate cell phones in classrooms, or are we trying to teach responsible use via school device policies?
A growing body of research and an even louder chorus of educators point to the same conclusion: students are distracted, they’re disengaged, and their learning is suffering. What’s…
District Management

Beyond AI: Human connection still drives school attendance

November 7, 2025August 28, 2025 by Dr. Kara Stern, SchoolStatus
When it comes to school attendance, showing up to school is a human decision driven by authentic relationships--not AI.
At ISTE this summer, I lost count of how many times I heard "AI" as the answer to every educational challenge imaginable. Student engagement? AI-powered personalization!
Emergency Planning & Response

Preventing harm by connecting the dots in school safety

August 22, 2025 by Amanda Lewis, Versaterm
Swatting is just one example of how fragmented behavioral data can contribute to high-risk outcomes in school safety scenarios.
Swatting--false reports of school violence intended to trigger a police response--continues to increase across the country. During the 2022–2023 school year, nearly 64 percent of reported violent incidents…
Teacher Professional Development

We’re losing STEM teachers–here are 5 ways to keep them and grow the ones we need

August 11, 2025 by Olga Vargas, Vernier Science Education
Recruiting and retaining STEM teachers isn’t just about filling vacancies--it’s about giving every student an opportunity to be inspired.
The critical shortage of qualified STEM teachers continues to challenge schools and districts across the country. This is especially true in high-need schools where early-career or uncertified teachers…
Education Policy & Funding

How the FY25 funding freeze impacts students across America

July 24, 2025 by Staff and wire services reports
AASA survey results from 628 superintendents across 43 states reveal the real-world impact of the FY25 federal funding freeze.
Communities across the nation began the budget process for the 2025-2026 school year after Congress passed the FY25 Continuing Resolution on March 14, 2025.
School Management

Navigating back-to-school anxiety: A K-12 success guide

July 24, 2025 by Dr. Jason Richardson, Garden City Elementary School & the International University of the Caribbean
Building strong support networks within the school community significantly reduces back-to-school anxiety levels.
As the 2025-2026 academic year approaches, experiencing anxiety about returning to the classroom is a natural response to change that affects everyone differently.
Teacher Professional Development

Using AI to reimagine teacher preparation for scale, equity, and reflective practice

July 16, 2025 by David A. Slykhuis, Ph.D., Valdosta State University
A computerized AI coaching support model lets pre-service teachers engage in scalable, self-guided reflection for teacher preparation.
With growing teacher shortages nationwide, particularly in high-need subject areas and underserved communities, educator preparation programs (EPPs) have a big task at hand.
Teacher Professional Development

5 resources to build stronger classrooms through PLCs

July 17, 2025July 14, 2025 by Laura Ascione
PLCs help educators collaborate with purpose and build stronger, more equitable learning communities to benefit teachers and students.
s the new school year approaches, one of the most powerful tools for continuous improvement is the professional learning community (PLC).
COVID in Schools

Family engagement is critical to COVID academic recovery

June 26, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
Family engagement is essential to mitigating COVID-related learning challenges--and its impact extends far beyond test scores.
Family engagement is an essential part of continued COVID recovery, but is often misunderstood when education policy is formed, leading to a lack of involvement from families, caregivers,…
DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

Bridging the digital divide to empower the youngest learners

June 19, 2025 by Dr. Melanie Johnson, Collaborative for Children
Bridging the digital divide to empower the youngest learners
In Greater Houston, where nearly half of children start kindergarten unprepared, Collaborative for Children is taking bold steps to close the digital divide, beginning with our youngest learners.
Education Policy & Funding

The U.S. had the blueprint for a high-class education–but abandoned it

June 10, 2025 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma, Bessemer City Middle School and William Howard Taft University
The United States was on the path to a great education system, but lost sight of what made its schools inspirational.
In the 1970s, educators and policymakers from across the globe (including from Finland) viewed the United States as a model of forward-thinking education--American schools were well-regarded for their…
COVID in Schools

Unpacking COVID’s lasting academic effects on 5th graders

June 9, 2025June 3, 2025 by Dr. Jason Richardson, Garden City Elementary School and International University of the Caribbean
Educators have been instrumental in helping students regain lost ground and make progress in their academic development after COVID.
As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the globe, it forced the closure of schools and a rapid shift to online learning. This unforeseen disruption in traditional education left…
District Management

The cure for the school attendance crisis? Family support and a sense of belonging

November 7, 2025May 21, 2025 by Dr. Shanna Downs, West Georgia RESA
The chronic absenteeism rate has increased post-pandemic--a clear indicator that the problem isn’t letting up any time soon.
Empty seats have become a common sight in our nation’s classrooms. Students are missing school at record-high rates--not because they don’t want to be there, but because significant…
District Management

The business (and busy-ness) of education

November 7, 2025May 15, 2025 by Sean Slade, BTS Spark, America & Ken Simon, Institute for Educational Leadership
Every employee in a people-first culture--schools or business--should feel respected and feel that the company cares for them individually.
We often hear we should run our schools more like a business. It is intended to mean that we become more efficient and that we streamline our efforts…
DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

The pros and cons of DEI in education

May 13, 2025 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma, Bessemer City Middle School and William Howard Taft University
Positive DEI efforts in education include thoughtful and inclusive implementation strategies that promote equity and inclusion for all.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have become integral to educational institutions across the United States. DEI aims to foster environments where all students can thrive regardless of…
District Management

The dangers of attempting to ‘Instant Pot’ educational progress

November 7, 2025May 8, 2025 by Christy Hovanetz, ExcelinEd
Right now, K-12 needs a little more tough love--stronger expectations, accountability and leadership for students and their progress.
States aren’t happy with how their students are doing--not well, by all objective measures--but instead of focusing in on long-term solutions, they’re lowering expectations and sweeping those academic…
Teacher Professional Development

The math anxiety equation: How to solve for confidence in math class

May 5, 2025 by Brian Dean, UnboundEd
To conquer math anxiety, we must first help students believe they are capable learners of mathematics--and that starts with the right PD.
One of my first vivid memories of math is of timed tests. I still remember how visceral my panic felt--sweaty palms, heart pounding--as I scrambled to recall facts…
Teacher Professional Development

Ethical PD: Doing right by the teachers who do right by the world

April 11, 2025 by Ben Talsma, Van Andel Institute for Education
Ethical PD is a philosophy that puts teachers and their needs front and center, for the benefit of students, communities, and the nation.
Teachers are superheroes. Every day, they rise to the challenge, pouring their hearts into shaping the future. They stay late to grade papers and show up early to…
District Management

Leading (again) in uncertainty

November 7, 2025April 11, 2025 by Sean Slade, BTS Spark
In uncertain times for school leaders, success can be found in moving away from rigid hierarchies to more flexible approaches.
We are again in uncertain times. We again find ourselves dealing with sudden changes and uncertainty. We seem to be in a state of constant change and ambiguity.
District Management

Preparing for the interview season

April 9, 2025 by Steven M. Baule, Ed.D., Ph.D.
Readying for an interview for a new education position involves several key steps that can significantly impact the outcome.
Spring brings not only showers and flowers, but it also brings the opportunity to interview for new education positions. Preparing for an interview involves several key steps that…
District Management

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…
District Management

How will schools replace devices bought during the pandemic?

November 7, 2025April 1, 2025 by Dennis Pierce
Edtech leaders are grappling with the question of replacing pandemic devices as millions of student devices near the end of their life cycle.
During the pandemic, thousands of school systems used emergency relief aid to buy laptops, Chromebooks, and other digital devices for students to use in remote learning.
COVID in Schools

Five years on: COVID’s impact on schools–and what’s next for education

March 27, 2025 by Dr. Megan Kuhfeld & Dr. Karyn Lewis, NWEA 
Education's next 5 years will be crucial in determining whether we can prevent pandemic learning gaps from becoming permanent for students.
Five years ago this month, the World Health Organization officially labeled COVID-19 as a pandemic. In response, life as we knew it came to a halt, schools were…
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.
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