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Young minds: New teachers’ impact on equitable science learning

July 18, 2025 by Fernanda Pires, University of Michigan

A new study examines how different approaches to equity in science education work together, potentially influencing future teachers and PD.

New elementary teachers who promote equity in science are proving highly effective at engaging students, no matter their background, a new University of Michigan study shows.

STEM & STEAM Trends

Amid discouraging math scores, are states improving elementary math instruction?

July 3, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

$Better preparation and support for elementary teachers to provide strong math instruction can improve academic and life outcomes for students.$

A new report from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) finds that most states fall short when it comes to preparing and supporting elementary teachers to effectively…

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Most states don’t actually know if teachers are qualified to teach reading

November 20, 2023 by Laura Ascione

Requiring stronger elementary teacher reading licensure tests can improve teacher preparedness and the quality of reading instruction.

Most states use a weak elementary teacher reading licensure test, meaning that they do not effectively measure teachers’ knowledge of scientifically based reading instruction prior to entering the…

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CodeHS Launches Comprehensive, Easy-to-Use Computer Science Curriculum for Elementary

August 11, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Chicago, Illinois – The significance of computer science education in schools is growing exponentially as it empowers children with the ... Read more

Online & Hybrid Learning

Why we should let online elementary students lead

December 7, 2022March 30, 2022 by Caroline Tevlin, Elementary Spanish Teacher, Florida Virtual School & Michael Bonick, Elementary Teacher, Florida Virtual School

Elementary students must learn to develop confidence, feel ownership over their work, and become passionate about learning

The role of elementary teachers has never been more important, especially as kindergarten through fifth grade students today are facing more change than ever before--from the effects of…

Classroom Innovations

4 strategies to boost student engagement

September 7, 2021 by Janelle Frank, 4K-8 Physical Education Teacher, St. Patrick’s School & Dr. Steve M. Baule, ED.D., PH.D., Assistant Professor of Leadership Education, Winona State University

A new school year in the middle of a pandemic brings uncertainty—but student engagement is still key to a positive classroom, whether in person or online

As the beginning of the school year is creeping up on us, many schools are reconsidering the need for online options. There are too many variables at play…

STEM & STEAM

How to make elementary teachers stronger in STEM

March 9, 2015 by By Stephen Noonoo, Editor, <a href='https://twitter.com/stephenoonoo' target='_blank'>@stephenoonoo</a>

It's no secret elementary teachers are often weakest in STEM. A targeted PD program out of one university may help, according to these school leaders.

Young minds: New teachers’ impact on equitable science learning

Amid discouraging math scores, are states improving elementary math instruction?

Most states don’t actually know if teachers are qualified to teach reading

CodeHS Launches Comprehensive, Easy-to-Use Computer Science Curriculum for Elementary

4 strategies to boost student engagement

How to make elementary teachers stronger in STEM

Why interactive solutions are a smarter investment for schools

Lerner Publishing Group Launches Dr. Gholdy Muhammad’s Genius and Joy Curriculum

School Specialty LLC Announces Acquisition of Nasco Education U.S.

100 Learning Spaces Transformed, $5 Million Invested: School Specialty and College Football Playoff Foundation Celebrate Impact Across Schools Nationwide

ACT and Texas Instruments Collaborate to Enhance Student Success in Mathematics

Big Ideas Start Young: Games for Change Opens 2026 Student Challenge to Game Creators and Innovators Ages 10–25

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