Securly Appoints Tammy Mank Wincup as CEO
CHARLOTTE, N.C./PRNewswire/ — Securly, Inc. (“Securly”), a leading provider of solutions for K-12 school safety and wellness and a portfolio ... Read more
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SEL implementation soars across U.S.
A national survey of educators and principals shows a record number of K-12 schools reporting social and emotional learning (SEL) implementation, according to new research from CASEL and…
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.
Creating IEPs with GenAI while ensuring data privacy
All students have a right to privacy, and their personal and sensitive information must be kept confidential to protect them from unwanted exposure of their Personal Identifiable Information…
HMH Introduces Coachly to Empower Educators with On-Demand Instructional Coaching for Back to School
BOSTON — Adaptive learning company HMH today announced the launch of HMH Coachly™, an innovative service that provides educators with unlimited access to ... Read more
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.
The state of AI: Who is leading AI adoption?
Eighty-two percent of college students say they've used AI technologies, compared to 58 percent of high school students, and students are now near even with teachers in adoption.
Creating smart campuses to transform student life
Imagine a school where learning isn't confined to the classroom. The curriculum is adaptive in real-time, and technology is used intuitively to ensure every aspect of student life…
Implementing MTSS at a Sustainable Pace: A How-To Guide
The need for intervention is urgent, but how do you implement a Multi-Tiered System of Supports in a sustainable way ... Read more
Science-backed scalable tools improve student mental health
In the face of constrained time and resources, decision-makers in the K-20 education sector require accessible, cost-effective, and efficient solutions to tackle their most urgent challenges. Among these…
Launching a districtwide computer science program for all grades
With 24,000 students, Springfield Public Schools is usually among the three largest school districts in Massachusetts. Our students are spread across 31 elementary schools and a total of…
What are the Benefits and Risks of Artificial Intelligence in Education?
The integration of AI in education brings both benefits and risks. While AI enhances engagement, personalizes learning, and provides valuable insights, concerns arise regarding data privacy, ethical considerations,…
States need to strengthen reading instruction policies
While many states seek to improve literacy outcomes for students, they focus too little on a key component to strong implementation and sustainability: effective teachers.
Leveraging student data to improve IEPs
Some school leaders are fortunate enough to house their data in systems where IEP information can be ingested, disaggregated, and managed in a way that paints a clear…
ESSER Funds help bring ClassVR to Schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools District
Chicago — Several schools in the Saint Louis Public Schools (SLPS) district have signed on to bring the immersive power ... Read more
Have digital portfolios come of age?
It’s one of the longest-running promises of edtech: Have students provide proof of work online. Get better assessment results. Provide ... Read more
San Isidro Independent School District Leverages GEAR UP Grants to bring ClassVR to Students
Chicago — The San Isidro Independent School District in Texas is embracing the immersive power of virtual reality technology through ... Read more
7 principles for AI in education
A new framework intends to guide the edtech industry’s implementation of AI in education in a purpose-driven, transparent, and equitable manner that enables critical tools for personalized and…
Cumberland County Schools Recognized in 2023 K-12 Hero Awards for Implementation of S.P.I.R.E. Reading Program
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — EPS School Specialty, the leading provider of Pre K–12 supplemental literacy solutions, is pleased to announce that Catherine ... Read more
The State of Computer Science report reveals progress and challenges in U.S. education
The 7th annual report on K-12 computer science in the United States dropped today. It provides an update on national ... Read more
CASEL Announces New Cohort of SEL Fellows to Support Young People Nationwide
CHICAGO – Education leaders representing 44 school districts and regional offices of education will join a national fellowship focused on ... Read more
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…
Driving equitable learning with thoughtful software implementation
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to the forefront the stark reality of inequities in our education system. As schools shifted to remote learning, a digital divide emerged, leaving…
EdTech Success in LAUSD
Los Angeles Unified School District usually gets a bad rap when it comes to the implementation of tech. There was a ransomware attack at the beginning of school…
Investing in classroom collaboration tools? 3 things to know
Modern technological advancements affect virtually every area of daily life, and today’s educational institutions are looking to new digital tools to help improve student achievement and engagement while…
3 supports for educators implementing restorative justice practices
Educators are embracing restorative justice practices to facilitate safe and relational school environments and address inequities in school disciplinary practices. Research-based guidance offers insights on how to structurally…
Windsor Public Schools Transform Culture, Build Coherence Through High-Quality SEL Program
Charlotte N.C. – Aperture Education, the leading provider of research-based social and emotional learning (SEL) assessments for K-12 schools, and ... Read more
Navigate360 Advances Whole-Child Student Wellness and Safety Suite with Latest Acquisition in Continuing Effort to End School Shootings, Teen Suicide and Bullying
RICHFIELD, OHIO (PRWEB) — Navigate360, the nation’s leader in K–12 student wellness and physical safety solutions, has acquired PBIS Rewards, a ... Read more
Give teachers ownership to make computer science a success
Well-intended computer science initiatives are often met with reluctance and resistance before they even get off the ground. Teachers may see the new initiative as "just another thing"…
Children’s Hospital Colorado Expands Access to Free, Online Teacher Training to Help Students with ASD and ADHD Improve Executive Functioning Skills
Aurora, Colo. – Free, online teacher and parent training designed to improve the executive functioning of elementary school-aged children with autism ... Read more
Mississippi Partners with AIM Institute for Customized Literacy Training
CONSHOHOCKEN, PA [JULY 28] – The AIM Institute for Learning & Research is excited to announce a new partnership with the Mississippi ... Read more
4 steps to a successful SEL implementation
After several years of using a homegrown social emotional learning (SEL) approach, our district decided it was time for a more official curriculum that would support our middle…
Building the ‘why’ into a districtwide literacy implementation
At Rockford Public Schools, we have a strong commitment to literacy growth. We take a comprehensive approach beginning with our foundational curriculum.
Reading Plus Announces Expanded Partnership With South Carolina’s Beaufort County School District
WINOOSKI, Vt. (September 29, 2021) – Reading Plus, an evidence-based online program that uses personalized instruction to improve students’ reading ... Read more
Illinois’ Decatur Public Schools Selects 7 Mindsets for District-wide Implementation
ROSWELL, Ga. – Sept. 1, 2021 – Decatur Public Schools in Decatur, Ill., has selected 7 Mindsets, the leader in ... Read more
New Mexico Public Education Department Names Curriculum Associates to Its High-Quality Professional Learning Marketplace List for 2021
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass., July 6, 2021— The New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) recently named Curriculum Associates’ i-Ready Classroom Mathematics and ... Read more
Mesa Public Schools and S.A.V.E. Consortium Name CoderZ as Approved Vendor
DERRY, N.H. – May 11, 2021 – CoderZ, creators of innovative educational solutions using virtual robotics to bring core subject ... Read more
Districts Leverage $300,000 Matching Grant Program to Improve Flexible Learning and Address Social Justice
Recipients receive services from BetterLesson to ensure continuity of learning and resilient pedagogy implementation “It’s incredibly heartening to see that ... Read more
Be prepared: It’s a cliché for a reason
According to Tony Spence, for a district to be ready for everything, it has to constantly be preparing for something. And maybe be a little bit lucky. In…
AVer Information Launches Dream Classroom Giveaway Contest
AVer Information Inc., the award-winning provider of video collaboration solutions and education technology solutions, announced today the launch of the ... Read more