K-12 Archives

School-Home Communications Checklist From ParentSquare Gives Administrators a Free Tool To Prepare for Back to School

July 23, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

SANTA BARBARA, CALIF.— Getting school-home communications ready for the new school year takes time, teamwork, and a plan for success. ... Read more

K-12 Cybersecurity

Why federal-education partnerships are critical for cybersecurity

November 12, 2024July 18, 2024 by Gary Barlet, Illumio

Given the constantly changing threat landscape, education must act with urgency and have robust cybersecurity plans in place now.

By providing essential funding, advanced cybersecurity resources, expert guidance, and gathering analytics and data, the federal government can help schools effectively protect against cyber threats.

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Growing Number of K-12 Districts Add ParentSquare to Strengthen Family Engagement Efforts

July 15, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

SANTA BARBARA, CALIF. — As educators wrap up the 2023-24 academic year, school-home engagement remains a top priority. To unify ... Read more

IT Innovations

IoT infrastructure: Smarter students, significant savings

July 12, 2024 by Luis Coton, Allied Telesis

Merging AI with advanced IoT networking technology allows schools to enhance teaching, personalize learning, and streamline operations.

When schools embrace the Internet of Things (IoT) to create a "smart" environment, the benefits extend far beyond energy savings. Research consistently shows that students thrive in optimized…

Edtech Trends

Edtech Top 40 reveals increase in unique digital tool use

July 9, 2024 by Laura Ascione

The Edtech Top 40 report highlights the reliance on edtech tools in schools and the importance of an interoperable technological ecosystem.

On average, K-12 school districts access 2,739 edtech tools over the entire school year, according to Edtech Top 40, a report on the usage of digital solutions, tools,…

Teacher Well-Being

Teachers’ job stress has improved to pre-pandemic levels–they’re still pretty stressed out

July 9, 2024 by Erica Meltzer, Chalkbeat

As more attention is paid to teacher stress, districts around the country grapple with high turnover and staffing shortages in key areas.

Teachers work more hours and experience more stress on the job than similar working adults. For their trouble, they earn less money on average than other workers whose…

District Management

Taking K-12 education transformation from pipe dream to pipeline

July 2, 2024 by Thomas Arnett, Clayton Christensen Institute & Kelly Young, Education Reimagined

Disruptive Innovation could deliver what young people want and need, now--K-12 education transformation necessitates a change.

Across the U.S., most K–12 schools continue the cycle of pounding a square peg into a round hole. Learners and their families want relevant and engaging learning experiences…

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PCS Edventures! Announces Results for Fiscal Year 2024

July 1, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

BOISE, Idaho (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PCS Edventures!, Inc. (“PCSV”), a leading provider of K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (“STEM”) ... Read more

District Management

These attendance management strategies can reduce chronic absenteeism

June 28, 2024 by Laura Ascione

High schools and marginalized student groups continue to display higher chronic absenteeism rates, according to a new study.

School districts implementing proactive, consistent attendance interventions saw a 22 percent improvement in chronic absenteeism rates from 2021-22 to 2022-23.

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ISTELive news: SmartPass highlights link between attendance, student outcomes

June 25, 2024 by Laura Ascione

SmartPass, a digital hall pass solution for K-12 schools, has announced an update to its Schedules capabilities, enabling schools to gain a ... Read more

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Discovery Education to Integrate Responsible AI Assessment Tool into Award-Winning Discovery Education Experience

June 20, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC — Global edtech leader Discovery Education today announced plans to integrate a new, responsible, AI-powered assessment tool—Assessment Generator ... Read more

Energy Management for Sustainable Buildings Checklist

August 21, 2024June 19, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Effective energy Effective energy management is crucial for educational institutions, from K-12 schools to universities. Effective energy management practices reduce ... Read more

Eight Point Energy Efficiency Plan for Education

August 27, 2024June 19, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Effective energy management is crucial for educational institutions, from K-12 schools to universities. By implementing sound energy management practices, schools ... Read more

Digital Learning Tools

Teaching ethical edtech for future innovators

June 19, 2024 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer

Edtech raises new challenges for educators and administrators to solve, but ethical edtech use prepares students for the future.

As technology that was cutting-edge not even a decade ago becomes more accessible to all, people are finding new ways to incorporate that tech into longstanding, critically important…

Digital Literacy

Adding AI to your K-12 digital citizenship curriculum

June 13, 2024 by Christine Kurtz, d'Vinci

Guiding students to approach AI through the lens of digital citizenship means educating students on how to use it safely and responsibly.

Teaching students about AI allows them to not only learn its abilities but also begin to question its limitations. Luckily, educators don’t need to know everything about AI…

AI in Education

Despite guidance, generative AI remains a challenge for educators

June 6, 2024 by Laura Ascione

K-12 teachers have embraced generative AI detection tools, but the biggest risks of generative AI use among students remain unaddressed.

Teachers are still struggling with generative AI use even with policy-setting and training around the technology, according to new survey research from the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT).

Students with Special Needs

Why special educators are key to behavioral equity and inclusion

May 30, 2024 by Elizabeth Orme, Creatively Focused

Fostering collaboration between general and special education teams can create impactful systems for managing behavior and reaching equity.

Educators today are trying to manage a new wave of student behavior, and it’s proving to be one of the toughest parts of their job.

District Management

5 ways to engage your school community with tech-powered communication

May 29, 2024 by Britni Calzada, Westwood ISD

Using the right tech tool can help districts bridge communication gaps and foster a connected school community.

Schools and districts nationwide are learning that effective communication with families is more important than ever before. Unfortunately, developing a communications plan is time- and resource-intensive, especially if…

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SchoolStatus Applauds 2024 Model SARB Winners for Attendance Achievements

May 27, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Ridgeland, Mississippi — SchoolStatus, a leader in K-12 data-driven solutions that empower student success, applauds its SchoolStatus Attend District Partners ... Read more

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Outlier by Savvas Named to TIME World’s Top EdTech Companies 2024 List

May 24, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company, a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, is excited to announce that Outlier by ... Read more

CoSN Corner

CoSN IT Leader Spotlight: Mike Daugherty

May 28, 2024May 23, 2024 by ESchool Media Contributors

In partnership with CoSN, eSchool News is highlighting the innovative and dedicated work of IT leaders in school districts across the country.

AI in Education

5 key recommendations for AI in education

May 23, 2024 by Laura Ascione

AI in education: The technology isn't going anywhere, and educators realize that it will have a place in their instruction

When it comes to AI in education, most K-12 teachers and administrators acknowledge that AI is part of the future of education, whether we like it or not,…

CASEL Honors the 70th Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education

May 21, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

CHICAGO – On May 17,1954, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously that segregation in public schools was inherently unequal and ... Read more

District Management

3 top priorities for K-12 administrators

May 21, 2024 by Laura Ascione

K-12 administrators juggle challenges related to staff retention, student well-being, and cybersecurity readiness.

As K-12 administrators strive to improve operations and maximize outcomes, they are increasingly focused on growing human capital, supporting students holistically, and protecting essential district resources.

Digital Learning Tools

Getting the most ROI from your classroom technology

May 17, 2024 by Nadav Avni, Radix Technologies

An interactive whiteboard includes many modern features that help enhance active learning and increase engagement

During the COVID-19 pandemic, school districts across the United States received a timely infusion of funds to upgrade edtech in the classroom.

Teacher Well-Being

Amid burnout, teachers are ready to embrace AI

May 15, 2024 by Laura Ascione

New data examines the state of teachers, their well-being in the U.S. and how the profession has changed in the year of AI.

As the 2023-2024 school year comes to an end, K-12 teachers in the U.S. are widely experiencing strain at work, with 35 percent of U.S. educators reporting burnout…

College and Career Readiness

New guidance helps ID students ready for Algebra I

May 14, 2024 by Laura Ascione

New guidance around Algebra 1 stresses the importance of a universally administered indicator of readiness as a starting place.

NWEA, a K-12 assessment and research organization, has announced new guidance for schools to support them in more equitably identifying students who may be ready for Algebra 1.

K-12 Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is top priority for K-12 edtech leaders

May 8, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Annual CoSN report highlights nationwide survey results of key trends and challenges for K-12 edtech leaders.

The majority of edtech leaders say they believe AI can benefit education, and roughly one-third have a general AI initiative, according to the 2024 State of EdTech District…

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Ozobot Announces New Robot Recycle and Replace Program

May 3, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, USA – Ozobot, a global leader in programmable robotics and STEAM-based learning solutions that empower the next ... Read more

K-12 Cybersecurity

The evolving requirements of a K-12 school network

April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 by Gerry Grealish, Cradlepoint

With a zero-trust solution, K-12 IT managers can have more control over who enters the figurative doors of their K-12 network.

As the school year began this year, the White House announced several initiatives to curb cyberattacks on K-12 schools. This was in response to a 2022-2023 school year…

Case Study: LG CreateBoard™ Helps Prep School Build Classroom of the Future

August 14, 2024April 23, 2024 by Jeff Festa

How does LG CreateBoard™ help schools enhance modern learning? By delivering features that are easy to use and even easier ... Read more

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SchoolStatus Launches SchoolStatus Boost, an Innovative Educator Development Solution for Enhanced Teacher Growth and Development

April 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

RIDGELAND, Miss./PRNewswire/ — SchoolStatus, a leader in K-12 data-driven solutions that empower student success, announced the launch of SchoolStatus Boost, ... Read more

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Frontline Education Releases Inaugural K-12 Lens Survey Report To Guide K-12 Decision-Making

April 20, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Malvern, PA – Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today announced the release ... Read more

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Ozobot Launches Self-Service Professional Development Courses

April 17, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, USA – Ozobot, a global leader in programmable robotics and STEAM-based learning solutions that empower the next ... Read more

Harnessing the Power of AI: A Guide to Modernizing K-12 District Operations

July 31, 2024April 17, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Discover how AI revolutionizes district operations, streamlines communications, and empowers data-driven decision-making. Gain tips for optimizing inquiry management, what to ... Read more

AI in Education

Michigan Virtual’s statewide workgroup releasing AI guidance for K-12 educators

April 17, 2024 by Katie Jesaitis, Martin Waymire

AI guidance for K-12 educators focuses on data compliance, ethical use requirements, and the challenges around disclosure for educators.

Alongside statewide education partners, the nonprofit Michigan Virtual has released a sample K-12 AI Guidance document that specifically addresses educators’ approach to AI use.

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Meet the Winners—Dr. Kellie Wilks, Chief Technology Officer, of Ector County Independent School District, TX (ECISD)

April 12, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

The CoSN Withrow CTO Award recognizes an exceptional district CTO who serves as a true technology champion and whose leadership has been ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

Friday 5: College and career readiness

April 12, 2024 by Laura Ascione

College and career readiness helps students become confident and prepares them for entry into an increasingly global workforce.

When we think of K-12 education, an important aspect is what students do after high school. That might be college, it might be workforce training, or it might…

K-12 Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity: eSN Innovation Roundtable

May 20, 2024April 11, 2024 by Laura Ascione

District IT leaders discuss their successes, challenges, and priorities around K-12 cybersecurity--and how they manage network threats.

Cybersecurity is arguably one of the biggest priorities in K-12 school districts across the country. IT leaders agree that a “when, not if” mentality is essential in formulating…

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Cecilia Cruse Joins MiEN Company as a Special Needs Consultant

April 10, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Students in special education make up 15% of the K-12 student population, and that number has ... Read more

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