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Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: SMART Technologies debuts premium interactive display  

June 30, 2025 by Laura Ascione
SMART Technologies is raising the bar on what affordable classroom technology can deliver—the all-new SMART Board GX Plus redefines entry-level interactivity ... Read more
Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Edlio’s new analytics dashboard boosts engagement

June 30, 2025 by Laura Ascione
Edlio, a provider of K–12 school communication solutions, announced significant enhancements to its Mass Communication system and mobile app. The ... Read more
Live @ ISTE 2025

ISTE+ASCD Reveals 2025 Honorees for Innovation and Excellence in Education

July 1, 2025June 23, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
ISTE+ASCD announced the recipients of the 2025 ISTE+ASCD Impact Award, Distinguished District Award, Distinguished Educator Preparation Program Award, and 20 ... Read more
District Management

8 tips for school leaders seeking to innovate

June 12, 2025 by Michael B. Horn, Clayton Christensen Institute
How can school district leaders make practical innovation a daily part of their organizations and operations?
When school and district leaders read about innovation--defined as improvements for students and teachers that result in real progress, not anything that’s simply “new or different”--the changes can…
Teacher Professional Development

5 strategies to refine recruitment and help solve the teacher shortage

June 12, 2025 by Jason Odom, FlexPoint Virtual School
teacher recruitment
Research consistently shows that teacher quality is the single most important school-based factor influencing student achievement--more impactful than race, socioeconomic status, or prior academic performance.
Innovation Insights

Finding the Middle Ground

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Nancy Frey and Doug Fisher know their way around an education acronym. Both professors at San Diego State University and ... Read more
Teacher Professional Development

Only 1 in 8 elementary teacher prep programs adequately teach math

May 22, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
Teacher prep programs must increase the time they spend on fundamental math concepts to develop great math teachers.
Only one in eight elementary teacher preparation programs nationwide devote enough time to teaching fundamental math content topics (numbers & operations, algebraic thinking, geometry & measurement, and data…
Emergency Planning & Response

Empowering school staff with emergency response protocols

May 16, 2025 by Laura Ascione
The right safety platform can help schools plan for emergencies, respond to crises, and accelerate emergency response protocols.
Safety response protocols are foundational to creating a culture of safety in schools. District leaders should adopt and implement response protocols that cover all types of emergencies.
E-rate Funding

Edtech leaders see expanding roles as concerns over AI and cybersecurity increase

May 13, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
Key findings in a new report highlight expanding role of edtech leaders amid rising AI, cybersecurity, and connectivity challenges.
If the Supreme Court decides Universal Service/E-Rate is unconstitutional, losing E-rate funding would have a catastrophic impact on the vast majority of school districts, according to CoSN's 2025 State…

PowerSummit: From Promise to Practice in Personalized Learning

May 10, 2025 by Jeff Festa
Join us for a transformative virtual summit where K-12 leaders explore the path to effective personalized learning that improves outcomes ... Read more
Newsline

Kenneth C. Griffin Donates $2 Million to Nonprofit Achieve Miami’s Teacher Accelerator Program to Strengthen South Florida’s Teacher Pipeline

May 8, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
Miami – Achieve Miami, a nonprofit dedicated to equalizing educational opportunities for students throughout Miami-Dade County, has received $2.4 million ... Read more
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…
College and Career Readiness

Prepared for tomorrow: Reimagining readiness in Indiana education

May 2, 2025 by George Philhower, Ed.D., Eastern Hancock Schools & David L. Dimmett, Ed. D., MBOE, Project Lead The Way
To truly support student readiness, teachers need the resources, tools, and confidence to thrive in evolving classrooms.
Across the country, education is on the brink of significant change. Schools, districts, and policymakers grapple with the realities of a rapidly evolving workforce that requires discipline-specific knowledge.
Newsline

CoSN State Chapters Grow With Additions of MACE and CoSNE

April 24, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
Washington, D.C.– CoSN today announced that the Mid-America Association for Computers in Education ( MACE) and the Nebraska Chapter of ... Read more
District Management

Leading (again) in uncertainty

April 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.
Innovation Insights

CoSN2025 Takeaways: Meet the Winners

April 10, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Honors for edtech leaders across the country are always a highlight of one of edtech’s most influential events of the ... Read more
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

April 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…
Student Data Security

Is your district safeguarding student data?

March 25, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
District edtech leaders offer an unprecedented look at gaps and opportunities in student data privacy across the nation.
Protecting student data is critical for school district IT leaders, but many cite leadership and training gaps, along with time and manpower, as obstacles in that pursuit, according…
District Management

Top female district leaders share do’s and don’ts of climbing the professional ladder in 2025

February 28, 2025 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence
Female district leaders share valuable experience and insights into what it takes to achieve professional goals in 2025.
Professional growth is often at the top of New Year’s Resolution lists. As educators and education leaders plan for the year ahead, we asked some of the nation’s…
District Management

Transformational leadership: Safe harbors, or turbulent seas?

February 27, 2025 by Dr. Phil Lambert, University of Sydney
Leaving the sanctuary of a safe harbor is necessary to undertake genuine transformational change in education.
Depending on the starting point, the challenges encountered in making required policy and practice changes can be considerable. Leadership in and for this context is not for the…

Elevate Your MTSS Framework: A Guide for K-12 Leaders

May 21, 2025February 26, 2025 by Jeff Festa
  Is your MTSS framework truly meeting every student’s needs? This eBook explores the shift from a triangle to a ... Read more

K-12 Hiring Secrets: How Neighboring Districts Outpace You!

February 14, 2025February 13, 2025 by Jeff Festa
Join K-12 HR leaders in this on-demand webinar. Learn how both large and small districts can adopt paperless systems and ... Read more
Edtech Trends

Edtech teaching strategies that drive sustainability

February 12, 2025 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer
Integrating edtech learning strategies into classrooms brings sustainability and enhanced learning experiences to the forefront.
Educational technology, or edtech, has reshaped how educators teach, offering opportunities to create more sustainable and impactful learning environments.
Durable Skills

This district champions media literacy to combat “brain rot”

February 10, 2025 by Laura Ascione
Teaching critical thinking skills helps to ensure students are active and engaged--and that they aren't falling victim to brain rot.
It’s critical that students know how to use digital content, but as students have more access to information, it’s also critical that they know how to evaluate that…

How 3 Districts Are Reimagining High School and the Future of Work

June 4, 2025February 2, 2025 by Jeff Festa
  To prepare high school students for the future of work, forward-thinking district and school leaders across the Digital Promise ... Read more
Edtech Trends

5 of the biggest education trends for 2025

January 31, 2025 by Dr. Christina Counts, MiEN Environments
2025 education trends include making learning more engaging, creating a more positive environment for educators, and transforming culture.
As we welcome a new year, educators and industry leaders are excited to discover the biggest education trends for 2025. The past few years have been characterized by…
Newsline

Linewize Empowers Districts with New Analytics Tool

January 29, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
Charlotte, NC. – Linewize, the North American division of global safety and student wellbeing leader Qoria, today announced the launch ... Read more
Edtech Trends

Collaborate and celebrate at TCEA 2025

February 7, 2025January 29, 2025 by Laura Ascione
At TCEA 2025, embark on a learning journey with your fellow educators and find inspiration with keynote speakers, sessions, and more.
Educators, IT leaders, tech professionals, and everyone in between will find inspiration and connection at the 2025 TCEA Convention & Exposition in Austin, Texas.
AI in Education

Navigating AI in education: The future of human teaching

January 29, 2025 by Sam Bowman, Contributing Writer
Smart classrooms blend AI tools with skilled teaching, creating spaces where students learn from both digital insights and human wisdom.
Artificial intelligence brings opportunities and questions to classrooms worldwide. Teachers find AI tools that grade assignments, create lesson plans, and offer personalized student support.

The Safety Response Protocols All School Leaders Should Know (eBook)

February 12, 2025January 28, 2025 by Jeff Festa
  Equip your schools with life-saving safety response protocols. This eBook provides a clear framework for emergency preparedness, staff training, ... Read more
District Management

Chronic absenteeism threatens to derail K-12 education

January 27, 2025 by Joe Philleo, Edia
When communities unite to battle chronic absenteeism and make school attendance a priority, students receive the support they need to succeed
The biggest problem in education is that kids aren’t showing up to school. Last year, 26 percent of students missed a month of class or more, leading to…
Online & Hybrid Learning

How to choose the right digital courses for your students

January 21, 2025 by Misty Mizzoni, FlexPoint
Identifying your digital must-haves is among the most important actions to ensure digital courses meet student needs.
With an abundance of digital curriculum options in the marketplace, it can feel overwhelming for school administrators to find digital courses that meet the needs of their students.
District Management

Em-pathy, not un-pathy, in school leadership

January 15, 2025 by Sean Slade, BTS Spark
In school leadership, great leaders know what makes their colleagues and teams tick and how to motivate and spark them.
In one of his many great YouTube clips, Simon Sinek talks about what key and successful teams seek in their leaders. Performance and ability--sure. But even more important…
Live @ FETC 2025

Look Who’s Talking—Essential Issues for EdTech Leaders

January 15, 2025January 14, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Who: There are few people in Orlando as prepared to talk about the state of play in edtech than Sandra ... Read more
Student Well-Being

Student mental health needs grow as challenges persist

January 1, 2025 by ESchool News Staff
A new report highlights urgent student mental health trends and provides evidence-based solutions for strengthening school services.
Student mental health needs are increasingly urgent, amplified by challenges such as growing anxiety and depression, according to a new report based on feedback from more than 500…
Podcast Articles

The Best in K-12 EdTech—Last Year and Next

January 2, 2025December 30, 2024 by Kevin Hogan
It wasn’t all about AI in education 2024! In this special episode of Innovations in Education, editors Laura Ascione and ... Read more
Newsline

The 36th Annual National Service-Learning Conference® Returns to Saint Paul, MN

December 20, 2024 by ESchool News Staff
Saint Paul, MN – The National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) is proud to announce  The 36th Annual National Service-Learning Conference, ... Read more
District Management

Female district leaders target back-to-school priorities

December 18, 2024 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence
Female school leaders offer insights into the resources, practices, and actions that help them guide their districts.
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…
Innovation in Education

Palmdale School District’s Technological Transformation: Equity, Innovation, and Literacy

December 3, 2024 by Kevin Hogan
Palmdale School District Superintendent Dr. Raúl Maldonado discusses the district’s “Palmdale Promise” initiative, focusing on technological equity and early literacy. ... Read more
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