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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

Students with Special Needs

District leaders express gratitude for special education staff

November 28, 2024 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence

Amid increasing demand for services, 'rare and wonderful' special education staff are standouts in districts across the nation.

The demand for special education services is increasing, with about 15 percent of public school students eligible for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Newsline

Stride, Inc. Named 2024 Company of the Year by BIG Awards for Business

November 25, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

RESTON, Va. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Stride, Inc., one of the nation’s leading technology-based education companies, has been honored as a ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Early STEM career awareness drives future success for students–and the economy

November 25, 2024 by Jerry Wooden, eDynamic Learning

Engaging, career-connected STEM learning opportunities spark students' interest in emerging technologies and in-demand STEM careers.

With career interests and aspirations forming as early as age 10, the middle grades are the ideal time to start making connections between students’ academic work and their…

Attend NCCE 25 Registration now open!

January 22, 2025November 19, 2024 by Jeff Festa

NCCE proudly hosts the premiere ed-tech event in the Northwest, attracting educators, administrators, coaches, tech directors, teacher-librarians, & more! ... Read more

District Management

Sailing through adversity: 4 Olympic-sized lessons in educational leadership

November 19, 2024 by Dr. Julia Rafal-Baer, Women Leading Ed

Leveraging diverse collaboration and learning from setbacks can propel educational leadership team to success.

When Lara Dallman-Weiss and Stuart McNay set sail together at the 2024 Paris Olympics, they weren't just navigating open waters--they were challenging traditional norms in a sport historically…

Teacher Professional Development

Strategies to craft effective PD for schools and districts

November 15, 2024 by Jamie Fernandez-Schendt, Participate Learning

To create useful, sustained teacher PD in schools and districts, align efforts with school-specific needs and district-wide goals

The best teacher professional development is an empowering experience that equips educators with the skills and insights they need to grow and thrive in their careers.

Discover 6 Key Challenges Educational Leaders Solve with Tutoring

April 2, 2025November 12, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Educational leaders face unique challenges. Our whitepaper explores 6 key issues and how tutoring can address them. Discover practical ... Read more

AI in Education

Federal toolkit targets safe, ethical AI use in classrooms

November 11, 2024 by Laura Ascione

AI is growing, but its increased use in schools and classrooms comes with questions about the right way to approach implementation.

Given AI's evolving and increased presence in classrooms, the U.S. Department of Education has released a guide intended to help educators and education leaders integrate AI into education…

Why California Schools Must Prioritize Student Motivation and Mental Health

March 5, 2025October 31, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Amid learning gaps and absences, California schools face an urgent need to prioritize student motivation and mental health. A ... Read more

The Ultimate District Guide to Teaching Multilingual Learners to Read

October 31, 2024 by Jeff Festa

This practical 6-step guide is a must-have for K-12 leaders. Ignite Reading CEO Jessica Sliwerski provides actionable tips to ... Read more

District Management

District leaders offer insight on engaging families year-round

October 31, 2024 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence

As education changes, here's what district leaders can do to ensure families are at the center of the school communication equation.

The “Meet the Teacher” events have taken place. The supply lists have been checked off. The classroom rules have been stapled into take-home folders.

District Management

Moving beyond compliance: Building relationships in education

October 30, 2024 by Marcela Andrés, designEDengagement, PBC

When we take time to deeply understand our students and building meaningful relationships, we can make a generational impact in education.

The current system continues to incentivize and pressure teachers to focus on compliance--fitting kids into neat boxes, sticking to standards, and checking off those never-ending lists.

District Management

Helping K-12 leaders use data more effectively and confidently

October 29, 2024 by Tatiana Ciccarelli, NWEA

Data use can be an obstacle that even the most skilled K-12 leaders struggle with--for many, it can feel like too much.

Data is an essential aspect of a school’s culture. At the leadership level, data can be used to identify trends, validate conjectures, monitor progress and check the efficacy…

Innovation in Education

How AI Will Change Personalized Learning

October 28, 2024October 24, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Keisha Ray and Susan Gentz, co-founders of K20Connect, tackle two of the most popular, but sometimes confusing, topics in the ... Read more

District Management

4 takeaways for superintendents to drive real change

October 25, 2024October 21, 2024 by Neil Gupta, Oakwood City Schools

Visionary superintendents are committed to growth and change that lifts students out of the status quo and propels them to new heights.

Early in my education career, I sat at a conference dinner table surrounded by renowned K-12 leaders. As we discussed our philosophies on leadership, one superintendent’s response gave…

Beyond the Textbook — How Digital Content Can Enhance Curricula Strategies

January 22, 2025October 11, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Digital books are transforming the classroom – and the shift is happening fast. The Sora reading platform’s 2022-2023 “State ... Read more

Innovation Insights

aiEDU: The AI Education Project unveils AI Readiness Framework

October 9, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

The AI Education Project on Wednesday released its AI Readiness Framework, a comprehensive way for students, teachers and school leaders to ... Read more

AI in Education

AI’s transformative role in accessibility

October 3, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Ongoing collaboration among educators, policymakers, and tech developers is essential to navigate the complexities of AI 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.

Three Ways Modern Invoice and Expense Management Software Can Save Schools Thousands of Dollars Per Year

January 22, 2025October 2, 2024 by Jeff Festa

As K-12 leaders aim to save money and bridge staffing gaps in their districts, there’s a simple way to reduce ... Read more

Newsline

Vernier Science Education Becomes Sole Distributor of Select MicroLAB High School- and College-Level Chemistry Accessories

September 30, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

BEAVERTON, Oregon — Connected by a shared commitment to hands-on science education and customer service, Vernier Science Education is partnering ... Read more

District Management

Data-informed decision-making in education: A comprehensive approach

September 30, 2024 by Steven M. Baule, Ed.D., Ph.D.

A data-informed decision-making mindset is key to ensuring that human agency remains at the forefront of decision-making in education.

The infusion of data analytics and the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) have given rise to new opportunities for more efficient, effective decision-making.

District Management

A new partnership aims to train, supercharge school supes

September 27, 2024 by Mariama Tyler, Cognia

School leaders will have access to just-in-time problem-solving, networking, and learning to usher in new era of education leadership.

School leaders who are members of AASA will soon be able to participate in ongoing engagement, collective problem-solving, and development with a professional community of peers

Innovation Insights

New Resources For Managing AI in Schools

September 26, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

CoSN and CAST last released a comprehensive report entitled “AI and Accessibility in Education.” Authored by Fernanda Pérez Perez, a recipient of The ... Read more

District Management

Confronting chronic absenteeism

September 16, 2024September 16, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Chronic absenteeism is a persistent challenges in districts across the nation--and expert stakeholders are working hard to change it.

Across the country, teachers and education leaders continue to fight rising rates of student absences. Curbing chronic absenteeism among students is particularly in the post-pandemic era as educators…

District Management

How top female district leaders get ready for back-to-school

September 16, 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…

Teacher Well-Being

The joy of teaching and educator well-being

September 13, 2024 by Dr. Mamie L. Pack, Western Governors University

Using practical strategies to find joy can help educators maintain their love of teaching and preserve their well-being.

Across the country, teachers like you are decorating classrooms, creating lesson plans, and preparing for new students. You have invested numerous hours planning how to help students learn and…

LG’s EdTech-ology: Interactive learning trends in K-12

February 12, 2025September 12, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Tomorrow’s thinkers, creators, and collaborators start in the classroom. Is yours equipped to empower these young minds? Download LG’s exclusive ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

How to leverage microcredentials and LERs in K-12

September 9, 2024 by Laura Ascione

A report offers recommendations for implementing microcredentials and LERs to advance skills-based learning for historically excluded students

As the U.S. offers more opportunities for skills-based hiring and advancement, microcredentials and learning and employment records (LER) can certify student learning and success and comprise lifelong learning…

Academic Esports

Verizon Innovative Learning brings esports to classrooms

August 26, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Participating schools will receive free coaching from esports pros through Verizon, from technical skills to health wellness for gamers.

In time for back-to-school season, Verizon is launching a free scholastic high school esports league through its free Verizon Innovative Learning HQ portal.

Newsline

3P Learning’s Mathletics Program Earns ESSA Level II Certification and ISTE Seal

August 16, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NEW YORK — 3P Learning, a global leader in online education for school-aged students, announces Mathletics, the company’s math program ... Read more

Teacher Well-Being

School leaders of color face high levels of burnout–here’s what they need to thrive

August 12, 2024 by Harrison Peters, Chalkbeat

Emboldening resilient leaders of color without creating systems that support their advancement is a recipe for burnout

As a novice teacher in 1999, I was grateful to have a colleague across the hall who was also new to the profession. We swapped stories, shared strategies,…

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

The digital divide still holds students back

August 7, 2024 by Laura Ascione

The digital divide persists--access to devices and internet for students with lower family incomes lags that of students with higher incomes.

Students’ access to technology has improved over time, although it continues to vary across family income categories and racial and ethnic groups, according to a new study released today…

Innovation Insights

Best of ISTE: The Next Stage of AI and Ed

August 7, 2024August 6, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Always a pleasure to glean the insights of Paige Johnson, Vice President at Microsoft Education, as she reflects on this ... Read more

Future Schools: The Power of Connection

October 2, 2024July 29, 2024 by Jeff Festa

eSchool News recently connected with three Verizon education and technology experts to tackle some of the most pressing issues for ... Read more

AI in Education

Michigan Virtual survey highlights K-12 educators’ AI beliefs, needs

July 25, 2024 by Laura Ascione

AI holds near-limitless potential to revolutionize the educational experience for educators and students, spreading equity and efficiency.

A Michigan Virtual survey of more than 1,000 educators from classrooms, districts, and support organizations found higher trust in AI among building and district administrators than within teacher…

Innovation Insights

Best of ISTE—PowerSchool Drops Data in Its Annual Education Focus Report

August 13, 2024July 24, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

PowerSchool today released findings from its 2024 Education Focus Report for the 2024-2025 school year. The report offers an in-depth ... Read more

FREE E-BOOK: Your MTSS Gameplan for Beginning-of-Year

October 23, 2024July 24, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Have your best year yet with MTSS! This FREE eBook outlines essential steps for school and district leaders to complete ... Read more

Newsline

iCEV Launches New Eduthings Interface for the 2024-25 School Year

July 24, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Lubbock, TX – iCEV, a trailblazer in Career & Technical Education (CTE) solutions, is bringing its new Eduthings interface to ... Read more

K-12 Cybersecurity

It’s time to rethink cybersecurity in education

July 24, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Traditional approaches to network cybersecurity on their own are no longer enough to maintain IT security and keep data private.

IT leaders are tasked with protecting school district networks and must constantly evaluate their cybersecurity strategies as attacks from outside threats increase in frequency and become more sophisticated.

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

District leaders express gratitude for special education staff

Stride, Inc. Named 2024 Company of the Year by BIG Awards for Business

Early STEM career awareness drives future success for students–and the economy

Sailing through adversity: 4 Olympic-sized lessons in educational leadership

Strategies to craft effective PD for schools and districts

Federal toolkit targets safe, ethical AI use in classrooms

District leaders offer insight on engaging families year-round

Moving beyond compliance: Building relationships in education

Helping K-12 leaders use data more effectively and confidently

How AI Will Change Personalized Learning

4 takeaways for superintendents to drive real change

aiEDU: The AI Education Project unveils AI Readiness Framework

AI’s transformative role in accessibility

Vernier Science Education Becomes Sole Distributor of Select MicroLAB High School- and College-Level Chemistry Accessories

Data-informed decision-making in education: A comprehensive approach

A new partnership aims to train, supercharge school supes

New Resources For Managing AI in Schools

How top female district leaders get ready for back-to-school

The joy of teaching and educator well-being

How to leverage microcredentials and LERs in K-12

Verizon Innovative Learning brings esports to classrooms

3P Learning’s Mathletics Program Earns ESSA Level II Certification and ISTE Seal

School leaders of color face high levels of burnout–here’s what they need to thrive

The digital divide still holds students back

Best of ISTE: The Next Stage of AI and Ed

Michigan Virtual survey highlights K-12 educators’ AI beliefs, needs

Best of ISTE—PowerSchool Drops Data in Its Annual Education Focus Report

iCEV Launches New Eduthings Interface for the 2024-25 School Year

It’s time to rethink cybersecurity in education

Why interactive solutions are a smarter investment for schools

ClassMate by World Book Recognized with Prestigious ISTE Seal

School Specialty Honors Top Educators with 12th Annual Crystal Apple Awards

Follett Content Accelerates Public Library Strategy

Celebrating Teachers: Nominate Outstanding Educators for Crystal Apple Awards

School Specialty Expands Learning Beyond the Screen with New Outdoor Furniture Line

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