3 ways superintendents can maximize resources this school year
As the new school year kicks off, superintendents across the nation are evaluating resources needed for the year ahead to ensure that everyone has what they need to…
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8 lessons to help school leaders manage change
Education, like the world we prepare students for, is constantly changing, yet it sometimes seems to have one foot in the past. Teachers are always striving to understand…
What keeps edtech leaders up at night?
From cybersecurity and AI policy to home access issue and tech effectiveness, Julia Fallon, Executive Director of SETDA, discusses the finer points of the 2023 State Ed Tech…
It’s critical to promote mental health supports at the start of the school year
As the new academic year approaches, it's crucial to pay attention to an aspect of school life that often doesn't feature prominently in back-to-school prep: mental health.
As COVID relief spending deadlines loom, one district moves ahead with an uncommon tech plan
With the clock ticking here and across the country, technology companies and other vendors are pushing products and services they claim can help speed up student recovery —…
Districts brace for fiscal cliff as COVID relief funding nears an end
With one year remaining to spend close to $200 billion in federal COVID relief funds, more than half of school district leaders are shifting their American Rescue Plan…
A new battle in the war for cybersecurity in schools: Part 1
Frank Pileiro, Supervisor of Technology and Data for the Linwood Board of Education in Southern New Jersey, discusses new initiatives that every district can use to defend against…
Fostering connections and edtech strategies between education leaders
If there is one thing I have seen consistently over many years of working with education leaders around the world, it is that they don’t often get enough…
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…
Leadership coaching as a catalyst for change
Education is the key to unlocking opportunities and breaking the cycle of inequality. Yet, education leaders working in underserved communities face a daunting task as they confront disparities…
Movers and Shakers—New Edtech District Leaders Take Position
News out of D219 Board of Education in Illinois, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD (CFBISD) and Round Rock ISD in Texas, Seekonk Public Schools in Massachusetts, and more.
Schools are at a greater risk for cyberattacks than ever before
Cyber threats against K-12 school districts are on the rise, yet only minimal steps are being taken at the local level to safeguard district technology assets and student…
7 compliance areas for district leaders’ back-to-school checklists
As summer nears an end, now is the time for school and district leaders to review and update key plans, policies, and procedures. By getting these essential elements…
Curriculum Associates Launches Extraordinary Educators™ Leadership Collaborative to Support the Professional Growth of Rising School Principals Nationwide
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass. — Curriculum Associates recently launched its Extraordinary Educators Leadership Collaborative to support the professional growth of rising ... Read more
Introducing My PowerSchool: An Intuitive User Experience Empowering Families, Staff, and Administrators
FOLSOM, CALIF. – PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC), the leading provider of cloud-based software for K-12 education in North America, today announced the ... Read more
This key strategy can help boost teacher well-being immediately
In the wake of the pandemic, student mental health is a top concern for K-12 leaders, as it should be. But teacher wellness is also at crisis levels,…
Data Dump
Highlights from the CoSN 2023 State of EdTech Leadership Survey; PowerSchool 2023 Education Focus Report Spotlighting Top EdTech Challenges and Priorities; and the Department of Education’s State of…
How to Reduce Violence in Schools with Digital Threat Detection
Discover the power of digital monitoring to safeguard students in your district. Download this guide and learn how to identify ... Read more
Why education leaders should prioritize asset-based edtech
Since the pandemic began, the number of technologies districts use has nearly tripled, but not all of these tools have been effective. As education leaders review the utility…
4 best practices to support and retain school leaders
For new school leaders, the first few weeks on the job can feel overwhelming. As a former principal, I know that leaders can only be effective when the…
Technology’s key role in personalization and differentiation
The renewed focus on the whole student, specifically on social and emotional needs and growth (social emotional learning – SEL), is certainly a positive direction in K-12 education
2023 CODiE Awards Announced
Just back from the Metaverse and boy are my arms tired! This year’s CODiE awards were virtual again and while ... Read more
Education Leaders in Yonkers, NY, and Henderson, TN, Win Inaugural YouScience® Innovative Educator Awards
AMERICAN FORK, UTAH (PRWEB) — Two respected educators have been named the inaugural recipients of the YouScience® Innovative Educator Award, recognizing ... Read more
Edtech leaders offer guidance on safe AI classroom integration
Code.org, ETS, ISTE, Khan Academy, and World Economic Forum have formed TeachAI, bringing together education, nonprofit, and technology partners to assist governments and education authorities with integrating artificial…
How to reimagine teacher leadership
The typical leadership structure in a school is quite rigid, with administrators and teachers filling their roles separately. In this model, teacher skills are only utilized inside of…
ParentSquare Announces 2023-24 Advisory Council Members
Santa Barbara, CA — ParentSquare Inc., the leading provider of school-home community engagement solutions for K-12, today announced the members ... Read more
The importance of teaching generative AI
The era of the textbook isn’t dead, but it’s important to start looking forwards rather than backwards when addressing education for school children. Whether we like it or…
SIIA Announces Education Technology Finalists for 2023 CODiE Awards
WASHINGTON (PRWEB) — In celebration of the 38th annual SIIA CODiE Awards, the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) announced Education Technology ... Read more
Paycom Donated Nearly $300,000 To Local Public School Districts
OKLAHOMA CITY – Paycom Software Inc. (NYSE:PAYC), a leading provider of HR software, celebrates the end of the 2023 school ... Read more
10 powerful practices for new principals
As a principal, you have the privilege of leading a school and making a positive difference in the lives of countless students. You have the power to create…
Navigate360 Ushers in Growth with Key Additions: Chief Marketing Officer, Chief Product Officer and Vice President of Threat Detection & Prevention Program Development
RICHFIELD, OHIO (PRWEB) — Navigate360, the nation’s leader in K–12 school safety and student wellness solutions, announces the appointment of Julia ... Read more
Let’s perfect existing tech solutions before rushing into AI
ChatGPT is barely six months old, but AI is already a buzzword in K-12 education.
How did the pandemic impact students’ social capital?
Students’ access to opportunities in life largely depends on their access to diverse, supportive relationships. Now, updated Christensen Institute research illustrates the impact students’ connections and relationships have…
Solving IT Staffing Challenges with Managed Services
Historically, K–12 school systems have taken a “do-it-yourself” approach to deploying and managing their network infrastructure. This DIY model has ... Read more
Beyond the Homework Gap: Leveraging Technology to Support Equity of Learning Experiences in School
Education leaders and policymakers continue to analyze the impact on students, teachers, and families of the sudden changes to traditional ... Read more
Students know best when it comes to transforming education
Since formalized education was in its infancy, legislators, educational leaders, and governments worked together to develop models that make education more efficient and cost effective--but they often fell…
7 best practices from educators and IT leaders
Educators frequently turn to their colleagues and peers for best practices, inspiration, and new approaches to stubborn problems. After all, who better to offer insight than others who…
Ripple Effects’ Complete Suite of PreK-12 Social Emotional Learning Programs Earns Finalist Honors in Prestigious EdTech Awards 2023
SEATTLE – Ripple Effects, a leader in digital social emotional learning and behavior and mental health supports, today announced that its ... Read more
Partnering for Student Success
K-12 leaders are guiding their school systems through unprecedented challenges. Solving these challenges can’t be done with traditional approaches to ... Read more
3 ways a cloud-based ERP helps schools innovate
As school districts emerge from the worst of COVID-19, they’re bringing with them new priorities. Many of the changes that districts have made during the pandemic, such as…