Edtech is critical in evolving school environments
K-12 schools are facing a host of new challenges coming out of the pandemic, but many educators and school leaders believe technology holds the key to solving even…
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12 things superintendents say they could do with better data access
Data access is critical when educators need to make informed decisions about curriculum, assessments, academic and social-emotional interventions, and more. So how are superintendents using data--and can they…
Transforming K-12 Learning Experiences
To meet the needs of a generation of students who have grown up with touch screens and personalized experiences, K-12 ... Read more
The pulse of K-12: How superintendents are taking on 2023’s biggest challenges
When an unexpected crisis occurs—say, a global pandemic that forced our entire education system to transform--we believe that eventually, the distress and upheaval will evolve into calm and…
Pennsylvania School Reports Student Growth in Mathematics Despite National Trends
ST. PAUL, MINN. (PRWEB) — Sourcewell, a trusted advisor to education leaders, announces that North Star Central Elementary School in Boswell, Pennsylvania—home ... Read more
Is the ‘Growing Your Own’ pipeline working for special education teachers?
District leaders report that one of the biggest challenges they face is a shortage of teachers, and in particular, a shortage of special education teachers. New data shows…
What school leaders need to know about organized cybercrime
Cyberattacks against K-12 schools continue to climb in both number and scale. Such attacks can have serious repercussions; according to a recent report from the Government Accountability Office,…
4 ways school leaders can target the homework gap
While the homework gap has existed for some time, the massive virtual learning spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic shed a bright light on the challenge of ensuring all…
Beyond the IT Department: The Emergence of the CIO as a Digital Leader in K-12 Districts
This new report from Project Tomorrow and Spectrum highlights how the role of district technology management has expanded beyond the ... Read more
Could nearly half of cybersecurity leaders leave their roles by 2025?
By 2025, nearly half of cybersecurity leaders will change jobs, 25 percent for different roles entirely due to multiple work-related stressors, according to new predictions by Gartner, Inc.
Strategies to help IT leaders combat imminent cyberattacks
It is undeniable, the education sector is prone to attacks from malicious cyber-criminals due to the amount of personal data available across user devices and organization networks. Just…
5 K-12 IT insights from IT leaders
IT leadership is an essential component of school and district operations, and in today's post-pandemic landscape, K-12 IT security is critical in combatting increasing cybersecurity attacks that can…
Schools must embrace these 4 innovative focus areas to avoid failure
Following years of challenges brought on by COVID-19 and the inequities in education highlighted by the pandemic, decades- and centuries-old educational systems are finally being challenged.
In school leadership, it’s not what we do–it’s how we do it
Teachers and school/district leaders are needing more support and help with the way(s) they react and interact with others, but they currently are limited by time, resources, and…
ASCD Unveils Witsby™, Its Next-Generation, Mobile OptimizedProfessional Learning Platform
Arlington, VA (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ASCD releases Witsby™, a new professional learning and credentialing platform featuring ASCD’s trusted research-based content. ... Read more
Education must keep pace with evolving ransomware
Despite the alarming rise of ransomware incidents in 2022, many education institutions still fail to address gaps in their protection protocols. A Sophos survey found that 64% of…
13 edtech developments at TCEA 2023
The 2023 TCEA Convention & Exposition offered the opportunity for educators to connect in person and share insights and innovations around teaching and learning.
As Seattle schools sue social media companies, what’s the legal impact?
A notable new lawsuit against social media industry leaders by the Seattle school district has left legal experts divided on how the case will unfold.
4 ways to support teachers after the holiday break
Teachers (and administrators) appreciate breaks as much as students do. Time away from the classroom allows teachers to clear their minds, celebrate the holidays, relax with family and…
5 of the biggest education trends in 2023
With the start of a new year and education conference season just beginning, educators and industry leaders are discovering the biggest education trends for 2023. The past few…
5 ways our district streamlines edtech ecosystems
Tech-enabled learning is here to stay. Districts are responsible for taking a hard look at their edtech offerings and must collaborate with solution providers that comply with the…
Teachers need better tools. Leaders need more support.
Great teachers are made, not born. But, given current challenges, how can school leaders provide the individualized coaching required to ... Read more
Is now a good time for a reset?
At this time of year, I hear a common refrain from school leaders I know: 1) This work is challenging, 2) We have a plan for student success,…
7 TCEA 2023 sessions we want to attend
The 2023 TCEA Convention & Exposition is fast approaching, and with the conference comes the opportunity for educators to connect in person and share insights and innovations around…
3 innovative ways to help teachers feel engaged and valued
As research reveals that relational trust leads to engagement and success, we are reminded that teachers hold our students’ stories and hopes—and here’s how school leaders can lay…
How a cloud-based ERP helps schools innovate and be nimble
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…
5 ways video improves school-home communication
Increasingly, district leaders are incorporating video into school-home communication. Many districts that tried video options out of necessity during the pandemic are seeing the benefits that video can…
The Cook Center for Human Connection Co-Sponsors National Mental Health Cohort for District Leaders
Salt Lake City, UT — The Cook Center for Human Connection, a Utah-based nonprofit dedicated to eradicating suicide and advocating ... Read more
Chicago Public Schools is monitoring students’ social media for ‘worrisome behavior’
Chicago Public Schools is monitoring students’ social media posts for signs they might engage in violence on campus or harm themselves so that school staff — and in…
Exposing the realities and myths of K-12 cybersecurity
K-12 cybersecurity was thrust into the spotlight when the COVID-19 pandemic forced learning online. And since then, cybersecurity has been a top concern of IT leaders and administrators.
95 Phonics Core Program® Earns Product Certification from Digital Promise for Research-Based Design
Lincolnshire, IL & Washington, DC – 95 Percent Group LLC, the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, today announced its 95 ... Read more
CYPHER LEARNING Builds Out Proven Executive Team
PLANO, Texas — CYPHER LEARNING, a leading provider of intelligent learning platforms for schools, universities and organizations around the ... 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"…
Teacher shortages remain a top problem–here’s how to fix them
With no end in sight to this teacher crisis, some districts across the country are filling instructional gaps utilizing non-traditional teaching and learning models.
5 tips to build community-wide support for IT transformation
Technology’s role has been elevated to an integral strategic function in today’s school districts. But getting everyone to understand the value of digital transformation can be challenging and…
What matters most for our special education teachers?
We all know the problem. There is a frightening shortage of special education teachers and it’s getting worse. Even prior to the pandemic, 98 percent of school districts…
Future strategies for today’s schools
In this episode of Innovations in Education, hosted by Kevin Hogan: District leaders outline top 3 COVID relief funding priorities; private wireless is the key to K-20 digital…
District leaders outline top 3 COVID relief funding priorities
School districts continue to prioritize expanding summer learning and enrichment offerings, adding specialist staff such as mental health personnel and reading specialists, and investing in high-quality instructional materials…
4 ways transparent communication builds trust in our district
One of the best ways to build trust with parents is through transparent communication about what's happening on campus, the status of all things school-related, and how we're…