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AI and teacher burnout: Can technology really help?

December 3, 2024 by Eric Stano, Magic EdTech

AI has the potential to alleviate teachers' burnout and improve the teaching experience, but only if used thoughtfully as a tool.

Teachers are facing ever-growing demands: providing quality lessons, attending to individual student needs, and managing administrative loads that stretch their time and energy to the limit.

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…

VHS Learning Among 136 Organizations Committed to Advancing Computer Science Education through CSforALL

November 12, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Boston – At the eighth annual CSforALL Summit, VHS Learning has once again made a CSforALL national commitment to advance computer ... Read more

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95 Percent Group Grows Continuum of Science of Reading Professional Learning With Launch of 95 Foundational Tools for Paraprofessionals, Tutors, and School Staff

November 11, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Lincolnshire, IL – National momentum around the science of reading continues to increase and with it the demand for professional ... Read more

Student Well-Being

How pet therapy boosts our students’ well-being

November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma, Tiffany Wilson-Pugh, Farrah Cureton, & Rachel Campbell, Bessemer City Middle School

Pet therapy offers educators a way to reach different students and different populations at one time, imparting key SEL benefits.

Children nowadays face various stressors in school (academically and socially), as well as challenges from their outside worlds that trickle into their school lives both directly and indirectly.

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Lauren Brazel of Tinley Park High School is Named the Grand Prize Winner of the Heroes of the Classroom Program Presented by Kleenex®

October 28, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

TINLEY PARK, Ill.— Lauren Brazel of Tinley Park High School near Chicago is the 2024 Grand Prize winner of the ... Read more

Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Selects Carlos Garcia for its Lifetime Achievement Award

October 21, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) has named Carlos Garcia as the recipient of its ... Read more

SEL Trends

SEL implementation soars across U.S.

October 18, 2024 by CASEL Staff

New findings show educators who instruct their students in SEL are more likely to report higher student interest and more positive climates.

A national survey of educators and principals shows a record number of K-12 schools reporting social and emotional learning (SEL) implementation, according to new research from CASEL and…

Literacy

To start the school year off right, invest in literacy

October 15, 2024October 10, 2024 by Kendra Randle, the Emma Donnan Campus of Adelante Schools

When it comes to the school year, literacy is essential for all aspects of a young person’s life--in and out of the classroom.

As a country, we are at a pivotal time. Recent national test scores found that our country’s eighth graders are still a full school year behind pre-COVID levels in their…

Teacher Professional Development

To boost teacher morale, reimagine the teacher role

October 4, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

States and districts can improve teacher hiring and retention and better meet students' needs with innovative staffing models.

A new interactive resource from the National Council on Teacher Quality calls into question the efficacy of the traditional classroom model, underscoring how it isn't structured to help…

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DHS Marks Back to School Season with New Resources for Schools, Educators to Recognize and Prevent Online Child Exploitation

August 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is sharing new resources for educators, school administrators, coaches, and others who ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

3 free STEAM education resources to nurture student curiosity

July 30, 2024 by Lisa Gray, Allegheny Valley School District

Engaging STEAM education resources and content in classroom is the first step to inspiring students to explore those career possibilities in the future.

According to the National Math and Science Initiative, STEM education helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fosters communication, and bolsters teamwork.

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Classworks® Adds Mastery Measurement to Award-Winning Progress Monitoring Tools

July 29, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Classworks®, a leading provider of K-12 MTSS and Special Education solutions, has introduced Mastery Measurement Progress Monitoring for Reading and ... Read more

COVID in Schools

The pandemic’s lasting impact on young learners

July 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Longitudinal data show post-pandemic recovery is occurring at an uneven pace for different student populations and different learners.

Young students require more learning support to remain on pace with historical academic growth trends, according to new research from Curriculum Associates, which unveils national data on the…

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Stride PD Reimagines Professional Development for Today’s Educators

July 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Stride Professional Development (PD), a division of Stride, Inc., draws on nearly 25 years of experience as a leader in ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Can a data literacy program make science more relatable?

July 18, 2024 by Lynn Waldsmith, Michigan State University

The data literacy program introduces real STEM professionals through storytelling, helping students better relate to science and projects.

A data literacy program that’s also changing students’ relationships with science and scientists is entering its third round of funding with a new $1.5 million grant from the…

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PBLWorks Announces its 2024 Award Winners

July 4, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Novato, CA – The Buck Institute for Education (dba PBLWorks), a national provider of professional development for high quality Project ... Read more

Curriculum & Assessment

4 videos about the nation’s history

July 4, 2024 by Laura Ascione

U.S. history is a fascinating and nuanced topic--TED-Ed Lessons offer videos covering much of the nation's history.

Whenever a national historical event or celebration rolls around, it inevitably raises questions about the nation's history, why we observe the holiday, how different traditions formed, and what's…

Newsline

3M Young Scientist Challenge Announces 2024 National Finalists

July 2, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

ST. PAUL, Minn. & CHARLOTTE, N.C. – 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) today announced the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge ... 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.

College and Career Readiness

Gen Z students worry about AI, student debt, and careers

June 25, 2024 by Laura Ascione

When it comes to Gen Z, the next generation is weighing in on AI, workforce training needs, and other issues impacting their future.

More than half of Gen Z youth (59 percent) say they believe AI will have a more negative than positive effect on society in the next 10 years…

Students with Special Needs

Here’s how schools can better support neurodiverse students

June 18, 2024 by Hunter Wesolowski, ProCare Therapy

During Autism Pride Day, school therapy experts debunk common misconceptions about neurodiverse students in the classroom.

The number of children diagnosed with developmental disabilities is on the rise, specifically attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

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Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Names New Executive Director

June 7, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) announces it has appointed Ulysses “Uly” Navarrete as its ... Read more

Trauma-Informed Teaching

Trauma-informed teaching strategies can benefit all students

May 28, 2024 by Melissa Ragan, Navigate360

Using trauma-informed teaching strategies can make classrooms welcoming spaces for all students--not only those who have experienced trauma.

Although our communities strive to maintain safety, nearly half of all American children have experienced some form of trauma. Some of these include bullying, witnessing violence, experiencing physical,…

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Discovery Museum Recognized as a 2024 Recipient of the Nation’s Highest Museum and Library Honor

May 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

ACTON, Mass.—The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announced Discovery Museum of Acton, MA today as one of 10 ... Read more

District Management

Embracing tech and navigating change with people-centered leadership

May 2, 2024 by Megan Scavuzzo, Presence

For district leaders, using honest and empathetic communication with tech during times of transition is critical for success.

How can leaders navigate evolving opportunities and challenges and drive positive impact, while keeping the interests of students and educators at the forefront?

K-12 Cybersecurity

Critical steps to help school districts combat ransomware attacks

April 30, 2024 by Gary Barlet, Illumio

It’s crucial that school districts have robust, modern cybersecurity strategies in place to protect valuable information against ransomware.

School districts are one of the most vulnerable industries for a ransomware attack, particularly from foreign adversaries, according to Ann Neuberger, deputy national security adviser for cyber and…

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Massachusetts Students Double Literacy Growth In Ignite Reading’s Tutoring Program

April 5, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

BOSTON – Ignite Reading, a national tutoring program serving 20 districts in Massachusetts, announced significant literacy gains for 4,300 K-8 ... Read more

Student Well-Being

How bullying contributes to K-12 student absenteeism

April 4, 2024 by Dr. Joy Smithson

Bullying's negative outcomes are documented for K-12 student absenteeism and academic achievement, as measured by GPA and assessments.

The National Center for Education Statistics released its findings from the school survey on crime and safety: 2021-2022 and reported that bullying occurs at least once a week…

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The National Center on Intensive Intervention Adds Classworks® Evidence-Based Reading Intervention to Academic Interventions Tools Chart

March 18, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Classworks®, an award-winning special education and tiered intervention platform, is validated by the National Center on Intensive Intervention (NCII) as ... Read more

Literacy

5 things you need to know about the science of reading

March 12, 2024March 11, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Schools are on the right path with the science of reading, but students and teachers will need ongoing support to continue that trend.

While high-quality literacy instruction has remained a cornerstone of education leaders' priorities, this year, the science of reading has dominated classrooms and discussions around instructional strategies.

Curriculum

Personalizing history for more impactful student learning

March 6, 2024 by Heather Bassett and Cynda Wood

Social studies teachers can help students personalize history by embracing individualized pathways and oral or local history projects

It is no accident that the new National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) definition of social studies is focused on “human experiences and the spaces in which…

Newsline

SpringMath by Sourcewell Receives Highest Possible Ratings from National Center on Intensive Intervention

February 27, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Staples, Minn. — SpringMath, an award winning, complete MTSS solution for math, recently received the highest possible rating for fall ... Read more

Teacher Well-Being

An alarming number of educators are jumping ship

February 27, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Survey data shows more than half of respondents report educator burnout--nearly 10 percent more than professionals in other industries.

While finding their work meaningful, a majority of education professionals experience burnout above the national average. In fact, more than 20 percent plan to switch to a related…

Newsline

America’s Blood Centers Announces National Partnership with Body Interact to Help Innovate Blood Donation Education

February 22, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Washington, DC (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — America’s Blood Centers (ABC), the national organization of community-based, independent blood centers that supply 60 ... Read more

Literacy

More than a passion project, literacy advocacy takes a village

February 22, 2024February 20, 2024 by Britten Follett

There are literacy advocacy villages everywhere, filled with educators who advocate for and create readers.

Whether it’s individuals with a passion project or organizations that exist exclusively to help connect students with books, it takes a village to advocate for literacy.

Education Policy & Funding

K-12 edtech survey notes growth obstacles attributed to insufficient leadership depth

February 13, 2024 by Laura Ascione

When it comes to K-12 edtech leadership in companies, many companies strive to maintain aggressive growth targets.

The latest national survey conducted by the Edtech Leadership Collective has identified a stark misalignment in expectations when it comes to emerging leaders’ readiness to reach the executive…

District Management

Scaling-up high-dosage tutoring is crucial to students’ academic success

February 6, 2024 by Paige Shoemaker DeMio

Policymakers must take action to support states and districts in implementing high-dosage tutoring to ensure opportunities for student success

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, students have faced unprecedented levels of learning loss because of school closures and interrupted learning. In fact, recent national testing shows…

STEM & STEAM Trends

First-ever National STEM Festival welcomes student innovators

January 29, 2024 by Laura Ascione

National STEM Festival will recognize outstanding student science and engineering solutions to pressing global issues.

EXPLR and the U.S. Department of Education have announced a public-private partnership in co-hosting the first-ever National STEM Festival in April 2024.

Literacy

States need to strengthen reading instruction policies

January 22, 2024 by Laura Ascione

To improve literacy outcomes for students, teachers should be prepared to implement and sustain scientifically based reading instruction.

While many states seek to improve literacy outcomes for students, they focus too little on a key component to strong implementation and sustainability: effective teachers.

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