Key strategies to fund & grow your digital resource collection
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Mississippi Principal Named Curriculum Associates’ 2023 Inspire Award Winner
NORTH BILLERICA, Mass.—Dr. Kiana Pendleton, principal of Laurel Magnet School of the Arts in the Laurel School District in Laurel, ... Read more
Cool! 6 TED-Ed lessons about the cold
It's January, and in many places, that means cold weather--and possibly some snow. It may be hard to capture students' attention now that most winter breaks are over.
What SEL teaches us about safety
According to a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) study, the number of children aged 3 to 17 diagnosed with anxiety increased by 29 percent between 2016 and…
7 Black History Month resources to use the whole year
During Black History Month, educators have the opportunity to delve into the difficult–and often uncomfortable–experiences of Black people in the U.S. and around the world.
Use these 5 strategies to boost student engagement
Student engagement has long been an indicator of growth and progress, and in the wake of the pandemic, it will prove essential for academic and social-emotional recovery.
9 TED-Ed Lessons about different holiday origins
Most schools are gearing up for December break, and students' attention spans are likely to grow shorter each day. But crafting a video-based lesson that explores different holidays…
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"…
Hey teachers–what is your ‘why?’
More than half of the teachers in the US are seriously considering leaving the profession earlier than planned. A number of factors have led to this, including Covid-19…
Modern students need modern librarians
When you think of a school librarian, what comes to mind? Is it shelving, stamping, and shushing? That’s the stereotype you’re probably most familiar with.
Pennsylvania Evidence Resource Center Adds IXL Math and IXL English Language Arts to List of Evidence-Based Resources for Schools
HARRISBURG, Penn. — IXL, the personalized learning platform used by more than 13 million students, announced that the Pennsylvania Evidence ... Read more
5 tools every school tech director should use
Teaching methods have changed dramatically over the last few years, leading to numerous electronic resources entering the classroom. This makes school IT a formidable challenge—security experts have to…
In post-COVID schools, let’s redouble efforts to support students
The other day, my friend’s high school daughter complained, “It’s not fair!” “What’s not fair?” her mother asked. “Everyone is cheating!” her daughter replied. “They started doing it…
Growing ransomware threats require maximum data protection
Higher education institutions and K-12 schools are still reeling from the changes made during the pandemic, and the looming threat of a ransomware attack continues. Sixty-four percent of…
5 ways to use ESSER funds to create cleaner environments
The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) fund is providing a significant influx of resources for schools across the nation. However, an interesting problem revealed itself as…
6 classroom tech tools that help educators’ mental health
Many teachers are embracing the return to a standard classroom setting. Naturally, some are worried about how much stress will come with trying to get students settled into…
South Carolina Adds Classworks® Universal Screener to State-approved Literacy Screener List
Duluth, GA – Classworks Universal Screener for Reading, an NCII-validated formal assessment used to measure grade-level readiness, is approved by South ... Read more
How online tutoring helps us close learning gaps and support teachers
A report published by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) confirms that the pandemic greatly impacted students’ academic progress across all grade levels and instructional models.
5 safeguarding tips for schools this year
Criminal cyber groups have made it abundantly clear that there is no type of organization they will not target--he more vulnerable they are, the easier it will be…
4 ways to support ELLs in post-pandemic learning
There's no question that the COVID-19 pandemic impacted learning in ways educators and policymakers are still working to understand. But while all students felt the impact, certain historically…