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Understanding and mitigating academic regression from summer learning loss
Summer learning loss, also known as the "summer slide," represents a significant challenge in education where students experience academic regression during extended breaks from formal instruction.
Beyond ‘feeling good’: A deeper approach to student mental health
Mental health concerns among K-12 students are reaching unprecedented levels. According to the CDC, 40 percent of high school students report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, and…
AI prompt engineering: A critical new skillset for 21st-century teachers
Prompt engineering--the ability to craft precise, thoughtful inputs for AI tools to produce effective outputs--is quickly becoming an essential skill in modern education. More than a technical trick,…
5 ways our students benefit from our online literacy platform
When we began noticing significant gaps for both our English Learner students and native English speakers between intentional phonemic awareness and work with word parts, we knew we…
The clock is ticking: Why standardized schedules don’t work for learning
In education, we talk a lot about equity, personalization, and meeting students where they are. But we often ignore one fundamental truth: Learning takes time, and the time…
Disrupting U.S. schools wasn’t possible before–that may be changing
As Robert Pondiscio observed recently, K–12 schools have largely been spared Disruptive Innovation of the sort that has transformed everything from retail to consumer package goods, telecommunications, computing, steel,…
How to integrate environmental concepts into every subject
Key points: As a teacher and advocate for environmental education, I’ve seen students around the country feeling “eco-anxiety.” When I ... Read more
The dangers of attempting to ‘Instant Pot’ educational progress
States aren’t happy with how their students are doing--not well, by all objective measures--but instead of focusing in on long-term solutions, they’re lowering expectations and sweeping those academic…
Edtech gone rogue? Tackling “Dirty Stream” attacks amidst uncontrolled app overloads
In May 2024, Microsoft identified a critical vulnerability pattern targeting Android applications, ominously called “Dirty Stream.” This vulnerability allows malicious apps to overwrite files, potentially leading to arbitrary…
The 5 dimensions of AI literacy
AI skills are evolving from a "nice to have" to a necessity for students who hope to enter the workforce as competitive prospective employees.
Growing challenges for school counselors impact student outcomes
Middle and high school counselors juggle overwhelming caseloads, expanded mental health duties, and additional administrative burdens--all of which limit their ability to provide individualized support for students.
The importance of teacher-student relationships
Middle school marks the transition from late childhood to early adolescence. Developmental psychologist Erik Erikson describes the transition as a shift from the Industry vs. Inferiority stage into…
Leading (again) in uncertainty
We are again in uncertain times. We again find ourselves dealing with sudden changes and uncertainty. We seem to be in a state of constant change and ambiguity.
6 ways to make math more accessible for multilingual learners
Many math tasks involve reading, writing, speaking, and listening. These language demands can be particularly challenging for students whose primary language is not English.
The fight for educational equity in the face of federal rollbacks
The federal government’s latest move to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in education is not just an ideological shift--it’s a direct threat to decades of progress in…
CoSN 2025: Humans in an AI world
Like it or not, AI is evolving, and it is cementing its place in education. And the CoSN 2025 Conference is preparing attendees to meet the AI challenge…
How rest can reignite your passion for teaching
Today’s teachers are coping with a wide range of stresses, from chronic student absenteeism to limitations on what you can teach and parents pressuring you to change grades.
Fostering metacognition and AI integration for ELLs
By fostering self-awareness and self-regulation, metacognitive strategies empower students to monitor their learning processes, set achievable goals, and adapt their approaches to overcome linguistic and academic challenges.
Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction
Meeting the diverse learning needs of students has long challenged educators who recognize that each student processes information differently and progresses at their own pace.
10 things AI still struggles with in education–and beyond
Artificial intelligence is transforming education, from automating assessments to personalizing learning experiences. But despite its rapid advancements, AI still struggles with many aspects of human intelligence.
School counselors ID “critical shortfalls” in student mental health crisis
The majority (94 percent) of school counselors believe schools cannot address the escalating youth mental health crisis at Tier 3 support levels alone and must adopt proactive, early…
Top female district leaders share do’s and don’ts of climbing the professional ladder in 2025
Professional growth is often at the top of New Year’s Resolution lists. As educators and education leaders plan for the year ahead, we asked some of the nation’s…
5 ways PBIS boosts morale and increases learning opportunities
There are a lot of preconceived notions centering around the middle school experience, but here’s a truth for you: Positively engaged students perform better, while uplifting those around…
How schools can fight growing ransomware attacks
The education sector is facing a growing and multiplying menace: a surge in cyberattacks by ransomware groups that are leveraging generative artificial intelligence and other sophisticated tools.
3 critical areas necessary to boost student motivation
Increasing student motivation by fostering resilience and belonging has become more urgent as academic performance and dropout rates have declined, according to a new report from the nonprofit…
Expanded learning can improve student well-being
Out-of-school time (OST) programs have received a lot of attention over the past few years as districts across the country continue to address the lingering effects of pandemic-related…
5 restorative practices that help teachers create connections
It’s hard to overstate the influence of school on a student’s social-emotional development. Outside of their immediate family, a student will spend most of their life among a…
Chronic absenteeism threatens to derail K-12 education
The biggest problem in education is that kids aren’t showing up to school. Last year, 26 percent of students missed a month of class or more, leading to…
Preparing for evolving ransomware threats in 2025
As ransomware evolves, so must the strategies used to combat it. Traditional perimeter defenses, such as firewalls and antivirus software, are no longer sufficient in an era of…
5 ways to integrate gamification into your classroom
Incorporating game elements into lessons helps students feel more motivated and excited to participate. As a fourth-grade teacher, I’ve seen how gamification can transform a regular lesson into…
The advantages of edtech compliance for schools and vendors
Schools are increasingly adopting technological solutions that enhance learning outcomes and simplify administrative tasks--from eLearning platforms to teacher scheduling apps and parent communication tools.
How satellite connectivity can narrow the digital learning gap
We are living through a dramatic transformation in how Americans learn. Though not exactly new, e-learning is being quickly embraced by more and more people as a complement…
Teachers: It’s time to make friends with AI
My first-year college students have a very narrow perspective of AI. “In high school,” wrote one student on an anonymous survey I give at the start of the…
Where AI and multimodal learning will go in 2025
From STEM to general education, the lessons we’ve learned through student and instructor feedback have proved universal. Students just don't want to be fed answers, and educators need…
A look at one school’s innovative approach to PD
In this Q&A, eSchool News chats with Andi Morency, founder and executive director/principal of The Honors Academy of Literature in Reno, Nevada.
Understanding dyslexia: Why early diagnosis and intervention matter
For years, parents and educators around the country have been warning that prevalent approaches to literacy are not working, and state legislatures are responding.
5 ways we used our literacy platforms to engage students
With a student population that’s roughly 85 percent Hispanic, our K-8 academy faces some interesting-but-not-insurmountable literacy challenges.
The decoding threshold is a key barrier to reading proficiency in older K-12 students
Despite expectations that students master basic reading skills by third grade, many continue to struggle with reading into upper elementary school and beyond.
Preparing students for Industry 5.0: Rethinking STEM to shape the future workforce
While AI, robotics, and drones continue to push boundaries, Industry 5.0 also recognizes the importance of human creativity and problem-solving in conjunction with these tools.