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How educators can help students learn to resolve conflict and move forward
One human development expert says it all starts at working to understand other people’s behavior and extend forgiveness.
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STAFFED UPWhere does teacher diversity stand?
With students of color comprising 52% of public school enrollment in 2022-23, new data illustrates the extent to which the “representation gap” persists.
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ASBO '24A lethal tornado struck. How did the district respond and recover?
Moore Public Schools administrators share lessons learned from that tragic day when seven students were killed in Oklahoma.
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Schools lack supports for victims of sexually explicit deepfake and real images
Only 36% of teachers say their school has a fair process that adequately helps victims of deepfake "non-consensual intimate imagery," a CDT report found.
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OpinionThe untapped strategy that can radically improve student outcomes
Partnerships that bridge the gap between early childhood and elementary school are enhancing the benefits of pre-K, writes Education Development Center’s David Jacobson.
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Should under-enrolled, low-performing schools be targeted for closure?
Closures can be unpopular and divisive — but operating under-capacity schools can be costly and inefficient, a Fordham Institute report says.
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POP QUIZTest yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From one strategy to handle rising special education costs to the number of teachers impacted by gun violence, what did you learn from our recent stories?
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Are digital devices hindering reading progress?
A Maryland nonprofit sounds a warning that technology can have detrimental effects on students’ reading and critical thinking skills.
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ASBO '24How AI could benefit school business officials
From grant applications to budget narratives, administrators are cautiously digging into ways artificial intelligence can streamline daily operations.
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Scathing GAO reports blame Education Department leaders for FAFSA mess
A monthslong investigation found the department failed to properly oversee vendors and communicate with colleges and students.
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Districts balk at 2024 Title IX rule amid legal turmoil
The regulation’s complicated implementation has led some districts, even where the rule is legally in effect, to forego compliance.
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Small districts need supports to strengthen principal pipelines
Large districts are more likely to have written leader standards describing what principals need to know and do in their roles, say Rand and CRPE.
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Black girls face disproportionate discipline rates in every state
A Government Accountability Office report finds colorism, gender stereotypes and biased views of Black girls contribute to the disparities.
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ASBO '24How can districts control the growing costs of special education?
One K-12 finance expert suggests districts scrutinize their special education budgets to get a hold on rising related costs, such as staffing.
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How a Tennessee district is expanding its virtual academy
As other districts shut down virtual programs, Tullahoma City Schools is adding grades and requires students to earn "social points" to stay connected.
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TrackerRising Leaders: 10 standout assistant principals and district leaders you should know in 2024-25
These exemplary administrators are excelling on school culture, career education, learning technology and more.
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ASBO '243 ways districts can better manage workers’ comp programs
Ensuring a strong reporting system and investigating claims immediately are crucial, says a K-12 finance expert.
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Despite growing gun violence concerns, teachers say drills don’t help
Active shooter drills can be stressful for students, but just 16% of teachers say their schools have adults monitoring students for signs of trauma in real time.
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To keep CTE programs up to date, look to the community
Working with local industry can help schools stay on top of needs and ensure educators have opportunities to upgrade their own skills, says one expert.
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Student cellphone limits raise concerns over disability rights
Advocates say screen time limits could hinder access to general curriculum for students with disabilities.
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Career-connected learning yields positive impact on learners’ future plans
A survey of New Hampshire middle and high schoolers shows students seek more career awareness and experiences.
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Are schools communicating their AI policies to students well enough?
Some 37% of teens said they were unsure if their school had developed rules on AI use, according to a Common Sense Media survey.
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Aging infrastructure, budget constraints weigh on K-12 facilities teams
Older buildings in need of repairs face stagnant capital improvement budgets and need plans for preventive maintenance and more, IncidentIQ says.
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OpinionStronger enforcement needed against youth e-cigarette use
An Illinois principal writes that vaping companies that target their products to teens often receive little more than a warning letter.
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The average U.S. student is less than halfway to full academic recovery
English learners, students experiencing homelessness and students with disabilities require urgent attention in particular, CRPE research says.
