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Report: Principals underprepared amid pre-K's spread
New Jersey is spotlighted by researchers in particular due to its combination of a high-quality public pre-K program and the lack of requirement for college-level early-childhood coursework for principals.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 20, 2017 -
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Deep DiveDeVos calls for more innovation during Rethink School Summit
Charter operators and independent schools were largely represented at the Tuesday event.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 20, 2017 -
California commission changes requirements for special ed teachers
Goals of the commission’s decision include identifying students with special needs earlier and having educators who can more effectively work in an inclusion model.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 19, 2017 -
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DeVos considers delaying Obama-era special education rule
States would be required to spend more on early intervention if the percentage of minority students in special education programs exceeds certain limits.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 18, 2017 -
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How has the cyber charter landscape changed in the past year?
In an update to its 2016 investigation of the sector, Education Week notes that the schools now have a strong ally at the U.S. Department of Education.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 18, 2017 -
Survey: Educators across political spectrum not sold on school choice
Many teachers, principals and district superintendents report skepticism of charter schools, vouchers and tax-credit scholarships, including some who voted for President Donald Trump.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 15, 2017 -
Concerns about access to K-12 content linger ahead of net neutrality vote
The Federal Communications Commission is expected to repeal the rules, which could potentially see some content providers charging a premium for delivery at higher speeds.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 14, 2017 -
More states choosing chronic absenteeism rate as major school success indicator
California, like many other states, needs to address the impact of the growing number of students who aren’t making it to school.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 14, 2017 -
Shalina Chatlani
Former Florida Lt. Gov. Brogan tapped to oversee K-12 policy at Ed Dept
Frank Brogan, who formerly served with Jeb Bush, has supported policies similar to those promoted by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Suburban Chicago district overhauls approach to learning via E-rate funds
The Cicero Public School District 99 overhauled its infrastructure to take full advantage of Chromebook capabilities.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 13, 2017 -
Cross-sector organization calls for district-charter cooperation in Detroit
The Coalition for the Future of Detroit Schoolchildren recommends a centralized system that would make it easier for all schools to track student attendance.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Shalina Chatlani
CEP survey: Most state leaders face funding, staffing challenges in ESSA implementation
Some state education leaders also report a desire for clearer direction from the U.S. Department of Education.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 12, 2017 -
Thought leaders share predictions on assessment, SEL, PD
The past several years have seen massive change in the K-12 space, largely due to seismic shifts in the economy and the need to re-adjust to meet changing workforce demands.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 7, 2017 -
State report cards improving, education data experts say
Using simpler language and fewer acronyms would make the reports even more accessible.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 6, 2017 -
GAO: Inform parents about the effect of school vouchers on disability rights
Though school vouchers offer parents of disabled students more choices, they are not always made aware that their children might lose some disability rights in the process.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 6, 2017 -
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Cross-school collaboration seeks to empower small districts in 5 states
Small school districts face unique challenges, but a new program is exploring the possibility of addressing some by building cross-school professional learning communities.
By Amelia Harper • Dec. 5, 2017 -
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Most Disruptive Idea: District Cooperatives/Collaboratives
School districts have found strength in numbers, joining forces to leverage their collective resources and buying power amid ongoing budget austerity nationwide.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Stricter school nutrition guidelines delayed for now
Current sodium levels, flavored milk and non-whole grain menu items can remain in place through the 2018-19 school year.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 4, 2017 -
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Dive Awards
The K-12 Education Dive Awards for 2017
The 2017 Dive Awards for K-12 Education recognize the industry’s top disruptors and innovators. These administrators, districts and trends are transforming the industry and shaping the future.
By Roger Riddell , Linda Jacobson • Dec. 4, 2017 -
Dive Awards
Policy of the Year: The Every Student Succeeds Act
Ongoing implementation has graduated the nation's primary K-12 law from 2016's Obsession of the Year to 2017's Policy of the Year. And there's a lot to take in.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 4, 2017 -
North Bennett Street School in Boston, MA
Data analysis highlights status of K-12 facilities infrastructure
Despite an average age of 44 years, 76% of schools surveyed by the National Center for Education Statistics said their buildings were in "good" or "excellent" condition.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 1, 2017 -
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Cool courses, HEA and Khan: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on institutional assistance to low-income students and more here.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 1, 2017 -
National recognition program aims to evaluate school-based health centers
The program gives school-based health centers a way to demonstrate how they benefit students and the school communities they serve.
By Linda Jacobson • Dec. 1, 2017 -
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Survey: Public school parents less satisfied with engagement opportunities
The survey asked parents, for example, whether they are encouraged to visit and observe classrooms and whether teacher conferences accommodate their schedules.
By Linda Jacobson • Nov. 30, 2017 -
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Gallup poll: Superintendents see high-quality teacher, principal candidates waning
Some 66% of district superintendents report a declining number of new, highly qualified teacher candidates, with 43% additionally reporting declines in principal candidates.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 29, 2017
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