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Hartford, Miami cyberattacks highlight need for vigilance as districts reopen
K-12 is a prime target for hackers due to limited security resources and vast amounts of data, and the pandemic hasn't slowed them down.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 10, 2020 -
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OpinionUSDA makes right move to mitigate food insecurity with lunch program extension
Free school meals are a critical lifeline for low-income children and build a healthier nation long-term, the president of nonprofit National Grange writes.
By Betsy Huber • Sept. 10, 2020 -
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TrendlineProfessional Development
Personalized learning experiences aren't just a goal for the classroom anymore — they're highly sought out for PD over traditional sit-and-get seminars. And there's no shortage of topics to cover.
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Outdoor learning is safer, but how are schools doing it?
Approaches to taking classes outside to prevent the spread of COVID-19 vary depending on a variety of factors, including location and resources.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 9, 2020 -
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Deep DivePresentation and choice fuel accessibility — in-person or remote
Being mindful of resource design also contributes to inclusive spaces that promote the success of all students.
By Lauren Barack • Sept. 9, 2020 -
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Helping middle-schoolers build self-regulation skills remotely
The middle grades are a key time for core social-emotional development, and there are a variety of strategies to continue that progress virtually.
By Lauren Barack • Sept. 9, 2020 -
Radic, Ivan. (2020). "Kind sitzt am Computer. Fernunterricht während der Coronavirus Pandemie" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Student engagement remains a challenge in distance learning
With collaboration and enhanced professional development, educators can liven up online lessons for meaningful, supportive learning.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 9, 2020 -
Tech-based contact tracing could put schools in murky privacy territory
A whitepaper from Surveillance Technology Oversight Project suggests manual contact tracing methods are just as effective, without eroding student privacy.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 9, 2020 -
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Districts' approaches to accommodating high-risk educators a mixed bag
Support staff in some districts want the same options as teachers. And shortages could grow if educators choose to retire early over lack of options.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 8, 2020 -
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Ed Dept decision on trans student-athletes could have broader implications
The unusual formal guidance is counter to a recent Supreme Court decision on LGBTQ discrimination in the workplace, and one legal expert said the department is sending "a very strong message to schools."
By Naaz Modan • Sept. 8, 2020 -
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Survey: Parents stressed, anxious about sending children back to school
A Monster survey found working parents are seeking employer flexibility and support as the school season starts, with 27% saying they haven't received it.
By Sheryl Estrada • Sept. 8, 2020 -
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Sponsored by Bill of Rights InstituteFree digital resource in US history builds civil discourse skills
By emphasizing the skills and disposition that leads to respect of other viewpoints, "Life, Liberty" promotes not just the theory but the practice of civil discourse.
By David Bobb, President of the Bill of Rights Institute • Sept. 8, 2020 -
DeVos: States should 'rethink' assessment, consider competency, mastery-based assessments
In a letter, the education secretary told state ed chiefs the department would be "open to discussions" about flexibilities for alternative models.
By Naaz Modan • Sept. 3, 2020 -
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OpinionFor safety's sake, if schools must reopen, do the following at a minimum
A high school teacher and Yale University researcher urge great caution in reopening, recommending a long list of minimum COVID-19 safety standards.
By Gerard Bossard and Douglas Rothman • Sept. 3, 2020 -
Consistency, structure key to ADHD students' remote learning success
Designating distraction-free spaces, scheduling sessions at the same times daily and establishing individual learning targets are among suggested strategies from experts.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 2, 2020 -
Opinion
Distance learning isn't a panacea for educating kids
The executive director of a Midwest education research organization urges caution in embracing for-profit virtual education providers.
By Gretchen Dziadosz • Sept. 2, 2020 -
As budget cuts loom, sustaining the arts is among K-12 challenges
A recent report on Chicago Public Schools highlights progress in expanding arts education access, but tighter funds will necessitate creative planning.
By Lauren Barack • Sept. 2, 2020 -
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NYC, UFT reopening deal delays school start, boosts safety
After a second delay, the district plans to resume classes remotely and return to in-person instruction in phases.
By Roger Riddell • Updated Sept. 17, 2020 -
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ColumnFast Forward: A future-focused look at a changing K-12 landscape
Tools and practices once considered only possibilities or luxuries for some districts are now necessities as COVID-19 catalyzes transformation.
Sept. 1, 2020 -
Summer Reading: Season of protests fosters K-12 reflection
Ongoing Black Lives Matter demonstrations have led educators to re-examine curriculum, supports and the role of school police nationwide.
Sept. 1, 2020 -
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Deep Dive
1:1 programs 'on steroids' bring challenges for school districts
Districts have largely used rainy day funds or money from state and federal COVID-related K-12 relief funds, but have had to cut corners in some cases.
By Natalie Gross • Sept. 1, 2020 -
DOL: No federal-approved leave for families choosing remote learning
The guidance accompanies two further updates about parents' eligibility for FFCRA leave as schools grapple with the coronavirus crisis.
By Katie Clarey • Sept. 1, 2020 -
Radic, Ivan. (2020). "Kind sitzt am Computer. Fernunterricht während der Coronavirus Pandemie" [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Report: Up to 4 months of 'COVID slide' learning loss expected in K-5
Research released by Illuminate Education suggests a "multi-tiered system of supports" will be key to closing learning gaps as school resumes.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 31, 2020 -
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Study: Only 8 states had distance learning plan at start of pandemic
Despite school closures in 2009 over swine flu, many districts didn’t prepare for an event that would shutter schools for months, research shows.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Aug. 28, 2020 -
Photo illustration by Danielle Ternes/K-12 Dive; photograph by Lisegagne, SDI Productions, and RyanKing999 via Getty Images
Column
Fast Forward: Will COVID-19 trigger shift from standardized assessments?
The role of standardized and high-stakes exams in K-12 is being debated nationwide amid renewed focus on equity and access in light of the pandemic.
By Naaz Modan • Aug. 27, 2020 -
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USDA waiver impasse may hamper school meal distribution
The National School Lunch and Breakfast programs are still available, but not every child is eligible, and the pandemic complicates distribution and payments.
By Naaz Modan • Updated Aug. 31, 2020
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