Pre-K & Early Childhood

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    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From demand for a cybersecurity pilot to the latest stats on school book bans, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • Nov. 15, 2024
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    Keys to teaching data literacy in elementary school

    Tracking the weather and tapping into a child’s natural curiosity are ways to build young learners' understanding of data, math instruction experts say.

    By Lauren Barack • Oct. 23, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

    K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage from 2024 so far as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

    By K-12 Dive staff
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    Teachers: Kindergarten readiness tests are time-consuming, cut into instruction

    The assessment data, however, is used to assign learning groups and track student progress, teachers told the U.S. Government Accountability Office.

    By • Oct. 18, 2024
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    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From a potential major school food service acquisition to an executive order impacting schools, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • Oct. 4, 2024
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    Are preschoolers getting enough outdoor time?

    A NIEER policy brief shows most state preschool programs don’t require outdoor time, but some have model programs to expose children to nature.

    By • Oct. 2, 2024
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    The top K-12 conferences to attend in 2025

    Here's a guide to the events where school leaders can share best practices and learn about the issues shaping education in the new year.

    By K-12 Dive staff • Updated Oct. 3, 2024
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    Navigating learning differences: Dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia

    By being aware of the red flags and providing accommodations and referrals to support services, educators can help students with dysgraphia and dyscalculia overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

    Sept. 30, 2024
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    The 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.

    By David Jacobson • Sept. 26, 2024
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    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From high school sports participation to the latest on COVID-19 academic recovery, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • Sept. 20, 2024
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    Where the 2024 presidential candidates stand on K-12 issues

    From Title IX to chronic absenteeism, we examined the candidates’ campaign websites, past statements, party platforms and more.

    By , , , • Sept. 11, 2024
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    Kindergarten readiness not impacted by high number of adverse childhood experiences

    Researchers find that while academic preparedness is not correlated with severe adversity, disruptive and internalizing behaviors are.

    By • Sept. 11, 2024
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    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From ESSER spending deadline extensions to a boost in Head Start teachers’ pay, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • Aug. 23, 2024
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    Birth rates continued to decline in 2023

    While teen birth rates are also down, the overall decline since the Great Recession stands to impact school enrollment and budgets in the long-run.

    By • Aug. 22, 2024
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    Most Head Start teachers to see $10,000 salary jump under new HHS rule

    Boosts in pay and benefits would help put Head Start educators on par with public school preschool teachers, the agency said.

    By • Aug. 19, 2024
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    Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP

    Boots on the ground: Topeka superintendent meets families where they are

    For Tiffany Anderson, engaging with the community in authentic, unstructured ways is essential to understanding and addressing learning barriers.

    By • July 25, 2024
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    STAFFED UP

    How a district boosted recruitment, retention with affordable child care

    Louisa County Public Schools launched its Little Lions Learning Lab in 2019, charging educators and staff just $400 per child per month.

    By • June 25, 2024
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    How to increase enrollment and revenue for a strong year ahead

    It’s important to make sure you’re doing everything in your power to keep enrollment on the up, not just for yourself, but for your educators as well.

    June 17, 2024
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    Child care staff report rising levels of anxiety and depression

    The Rapid Survey Project says material hardship among child care professionals is contributing to worsening mental health.

    By • June 5, 2024
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    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From playtime strategies to budget compromises, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • May 31, 2024
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    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From cybersecurity proposals to progress on school integration, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • May 17, 2024
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    Study finds uncertainty with long-term benefits of preschool

    While the short-term effectiveness of pre-K is well-documented, more research is needed about successful outcomes in school and beyond, researchers say.

    By • May 15, 2024
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    Educator strategies for incorporating SEL in class and at home

    Here’s what educators need to know about SEL to help students build a solid foundation for success in the classroom and beyond.

    April 29, 2024
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    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From preschool enrollment changes to finalized Title IX regulations, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • April 26, 2024
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    Preschool enrollment, state spending hit record highs

    Preschool participation grew 7% in 2022-23 year over year, with percentages of enrolled 3-and 4-year-olds at all-time highs.

    By • April 22, 2024
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    Special education population rose 2% between 2020 and 2021

    In total, 7.8 million children and young adults received specialized services under IDEA in 2021, according to the Education Department’s annual report.

    By • April 5, 2024