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Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From school construction concerns to a Senate committee’s FY24 education spending proposal, what did you learn from our stories the week of July 31?
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 4, 2023 -
Education, Labor departments issue guidance for registered teacher apprenticeships
The new framework and federal investments come as the “earn while they learn” model continues to gain steam in education.
By Anna Merod • Aug. 1, 2023 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Getty ImagesTrendlineLearning Loss
Our latest K-12 Dive Trendline takes a closer look at how educators are addressing learning loss, as well as achievement trends and developments.
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Sponsored by National Center for Construction Education and Research
How to encourage careers in construction at your school
Construction careers are rewarding and pay well, but don’t get as much attention in schools as other professions.
By Jonathan Arnholz, NCCER Digital Communications Manager • July 31, 2023 -
Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From new federal registered apprenticeship programs to superintendent stressors, what did you learn from our stories the week of July 10?
By Roger Riddell • July 14, 2023 -
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
How NAEP scores are adding urgency to Los Angeles’ math, reading push
As a member of the assessment’s governing board, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho is all too familiar with the gravity of pandemic learning loss.
By Roger Riddell • July 13, 2023 -
Here’s what schools should know about the growing CROWN Act
Now in 23 states, the movement aims to prohibit school grooming or dress policies that discriminate based on hair texture and type.
By Anna Merod • June 30, 2023 -
Sponsored by NCCER
3 reasons to offer construction courses at your high school
Construction education is in demand and offers great value to high schools and their students.
By Jonathan Arnholz, NCCER Digital Communications Manager • June 26, 2023 -
STAFFED UP
4 ways to tackle retention, recruitment challenges in early childhood education
Universal preschool and overall enrollment are gaining steam, but staffing issues persist.
By Anna Merod • May 31, 2023 -
Sponsored by Corwin
The 5 steps of a collective efficacy cycle
Corwin advocates for teachers to work smarter, not harder, by planning for success.
By Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and Toni Faddis • May 22, 2023 -
Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From new data on the cost of housing for educators to school construction challenges, what did you learn from our stories the week of May 8?
By Roger Riddell • May 12, 2023 -
Sponsored by Pearson
“M” is for mental health: Taking care of yourself while caring for others
Mental Health Awareness Month provides an opportunity for educators to prioritize their own mental wellbeing while also advocating for the mental health needs of the students and families they serve.
May 12, 2023 -
Here’s what’s needed to support accelerated learning
The approach aims to address learning loss by scaffolding students with needed information in small chunks, as opposed to broader remediation.
By Lauren Barack • April 12, 2023 -
5 best practices for school district succession planning
While it’s typically discussed in regard to the superintendency, one leader says districts should consider succession for all levels of staffing.
By Elena Ferrarin • April 10, 2023 -
Sponsored by MindSpark
Career Connected Learning: Raising the bar for postsecondary readiness
Extraordinary career connected learning closes opportunity, belief, skills and readiness gaps.
By Melissa Risteff, Chief Strategy Officer MindSpark Learning • April 10, 2023 -
Sponsored by Aperture Education
1 in 5 students experience mental health concerns in a given year
Student mental health is a huge concern across the country. Learn how SEL can help!
By Taylor Barberis, Aperture Education • April 10, 2023 -
Sponsored by Pearson
From awareness to action: Supporting autistic students during Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month and beyond
Here are some tools and strategies designed to better support students with ASD as you create more inclusive environments.
April 10, 2023 -
Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
Lessons In Leadership: A North Carolina principal details why middle school is more than academics
Social media and pandemic fallout are only compounding the hurdles that come with a critical period of brain development, says Derek McCoy.
By Roger Riddell • March 31, 2023 -
Council for Professional Recognition places equity at forefront in early educator guidance update
The nonprofit that administers the Child Development Associate credential aims for “a curriculum to help build a model world based on tolerance and inclusion.”
By Kara Arundel • March 20, 2023 -
Opinion
Reading reality in America’s classrooms
The nation's schools are facing a long overdue conversation about "deeply flawed" reading curricula that don't serve students, three superintendents write.
By LaTonya Goffney, Sonja Santelises and Iranetta Wright • March 16, 2023 -
Sponsored by Pearson
How schools can effectively close the gap in learning recovery
Provide the right resources to the educators delivering assessments and instructions so that they have the guidance they need to deliver the best student outcomes.
March 13, 2023 -
AASA 2023: How 3 districts are working to transform teaching and learning
Though education is often slow to embrace change, factors like artificial intelligence and industry demand for specific skill sets are forcing momentum.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 27, 2023 -
Sponsored by Pearson
How K-12 schools can minimize the effects of resource gaps in underserved schools
Recognize the challenges schools are facing and take tangible steps to support educators, students and families in underserved communities.
Feb. 27, 2023 -
STAFFED UP
5 tactics districts can use to navigate cybersecurity workforce shortages
While recruiting cybersecurity professionals may be daunting, tapping into higher ed or even training teachers for entry-level roles can be workarounds.
By Anna Merod • Feb. 22, 2023 -
Teacher shortage shows signs of worsening in several states
Multiple statewide surveys and reports show concerns remain over educator recruitment and retention, such as in Minnesota, Colorado and South Dakota.
By Anna Merod • Jan. 30, 2023 -
How states are trying to solve the special educator shortage crisis
A ‘crisis of epic proportions’ is leading to innovative practices and stronger collaborations, but many challenges remain.
By Kara Arundel • Jan. 23, 2023