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OpinionSchool mental health supports are a pathway to equity
The Jed Foundation's director of high school implementation writes school mental health work must include a focus on systemic change.
By Wenimo Okoya • June 21, 2021 -
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With burnout on the rise, districts turn to staff SEL and bringing joy to learning
District leaders and education experts say school staff well-being is important for student achievement and for preventing staff shortages.
By Kara Arundel • June 16, 2021 -
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TrendlineLearning 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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Minnesota's 'Grow Your Own' programs aim to diversify teaching staffs
Statewide grant programs focus on recruiting paraprofessionals and high school students into the teaching profession.
By Kara Arundel • June 16, 2021 -
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How a South Carolina district is reexamining grading policies for equity
Richland School District Two is reviewing consistency in grading and the measurement of homework assignments, among other practices.
By Kara Arundel • June 15, 2021 -
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Career pathways expand opportunities for all high-schoolers
CTE has regained traction in recent years as policymakers and ed leaders have recognized every student's goal shouldn't necessarily be college.
By Shawna De La Rosa • June 11, 2021 -
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3 strategies for easing wary students, families back into in-person learning
Though President Joe Biden and teacher union heads have set expectations for a full reopening in fall, school leaders still face barriers to buy-in.
By Katie Navarra • June 3, 2021 -
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Poll: Majority of parents want children in-person, but would like options
Respondents also want to see relief funding prioritized for tech and internet access, support for students with disabilities and meal programs.
By Naaz Modan • June 3, 2021 -
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Reading tutors help prepare early learners for kindergarten
Shevrin Jones, executive director of Florida's Reading Corps, says reading is the one foundation for children that can't be overlooked.
By Kara Arundel • June 2, 2021 -
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Report: Schools should direct students toward a valuable resource — their peers
A new Christensen Institute report shares the importance of peer-to-peer connections and how schools can facilitate models for productive relationships.
By Kara Arundel • June 2, 2021 -
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Deep DiveWhy having too many or too few special education students matters
With a predicted rise in the number of referrals, schools should have tiered supports in place and monitor for inappropriate identifications.
By Kara Arundel • June 1, 2021 -
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OpinionTo meaningfully address learning loss, schools must use federal funds to reform education
A former chief academic officer for Delaware writes that achieving long-term results from relief funding will require a comprehensive rethinking of how school works.
By Michael Watson • May 27, 2021 -
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OpinionAlternative assessment approaches can boost creativity, educators' insights into student learning
Van Andel Institute for Education Director Terra Tarango shares five alternative approaches educators can use to move beyond pencil-and-paper.
By Terra Tarango • May 26, 2021 -
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Deep DiveDecoding the Divide: Pandemic highlights struggles, silver linings of digital special education
Virtual learning led to stronger school-family partnerships, but some students with disabilities couldn't access individualized services from home.
By Kara Arundel • May 25, 2021 -
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Deep DiveDecoding the Divide: How COVID-19 thrust a long-widening digital gap into the spotlight
The pandemic forced emergency investment to connect all students to digital learning opportunities, but holes remain in access and training.
By Roger Riddell • May 25, 2021 -
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Decoding the Divide: The struggle to make 21st century learning equitable for all students
A year of unprecedented disruption prompted significant investment to expand digital equity, but gaps persist in a number of areas.
By Roger Riddell , Naaz Modan , Kara Arundel • May 25, 2021 -
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Report: Transformative education should include anti-racist commitments
Post-pandemic recovery must include reforms for student-centered experiences that eliminate biases and deficit-based mindsets, a think tank explains.
By Kara Arundel • May 25, 2021 -
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Leaders detail approaches to assessing students' academic, mental health needs
Participants in a Tuesday webinar said making data collection purposeful can help schools differentiate and accelerate learning.
By Kara Arundel • May 19, 2021 -
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Sponsored by NewselaPlanning for learning recovery? Start with learning science.
Before the pandemic, only half of students reported feeling engaged in school. Read more about how we can create the conditions for students to learn best.
May 17, 2021 -
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Playbook offers strategies for recruiting, retaining diverse teaching workforce
The Teaching Profession Playbook was developed by 26 organizations to urge states and districts to consider systemic changes to prevent teacher shortages.
By Kara Arundel • May 13, 2021 -
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As schools prepare for gas shortage, some go remote or cancel activities
While some are monitoring the situation, other schools have already shut down to avoid potential impacts on students' and teachers' abilities to travel.
By Naaz Modan • May 12, 2021 -
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Pandemic pivot: How a CTE high school spread SEL across curriculum
Instead of pausing its SEL program during the pandemic, New York's Business Technology Early College High School expanded student and parent outreach.
By Kara Arundel • May 12, 2021 -
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Study: New Jersey early childhood program's benefits stretch to 10th grade
The Abbott Preschool Program improved long-term achievement in language/literacy, math and science, in addition to lowering grade retention.
By Shawna De La Rosa • May 10, 2021 -
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Will K-12 schools require COVID-19 vaccination for students?
As school leaders debate their vaccine approaches, they should first understand their state and local policies.
By Kara Arundel • Updated May 10, 2021 -
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PROMISING PRACTICESPromising Practices: New Hampshire partnerships support students with vision impairments
The program seeks to reduce teacher shortages and improve services to students who are blind or have low vision.
By Kara Arundel • May 7, 2021 -
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States, districts debate whether to end remote learning option
The 2021-22 school year will likely be a transition year during which districts will start to phase out their locally created remote learning models.
By Kara Arundel • May 4, 2021
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