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LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons In Leadership: 6 key takeaways from a year of school leader conversations
In case you missed any of this year's installments, we've highlighted some of the best insights on teacher retention, student engagement and more.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 3, 2022 -
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Schools encouraged to help students have positive social media experiences
Focus is growing on digital citizenship following social media-influenced threats of violence and acts of school destruction.
By Kara Arundel • Dec. 22, 2021 -
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TrendlineSchool Safety and Security
Safety and security has been a growing concern for school districts, with shootings continuing to rise amid concerns over how to best prevent and respond to them.
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Opinion4 areas of focus to drive the future of education
With education at a crossroads, one expert writes that it's imperative to "keep driving" to expand educational access and opportunity.
By Christopher Thomas • Dec. 21, 2021 -
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Deep DiveWhy student data remains at risk — and what educators are doing to protect it
Outdated laws, abundance of state rules and increase in ed tech tools add to the difficulty in protecting students' personal data.
By Kara Arundel • Dec. 14, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Cambium Learning Group2022 predictions for PreK-12 Edtech
Learn the three expected themes that will emerge in education and EdTech in 2022.
Dec. 13, 2021 -
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OpinionVideo empowers self-reflection, personalization in professional development
An instructional coach writes that reviewing recordings of themselves can allow teachers to see things they often don’t recall from that moment.
By Donna Spangler • Dec. 10, 2021 -
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How Disney's magic can inspire students in STEAM
From the physics behind a roller coaster to the engineering in a light projection show, Disney parks offer a variety of STEAM lessons on- and offsite.
By Lauren Barack • Dec. 8, 2021 -
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Coding and barbering event aims to broaden Black student participation in computer science
Students in South Carolina are learning a unique approach to barbering by coding hair designs in their barbershop class.
By Anna Merod • Dec. 8, 2021 -
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The K-12 Dive Awards for 2021
With community engagement, steadfast leadership and focus on students' social-emotional needs, these are the leaders shaping K-12 today.
Nov. 22, 2021 -
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Parents want larger role protecting student privacy as concerns grow
Experts said transparency is the first step districts should take when engaging with parents and students on school data privacy.
By Anna Merod • Nov. 17, 2021 -
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GAO to Ed Dept: Update 2010 cyber risk plan, consider additional guidance
A new report calls for decisiveness in guidance on current cyber risks, identifying education as one of the nation's "critical infrastructure" subsectors.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 15, 2021 -
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Report: More high schools offer computer science courses, but enrollment disparities persist
States that prioritize computer science in their policies see a greater percentage of schools offering the courses and then gaps start to close.
By Anna Merod • Nov. 11, 2021 -
Opinion
4 ways prioritizing digital literacy improves in-person learning
An educational integration specialist writes educators must embrace new ed tech tools to fully reap innovations and efficiencies in post-pandemic learning.
By Sylvia R. Quigley • Nov. 2, 2021 -
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E-rate recipients want expanded coverage for off-school sites, cybersecurity
The 11th annual E-rate survey from Funds For Learning finds further validation for efforts to close the homework gap worsened by COVID-19.
By Anna Merod • Oct. 28, 2021 -
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School leaders: Proactive approach key to addressing 'devious licks,' other social media challenges
Administrators recommend turning to restorative practices and student involvement to address harmful online trends.
By Anna Merod • Oct. 27, 2021 -
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OpinionDon't let education windfall be a flash in the pan
A former South Dakota education secretary details the need for data collection and monitoring for schools' pandemic responses and future challenges.
By Melody Schopp • Oct. 26, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Pearson4 realizations that will help schools close learning gaps
Smarthinking online tutors provide a pathway for a brighter future. For over 25 years, our network of expert tutors has helped learners reach their full potential.
Oct. 25, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Cambium Learning GroupThe new normal in EdTech: Redefining support for today's leaders
Support teachers and students with simpler EdTech products and services that drive equity for all.
Oct. 25, 2021 -
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Sponsored by SophosRansomware in education: Schools hit hard
Learn about the prevalence of ransomware in education, and what schools need to do to strengthen their defenses.
By Dan Schiappa, Chief Product Officer, Sophos • Oct. 18, 2021 -
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Sponsored by Schneider ElectricEnergy performance contract helps K-12 district recover from earthquake, pandemic and deferred maintenance
North Carolina school district overcomes ongoing challenges with innovative funding and stimulus.
Oct. 18, 2021 -
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Texas district erects Wi-Fi towers to expand internet connectivity
School systems get creative to connect students to reliable internet service after the pandemic exposed a greater need to solve the digital divide.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Oct. 18, 2021 -
OpinionWhat College Board learned from one of the nation's largest-ever online exam deployments
The nonprofit adapted during a year of disrupted learning to preserve opportunities for 1.8 million students who opted to complete AP exams online.
By Jeremy Singer • Oct. 12, 2021 -
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3 cybersecurity best practices to keep school networks safe as students — and devices — return
An estimated 1,180 cyber-related incidents have hit K-12 since 2016, and an influx of digital tools opens new vulnerabilities as students return in person.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 12, 2021 -
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Report: Monitoring online student activity may create privacy disparities
Students in lower-income districts using school-issued devices are more likely to be monitored, according to the Center for Democracy & Technology.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 27, 2021 -
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Influx of school devices provides crucial opportunities for data privacy lessons
Experts suggest students be taught to clear search histories, hard drives and more before returning school-issued devices.
By Shawna De La Rosa • Sept. 8, 2021
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