What Principals Look for When Hiring Teachers
A mindset that fits with a school’s vision and experience managing student behavior are top attributes.
More NAEP declines: Scores drop for 8th graders on US history, civics tests
Additional instruction is needed in these subjects to help students prepare for engagement in society, education leaders said.
Digital Accessibility Is a Bigger Education Issue Than We Think. Here’s What We Can Do About It.
About a month ago, a colleague forwarded me a newsletter from the school she works with. It was a normal-looking school newsletter: a three-page PDF …
Districts Try New Approach to Contracts: Tying Payments to Student Learning
The shift in contracting aims to broaden vendors’ focus from providing services to showing results.
This High School Teacher at the End of the Year Is Honestly All of Us
“We survive May. We don’t thrive May.”
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Principals, Here Are 4 Ways to Show Your Appreciation for Teachers
A sincere thank you and a day off to catch up on grading are among the ideas readers shared.
The Case for Choosing a Physical Book Over a Digital Reader
Physical books encourage a deeper reading of a text than digital devices do, some experts argue.
Swim Lessons Save Lives. Should Schools Provide Them?
A push is on in some states to make swim lessons part of the school curriculum.
Are My Students “Cheating” by Reading Graphic Novel Adaptations of Classics?
This author’s adaptations (plus so many resources!) can actually enhance your curriculum.
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20+ Famous Astronauts Your Students Should Know
Out of this world!
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