Kindergarteners Haven’t Returned. Here’s How That May Prolong Academic Recovery
A third of schools’ recent enrollment drop can’t be explained by an aging population or switches to nonpublic schooling, a new paper finds.
5 Ways To Teach With Spookley the Square Pumpkin This School Year
He’s a pumpkin for all seasons!
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AI Chatbot ‘Ed’ Will Be L.A. Unified’s Newest Student Adviser, Superintendent Says
Superintendent Alberto Carvalho also repeated his pledge to bring about full academic recovery from the pandemic within two years.
Schools in Florida Cut Back on Shakespeare, Citing New State Rules
English teachers in Hillsborough County are preparing lessons with only excerpts from Shakespeare’s works to avoid anything racy or sexual.
What Can States Do to Patch the ‘Leaky Pipeline’ for Teachers of Color?
State teacher-recruitment programs need to be more explicit about aiming for diversity, a report finds.
Three School Safety Questions that Every Parent Should ask Their Child’s School and Expect Answers
In this video, I outline three essential questions that every parent should ask their child’s principal. If they don’t or can’t answer them in detail, this is a sign that the school is unprepared for emergencies.
As Schools Turn to Tech for Mental Health Support, the Best Solution Might Be More Analog
Youth mental health is in trouble, and schools have seen firsthand the rise in need for mental health services among students. Districts are …
How Schools Are Coaching — or Coaxing — Teachers to Use ChatGPT
“If educators can reclaim their time by using generative AI to do the mundane tasks, they can get back to doing some of the fun stuff that made them …
Equity in IDEA: Why racial disparities are increasing in special ed programs
A nearly 100% increase in the number of districts identified as significantly disproportionate is causing school leaders to examine data and practices.
What Is Phonemic Awareness? A Guide for Teachers and Families
This fundamental literacy skill is essential for all readers.
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