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Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From new learning recovery data to one state’s pushback on teacher layoffs, what did you learn from our recent stories?
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Moody’s weighs school district budget resilience as ESSER ends
School districts' resilience will depend partly on how they generate revenue and also on their reserves, according to a Moody’s report released this week.
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Biden administration heightens calls for Congress to protect youth on social media
An interagency task force called for lawmakers to pass legislation that would hold online providers more accountable for students’ safety.
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5 things to know before Title IX rule’s Aug. 1 implementation date
The rule will likely lead to an uptick in complaints and decisions for district leaders to make. And there are still options for states where it’s on hold.
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Lack of focus, inattention having ‘severe negative impact’ on student learning
Still, 90% of school leaders report high-dosage tutoring has been effective for improving student outcomes, according to NCES data.
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How to make math word problems more engaging for students
Word problems can improve math’s relevance to students by connecting to their interests or showcasing practical applications, one expert says.
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Charter schools struggle to meet special education needs
A study by the Center for Learner Equity uncovers pain points and suggests ways to improve practices.
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Achievement data shows stalled progress in COVID learning recovery
Students will need about 4.8 additional months of reading and 4.3 months of math to catch up to pre-pandemic achievement levels, NWEA finds.
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Administration asks Supreme Court to allow partial Title IX rule enforcement where blocked
The Education Department will appeal lower court decisions temporarily halting the rule over its LGBTQI+ protections, but wants to enforce other parts.
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Court order in Louisiana Ten Commandments law: Don’t put up the posters yet
The new requirement to post the Ten Commandments in every public school and college classroom is still slated to kick in at the start of 2025.
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Over 50% of Ohio’s lowest-performing districts must change curricula for science of reading
A Fordham Institute analysis finds districts and charter schools using unaligned curricula received more state funds for new materials this year.
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What we learned at the National Conference on School Leadership
The gathering brought together elementary and secondary principals to share best practices on infusing joy in learning, improving special education and more.
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Michigan fights Ed Dept’s findings of COVID-era student disability violations
In an escalating back-and-forth between OCR and Michigan, the state calls the disability discrimination findings "meritless."
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California pushes back on teacher layoffs as ESSER fiscal cliff looms
Districts’ rescission of layoff notices and the state’s suspension of K-12 staff reductions point to the power of educator unions, says one finance expert.
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How school leaders can be special education ambassadors
Inclusive classrooms with specially designed instruction can benefit students with and without disabilities, two early childhood educators say.
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FCC approves E-rate expansion to cover Wi-Fi hotspots for students
The move builds upon Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel’s efforts to close the “homework gap” for students who lack home internet access.
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Groups call for cutting chronic absenteeism by 50% over 5 years
A coalition of education nonprofits say high absenteeism is harming learning, teacher retention, school culture and postsecondary preparedness.
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3 approaches to bring the Summer Olympics into STEM curriculum
Ways to connect the Paris Olympics to science class this summer and early fall include analyzing swim caps, breakdancing and the art of mastering an ollie.
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Activist organizations seek to block Title IX rule in over 400 schools nationwide
The extensive list contains over 1,000 schools and higher ed institutions, including in liberal states, and could complicate how the rule is implemented.
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Opinion
Training, rapid response tools crucial to school safety
A Michigan superintendent details how tragedy in a nearby district influenced his school system’s efforts to enhance its safety measures.
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How 2 school leaders infuse joy in student and staff learning
At one Massachusetts school, teacher trainings include a “Family Feud” approach to introducing staff and a cafe model for taking teachers’ book orders.
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ACT to shorten exam time and make science portion optional
The changes come after the College Board cut the SAT's run time earlier this year.
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California becomes first state to prohibit schools from outing LGBTQ+ students
The law was challenged in court one day after its passage and reflects a deepening political divide in how states approach LGBTQ+ policies.
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3 ways new school administrators gained confidence and had fun along the way
Two assistant principals from a Utah middle school, speaking at the National Conference on School Leadership, share how they adjusted to their new roles.
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Ed tech providers hold ‘shared responsibility’ for AI, says Education Dept
Federal guidance outlines how ed tech providers can build trust with district leaders as they integrate artificial intelligence into products and platforms.