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Micah Ward

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Micah Ward is the editor at District Administration. For more than four years, he's covered artificial intelligence, edtech and district leadership. He holds a master's degree in Journalism from the University of Alabama. Find Micah Ward on LinkedIn or email him at [email protected].
Leadership

Texas makes school choice history. What’s been the response?

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Some private schools are choosing not to participate in program's first year over fears of its impact on the public sector.
Leadership

This Texas leader is the nation’s Superintendent of the Year

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Roosevelt Nivens leads one of the state's fastest-growing districts, adding nearly 2,000 students each year.
Artificial Intelligence

Experts warn of students making friends with chatbots

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When students confide in chatbots, they develop relationships that make them even lonelier. Here's how leaders can intervene.
Leadership

Absenteeism: How schools are competing for students’ time

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Leaders are turning to dance parties, TikTok trends and monthly competitions to get students back in the classroom.
Leadership

Report: Students aren’t deterred by cellphone bans

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Parents don't think the new rules have much impact, either. Still, educators overwhelmingly approve of them, according to media headlines.
College & Career Readiness

New research dismantles the narrative that college isn’t worth the cost

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A college degree or short-term credential can earn students 15% or more than high school graduates. Here's what leaders need to know.
Federal

Religious expression in schools gets clearer federal protections

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Here's everything you need to know about the Education Department's new guidance on prayer in public schools.
Leadership

Here is why two big districts may face school closures

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Leaders in Broward County and the School District of Philadelphia say they must cut spending as enrollment declines.
Student Success

What the top 25 districts reveal about student enrollment

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Only 3 districts gained students over the last five years, new research shows. However, things are starting to turn around.
Federal

Will the midterm elections have any effect on Trump’s K12 agenda?

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A shift in Congressional control won't stop executive action from reshaping K12 education, experts argue. But it can increase awareness.
Leadership

Students nationwide staged walkouts against ICE. Here’s how it went

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Districts varied in their approach to supporting student activism. Here's some advice on how to handle future demonstrations.
Artificial Intelligence

Poor AI adoption can stall innovation. Here’s how to avoid that

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Schools are at risk of streamlining outdated policies and practices. New research suggests five steps to guide implementation.
Artificial Intelligence

How Utah is setting the standard for AI-infused learning

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New state guidance outlines the unique roles teachers and students play in implementing AI without replacing the human connection.
Academics

What parents are saying about cell phones, school choice and more

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Parents are most pleased with their school's ability to teach durable skills, new research confirms. Meanwhile, mental health support can improve.
Artificial Intelligence

Why AI is an unbannable force for good in education

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Like the internet, AI will face strict regulation for school use. Still, superintendents are telling me they're glad AI isn't going anywhere.
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