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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

The 10 traits of a successful school leader

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Not every administrator comes equipped with these skills, but they can be learned, says Rolla Junior High School Principal Dr. Tori Snitker.
Artificial Intelligence

Your state’s AI laws might be irrelevant, feds say

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A draft executive order would block states from regulating AI, despite the passage of sweeping measures to protect students from harmful AI-generated content.
Artificial Intelligence

OpenAI unveils ChatGPT for Teachers—for free

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The new AI teaching assistant serves only your district, restricting the chatbot from using district data to train its model.
Education Technology

Here is how to define screen time more precisely

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Smartphones and social media, edtech and screen-based entertainment carry different risks and opportunities.
Federal

Administration takes big steps in breaking up Education Department

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More of the agency's responsibilities are being handed off to other departments, which will take control of workforce programs, college access and child care.
Education Technology

How to better fund teaching with technology

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Funds are often allocated for short-term or compliance-driven activities, rather than to boost educators' skills
Federal

McMahon: The shutdown had no impact on education

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"The Schumer shutdown underlined just how little the Department of Education will be missed," Education Secretary Linda McMahon wrote in an op-ed.

How one principal is generating CTE excitement

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Getting teachers involved in CTE programming is easy when they're teaching courses they're passionate about, says this principal.
Artificial Intelligence

These districts are spearheading AI policy

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With the help of their students, districts are warming up to the idea that AI can enhance learning and instruction.
Assessment & Standards

A new look at school climate’s impact on test scores

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Researchers found that hotter temperatures caused lower test scores, particularly in math. They also offer solutions.
Federal

First look at immigration enforcement’s impact on test scores

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In one large district, test scores have dropped but students are less likely to be involved in disciplinary incidents. 
Education Technology

Here are 5 steps for connecting students’ passion with purpose

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A happy, passionate student is an engaged student, says one expert. His project-based learning framework helps schools build such students.
College & Career Readiness

Introducing a CTE program students really want to join

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The Ogden School District is setting students up for employment within months after graduation. Here's how.
College & Career Readiness

These trends are shaping college tuition and student aid

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In 2025, more students are relying on federal aid. Researchers say it's a sign of progress in making college more affordable.
Policy & Governance

How politics are skewing classroom discussions

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Teachers' pessimism about their jobs is growing due to political pressure, a new survey warns.
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