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Critical race theory tracker: Where it’s been banned

Controversies over the teaching of critical race theory are roiling school districts just as administrators are navigating the post-COVD transition back to full-time in-person learning. 

3 reasons to teach students about race and racism

Amidst the critical race theory uproar, a report finds that students who learn about racism are more likely to hold egalitarian views and be active around racial issues

Equity should be ‘infused’ in education, experts say during summit

Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said equity will be a focus of ED and be infused in its efforts for the next four years. “These next months and years will determine the trajectory of success for millions of students in our care. This is our moment.”

Clash over critical race theory consumes K-12

A generic school board policy for banning critical race theory has been created by a conservative think tank called Citizens for Renewing America.

How Rhode Island is revving up computer science participation

Participation in AP computer science classes in Rhode Island has increased 17-fold since 2016 as educators implement and refine the state’s CS standards

3 ways to remove barriers for underrepresented students

Students own some of their teachers' learning at one Washington high school where kids help design professional development programs in diversity, equity and inclusion.

Tue Jun 22nd, 2021

State of K-12 report reveals 6 key themes for future of learning

Instructure’s annual report highlights the importance of teachers, engagement, equity and technology.
Mon Jun 21st, 2021

3 ways to move more Black and brown students into AP

More Black and brown students would enroll in advanced placement and other higher-level classes if more adults were involved in the decision-making process.
Fri Jun 18th, 2021

Were students really engaged in remote science in 2020-21?

A leader at the nationally acclaimed Danforth Plant Science Center says engagement during the pandemic was mixed, but the results in K-12s brought a few positive surprises.

Fri Jun 18th, 2021

Title IX bars discrimination against LGBTQ+ students

Title IX protects students from discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, Department of Education says
Wed Jun 16th, 2021

5 ways to prevent COVID-era stress from driving teachers away

Nearly one in four teachers may quit before the end of this 2020-’21 school year, a significant increase compared to the rate of departures seen pre-COVID.
Tue Jun 15th, 2021