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Briefings

Several districts shut down as powerful storm Idalia threatens Florida

Matt Zalaznick -
Districts in Hernando and Citrus counties are among the first to cancel classes in what will likely become a cascade of closures over the next 24 hours if the forecasts hold.

4 ways your school’s LGBTQ+ policies can save a life

Micah Ward -
More than one in five LGBTQ+ high school students attempted suicide in 2021, according to recent data from the CDC. Additionally, 52% reported having recently experienced poor mental health. And what many administrators might not know is that something as simple as addressing their school's policies can make a world of difference for those students.

Why have 4-day school weeks become more prevalent this year?

Micah Ward -
At least 30% of Missouri school districts are leveraging this model in an effort to better recruit and retain teachers amid an ongoing shortage. Arkansas and Ohio are jumping on the bandwagon as well—and it's working.

As COVID cases rise, leaders respond by shutting down schools—for now

Micah Ward -
Just nine days into the new school year, attendance at one Kentucky school district dropped to 81% as COVID and other illnesses are beginning to sweep the nation.

The student vaping epidemic: How investing in event-driven AI solutions can mitigate it—and save your district thousands

Brad Cary -
This troubling trend is impacting not only student health, academic performance and social well-being but also school finances, with districts spending thousands annually on enforcement, education, drug testing and prevention efforts.

3 campus safety measures schools can use to tighten security

Alcino Donadel -
Institutions are displaying a revamped focus to strengthen student safety measures, many of which are bolstered by emerging technologies.

Amid shakeup with state official, Tulsa superintendent steps down “with a broken heart”

Micah Ward -
"I've been crystal clear that Tulsa Public Schools needs a dramatic change in leadership, and I am pleased to see the board taking this seriously with the removal of Deborah Gist," said State Superintendent Ryan Walters.

An ‘ed scare’ phenomenon: The 3 dangers intimidation legislation poses to teachers

Micah Ward -
"The volume and pace of these proposals represents a startling uptick in this ideological attack on public education," reads a new report from PEN America.

How to know if your district is at risk of the looming fiscal cliff

Micah Ward -
"Time is running out," reads a new report from The Education Trust. Districts have millions of ESSER dollars left to spend. Some have managed these funds poorly. Here's how to ensure you're prepared once these resources are eliminated.

How your teachers are feeling about AI and their jobs this school year

Micah Ward -
Educators' overall confidence toward their jobs has yet to reach pre-pandemic levels. But, it's improving, and that's good news. Their thoughts about artificial intelligence, however, is rather mixed.

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