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Coronavirus

Why CTOs at FETC are saying their roles have changed for the better

CTOs gather, bond and share experiences and tips about their ever-changing roles at this year’s FETC.

Stopping shortages: 6 steps to keep new teachers in your schools

An induction program can provide huge supports that help prevent talented, young educators from leaving their jobs.

Mask tracker: Omicron wave is bringing mandates back to schools in 2022

Leaders in several districts have in recent days have announced that all students and staff, regardless of age or vaccination status, will be required to wear masks when the 2021-22 school year begins.

K-12 closings tracker: Remote learning rings in the new year across the country

Administrators in dozens of districts, from the Northeast to the Mid-West, have decided to start 2022 remote as the omicron wave hits students and staff. 

Bipartisan agreement? Leaders take quick action to deploy more substitutes

K-12 leaders grappling with teacher and staff shortages are receiving unprecedented assistance from elected leaders on both sides of the political divide and various sectors of their communities.

How to invest school stimulus money and protect energy costs

Now that the most pressing concerns are being addressed, it’s time for administrators to begin thinking long-term about how to use the funds to improve their schools beyond this school year.
Wed Jan 19th, 2022

Biden administration to send 10 million free COVID tests to schools monthly

With schools closures again mounting in all parts of the country, the Biden-⁠Harris administration hopes to counter omicron with a barrage of COVID testing.
Wed Jan 12th, 2022

Superintendents share lessons learned after challenging start to 2021-22

Strong leadership and communication have been critical to administrative offices and all staff throughout schools.
Wed Jan 12th, 2022

Why K-12 leaders believe latest big shift to remote learning is only temporary

Staff shortages in the classroom and elsewhere are the leading reasons some big districts have shifted to virtual learning this week, with administrators hoping to bring students back quickly.

Tue Jan 11th, 2022

Mask mandates are back as K-12 leaders fight to keep classrooms open

Mask mandates are returning to dozens of districts just as many administrators had loosened COVID precautions in the weeks before omicron struck. 

Mon Jan 10th, 2022

School CEO assures Chicago that classrooms are safe as teachers stay home

CEO Martinez cites low COVID transmission in schools as teachers union 'work action' could close schools for weeks.

Wed Jan 5th, 2022