Coronavirus

Mitigating COVID: What’s working in our schools

Meriden Public Schools in Connecticut has adapted in creative ways, from using tents, classroom and bus seating charts, student cohorts, and more to make in-person learning possible.

FETC preview: Be revolutionary, make change happen now

Keynote speaker Eric Sheninger says the COVID-19 pandemic might provide the one opportunity to completely transform education for the better.

Here’s what could sidetrack Biden’s K-12 goals

President-elect Joe Biden wants to make preschool permanent and use the federal government's influence to improve instructional practices rather than regulate K-12 through testing. 

Remote challenge: How Santa Fe is delivering in pandemic

The New Mexico district will soon be going back to full virtual instruction. For most schools, that would be bad news. But not for this technology team.

Boulder Valley superintendent talks challenges of 2020

Colorado district that was thriving before the pandemic has faced some setbacks, particularly with staffing, but it isn't losing sight of its mission to serve all students.

A look at Biden’s 5-step plan to reopen schools during COVID

Closing pandemic-era learning gaps and emergency funding anchor the incoming Biden-Harris administration's plans for reopening schools safely as COVID rates climb. 

How one state is tackling declining enrollment numbers

Connecticut's Department of Education is taking a more proactive approach to reporting on and releasing data on attendance during the pandemic.

5 ways to give students virtual work-based experiences

With a little creativity, those who support students with disabilities can help ensure they gain work experience, even while learning remotely.

Civil Dialogue: How San Diego school made it happen in 2020

The Francis Parker School used words of wisdom from its namesake, past election experience and a model for critical thinking and discussion that got students talking in a positive way.

From technology labs to technology learning: Moving to a 1:1 solution

Adding computers, developing ambitious professional development and training plans, and a thorough evaluation process led to great success.

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