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NAECAD provides framework for success for esports leaders

Through its membership, clinics and conferences, NAECAD, which oversees esports coaches and directors, provides a powerful collaborative environment to share ideas and foster growth.

The educational power of putting esports in your classroom

One middle school's journey from concept to implementation offers a familiar refrain: "Esports teaches students? When can I sign up?"

Digital divide drives new broadband expansion efforts

Momentum is building for an emergency stimulus fund that would help schools bring broadband internet access and WiFi to students left out of online learning.

How will schools reopen safely in fall 2020?

Education leaders are considering staggering class schedules, reconfiguring classrooms, longer school days and continued online learning to allow for social distancing.

5 questions to ask when taking on a green building project

In celebration of Earth Day, DA guest columnist Anisa Heming addresses how to ensure a new green school supports student learning, protects student and teacher health, and cuts down operating and utility costs. She directs the U.S. Green Building Council's Center for Green Schools.

Struggle to connect from home: Scholastic esports not immune

Although some students and faculty have found a way to play, lack of equity and access across the board is keeping many in the dark.

How schools are designing ‘brain-friendly’ classroom spaces

Brain-friendly schools support different learning styles, promote active involvement, incorporate multimedia, recognize the impact of environmental factors such as noise and lighting, build connections to the world outside the classroom, and encourage community accessibility and involvement.

5 tips for leveraging student interest through Minecraft

A renowned middle school teacher offers up some of the best ways to keep students engaged and connected during COVID-19 ... by giving them something they enjoy: Minecraft.

9 tips for serving meals to students during school closures

DA guest columnist Bart Christian provides safety guidance for non-congregate settings.

K-12 leaders gaining some flexibility over budgets

Superintendents in some states can carry budget surpluses over to the next school year or shift unspent dollars among different accounts. And state and federal waivers are giving districts yet more leeway.

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