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How online instruction can help solve local teacher shortages

Online instruction is a way to utilize valuable, experienced teachers who have retired from classroom teaching, but still want to be connected to education

Black children come from genius: How to teach Black history joyfully

Five approaches to teaching Black history that unearth our children’s joy by considering their happiness, wellness, beauty, and advocacy.

How collecting warm data can tell us more about our students

We’re likely to miss the root causes of drops in test scores and other issues because we don’t often collect 'warm data' about how our students are feeling.

3 ways school districts can build a secure digital culture

The good news on digital culture is that most would-be cyberattackers are opportunistic, not determined. They zero in on the easiest target.

Why student learning is not canceled because AI can now write essays

Here's why banning artificial intelligence tools won't work and why these tools are dumber than they appear plus an idea for how we can change student assignments to measure thinking in new ways.

Why providing free school lunch is more important than ever

Paying less than 50 cents per meal might seem trivial to the 90% of Americans who are food secure, but it creates a substantial financial barrier for others.

K12 leaders, let’s use ESSER to create the most flexible learning environments

The last few years showed us that it’s time to embrace flexible learning environments, like online, blended, and hybrid learning, because they empower parents and students to take control.

How cross-country partnerships bring project-based learning to life

An administrator explains why PBL is equity work, and how it connects students’ learning with the world beyond the classroom.

Teacher wellbeing: Why 2023 needs to be the Year of the Teacher

Teachers need space to heal and to break the pattern of struggle to reconnect with their jobs emotionally. They also need to feel trusted and respected.

Why the role of school superintendent is a family affair

It's a 24/7 job that eats into family time, cuts short vacations and requires a thick skin and plenty of grace. Just ask the wife of Superintendent David Hoffert.

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