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5 FETC sessions that grabbed our attention

Looking for a great session (or two, or three…) to attend during FETC 2024? We’ve got you covered! Here are 5 sessions we’re eyeing as we build our FETC schedules.

Data and bullying: How to break down the problem

Avoidance of the situation is the most common response to bullying, which often amplifies the negative repercussions of the behavior.

FETC 2024: Know before you go

If you’re attending FETC 2024 January 23-26, take a look at some “know before you go” information so you can not only learn from and stay connected with FETC but also have fun in Orlando.

5 ways leaders can help teachers inspire students to love reading

At the middle school level, it is all about reading to learn, which means having students make sense of what they read and apply that knowledge to new situations. 

We turned an underperforming district around with video coaching

Facing state takeover, Jackson Public Schools shifted its instructional culture to focus on a growth mindset, continuous improvement and modeling excellence on video.

How to create safe spaces for students on summer nights

Every weeknight, Tacoma's middle and high school students headed to schools and community centers for the Summer Late Nights program. They played video games with friends and participated in everything from music and dance to yoga and arts activities.

How to transform school cybersecurity in 4 key steps

Across my 21-year tenure in educational tech and school cybersecurity, I’ve witnessed a common issue. School district technology departments are often understaffed, leaving cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

What K12 leaders can do to recruit the new generation of bus drivers

The good news for most school districts is that real progress can be made in hiring Generation Z and Millennials drivers with various employment options while retaining valuable, experienced transportation employees.

Teachers need time, technology and strategies to personalize a student’s journey

Focusing on the student-teacher relationship doesn’t mean telling teachers to connect and engage students, and then walking away. Nor is it about finding the best technology to take over as much teaching as possible.

Have you tried restarting? Now is the ideal time to think about what next year will look like

Three of our favorite words are launch, reset and close. They describe moments at a time when leaders can step out of the whirlwind to confirm that the energy is going in the right direction.

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