2020 was a challenging year for everyone, but teachers have widely been acknowledged for their creativity and commitment to students amidst all the sudden changes.
Having third grade readers reach proficiency is so vital to Superintendent Wayne Rodolfich that he visits hundreds of homes to offer additional literacy support.
As school leaders and educators, being equipped to deal with heightened and varying degrees of behavioral and mental health challenges among our students is as essential as ensuring their academic achievement.
Positive behavioral interventions and supports can drive a cycle of support, from states to districts, districts to schools, and from schools to teachers and students.
Districts should "make no assumptions" about students' housing status and access to resources, which are subject to change especially as the pandemic persists.
Rising COVID-19 rates have led many districts that had been providing in-person instruction for several weeks to pivot back to full-time remote learning.
At Senate confirmation hearing, education secretary nominee Miguel Cardona says school will need expand mental health supports and extended learning days post-COVID.