Structured literacy is a powerful approach to teaching reading and writing grounded in decades of scientific research. How powerful? Researchers have estimated that educators using evidence-based practices can improve reading outcomes for up to 95% of students.
A new bill would ban DEI programs in Ohio K12 schools, with some Republican state senators saying diversity, equity and inclusion leads to indoctrination.
Newly confirmed Education Secretary Linda McMahon called for the removal of "red tape and bureaucratic barriers" and an "effective transfer of educational oversight to the states."
Investigators have resumed reviewing complaints of disability-based discrimination, according to a memo signed by Craig Trainor, acting assistant secretary for civil rights. But advocates worry complaints involving multiple forms of bias will remain on hold.
Those who take the offer can stack it with retirement benefits. They will receive the equivalence of severance pay or $25,000, whichever is less, according to Jacqueline Clay, a chief human capital officer. The offer would take effect March 31.
Too often public education school systems have fragmented and inconsistent onboarding programs. Those gaps fuel staff turnover, erode trust and create inefficiencies that ultimately harm students.
FETC 2025 was filled with incredible learning and networking opportunities that we got to experience first-hand. Here are some of our favorite moments from the event.
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 2nd at 2 p.m. <br><br> In this focused 30-minute Ed Talk, explore comprehensive research data from a family engagement study of 1,000 families, as well as 1,000 educators and administrators, and hear directly from Sunflower County Consolidated School District about how leadership meets parents where they are. <br><br><em ***all attendees will be able to download the 2024 schoolstatus educator report, which contains survey research.< em></em>