Embedding language instruction into CTE programs can help close what some educators see as an "opportunity gap" faced by students learning English. And participating in the hands-on projects of CTE can be an effective way of accelerating language acquisition. In October 2017, 30 percent of the students in Boston Public Schools' CTE programs qualified as […]

About 64 percent of youth with major depression do not receive any mental health treatment. That means that people under 18 who are most at risk of suicidal thoughts or of difficulty in school and in relationships don't receive the treatment they need. There were 13 suicides in the Indianapolis suburb of Fishers in 2016. […]

Want to improve your district's retirement offerings for teachers? Start by ensuring that you understand these terms. Defined benefit (DB) plan. A retirement plan in which an employer promises a specified pension payment or lump sum (or combination) on retirement that is predetermined by a formula based on the employee's earnings history, length of service […]

San Diego USD sets guidelines for master scheduling, including: Prioritizing English learners and students with IEPs to ensure on-time graduation Assigning teacher prep time to enable collaboration within departments or grade-level teams Ensuring the neediest students are taught by the most effective teachers LINK TO MAIN ARTICLE: Strategies for mastering school schedules Expanding access to […]