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On Topic with Nathaniel F. Watson: Sleep now, learn later

JD Solomon | January 15, 2019

School districts around the country are experimenting with starting classes later to allow students to get extra sleep. While some dismiss the idea as pampering, Nathaniel F. Watson says there are solid scientific reasons to consider it. As we age, our internal circadian rhythms and biological sleep drives change, resulting in later sleep and wake times. […]

N.Y. district's school board considers banning cellphones

Ariana Fine | January 15, 2019

Sarasota school board members are considering a district-wide ban on any cellphone use during school, regardless of age or grade. In a previous proposed idea, elementary school students would have no access to their phones, while middle and high school students would have restricted access.

Florida lawmaker works to require religion elective in public high schools

Steven Blackburn | January 14, 2019

A Florida lawmaker is working to make bible study available in all public schools.

New high school computer science curriculum launched

Ariana Fine | January 14, 2019

Carnegie Mellon University's free, online curriculum for high school students helps instructors teach programming skills using graphics and animations. Now being piloted in 40 schools, the Computer Science Academy's CS1 will be available for general use this fall, free of charge.

Math programs for K12 education

Steven Blackburn | January 12, 2019

Many math programs feature a combination of digital, print and hands-on activities for students; provide educators with PD opportunities, such as on-site and video coaching; and generate assessment data to help personalize instruction.

Language adds up for ELLs in K12 math instruction

Shawna De La Rosa | January 11, 2019

Charlotte “Nadja” Trez, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools' executive director of ELL Services, firmly believes in maintaining rigorous math standards for all ELL students, and embedding language lessons in math instruction.

Making a great transition for students in special ed

Victoria Clayton | January 11, 2019

There are successful transition plans and then there are successful transitions for special ed students. Experts offer ideas.

Increase teacher salaries without increasing school funding in Indiana?

Ariana Fine | January 11, 2019

The House Education Committee's said that public schools should spend 85 percent of its funding in the classroom. But unless more revenue is provided, there will be less money to provide custodial, maintenance, secretarial, health and other supports services. Teachers will be doing more than just educating their students if this happens.

Detecting depression using phone apps

Ariana Fine | January 09, 2019

Could the same devices that some people blame for contributing to tech-age angst also be used to detect it? The idea has sparked a race to develop apps that warn of impending mental health crises. Changes in typing speed, voice tone, word choice and how often kids stay home could signal trouble, according to preliminary studies.

N.Y. bills revisit use of schools as polling places

Ariana Fine | January 08, 2019

At least three bills before the state Legislature seek to relocate or remove polling places from schools, an idea that first began circulating around Albany in 2014 following several high-profile school shootings and threats of terrorism.

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