The best assessment processes allow a learner to be measured alongside milestones of their own developmental trajectory, not in comparison to arbitrary—and potentially outdated—standards that may or may not reflect their unique, lived experiences.
"The amount of students who need mental health support and interventions outnumbers the amount of spots that we have available," one administrator said in a new report.
It is tempting to think of these last ESSER funds as one-time expenditures to address limited, one-time needs. A better way to consider these funds would be as a down payment on sustainable strategies.
This year's finalists are recognized for their success in providing high-quality learning opportunities for students. Learn what qualities make them such qualified candidates.
Sending families positive updates celebrating their child's good attendance, for instance, is something more parents would like to see, a new survey suggests.
.Four years after COVID-19 first hit American schools, we are—thankfully—well past the depths of the crisis. But for education, true recovery from the pandemic has been slow to come.
For K12 superintendents and educational leaders, staying abreast of technological advancements is particularly important when it comes to addressing the unique needs of special education programs.
A new survey reveals that these leaders "nearly universally experience gender-based bias that impacts their ability to do their job, how they feel about their work, and their overall well-being."
The more time students spent in remote instruction, the further they fell behind. And, experts say, extended closures did little to stop the spread of Covid.
