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Achievement gap persists in Florida schools after COVID pandemic

Tampa Bay Times | October 25, 2024

Educators across Florida and the nation have talked about their successes in overcoming student learning losses caused by inconsistent schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic. The recovery has been uneven, though, with a clear achievement gap among demographic groups. One analysis showed that students who started off behind fell even further behind.

On the move: San Francisco USD suddenly has new leader

Matt Zalaznick | October 25, 2024

After former superintendent Matt Wayne's resignation last week, San Francisco USD moved quickly to hire Maria Su, who had been the executive director of the city's Department of Children, Youth and Their Families for the last 15 years.

Why I am hopeful about the future of public education. You should be too

Duke Bradley, III | October 24, 2024

Public schools are among the most resilient institutions that we have and their significance should be highlighted, not doubted.

How hands-on, NGSS-aligned lessons prepare students for careers

Kasey Stewart | October 24, 2024

With a new curriculum, focused PLCs, and more data-driven conversations, our school saw a huge leap in science proficiency.

This is a high stakes election. These educators have hope

Presence | October 24, 2024

Kyla Johnson-Trammel, superintendent of Oakland Unified School District, didn't hesitate when asked about what gives her hope for the future: "It's our kids."

How early genAI adopters are introducing the tech to K12

Matt Zalaznick | October 24, 2024

Many early AI adopters have focused on developing artificial intelligence policies and experimenting with new tools.

Some colleges are targeting financial aid to middle-class families

NPR | October 24, 2024

For Emily Kayser, the prospect of covering her son’s college tuition on a teacher’s salary is “scary. It’s very stressful.” To pay for it, “I’m thinking, what can I sell?”

Charter school enrollment has grown, but research shows they have long performed worse than traditional schools

KARE11 | October 24, 2024

STEP Academy is an embattled St. Paul charter school that's still fighting to stay open. It has a growing operating budget deficit and two board members resigned at its school board meeting on Monday, and it was confirmed Wednesday that the superintendent has since as well. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Department of Education says 10 other charter schools have already closed or merged this year.

Cost of conflict: Schools now spend billions dealing with division

Matt Zalaznick | October 24, 2024

The "cost of conflict" is weighing heavily on K12 budgets just as districts are losing COVID relief funding, states are tightening spending, and enrollment is falling in some regions.

Reimagining Advanced Learning to Increase Equity and College Readiness

Tony DiRomualdo and Franco Girimonte | October 23, 2024

Date & Time: Wednesday, December 11 at 3 p.m. ET In this Ed Talk, San Jose USD's superintendent will discuss her district's strategies to expose a wider range of students to advanced coursework so they can develop the confidence and skills necessary to succeed in high school, college, and their career. Also, learn about the latest AP research and best practices from a former assistant superintendent and high school principal now at the non-profit College Board. ***Attendees will receive a series of resources to help support starting or expanding their AP Program and help all their students understand the value of taking AP.

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