Three themes were key in the delegation's focus during their site visits in Spain: Vision and leadership, student-centered learning and community and collaboration.
New initiative allows districts to bridge the gaps in access to career exploration that aligns with student aspirations and meet the state's workforce needs.
School leaders must also consider how AI could impact trust within the community. Automated communications, while efficient, can feel impersonal if not used strategically.
Cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and diversity are three of the top issues in K12 IT departments. They are also the big themes at next month's FETC 2025.
The curriculum—designed by the state's public education agency—would allow teachings from the Bible such as the Golden Rule and lessons from books such as Genesis into classrooms. Under the plan, it would be optional for schools to adopt the curriculum though they would receive additional funding if they did so.
Featured speaker José González, the chief technology officer for the Los Angeles County Office of Education, recently led his agency—with the help of students, parents, administrators, teachers and community organizations—in developing artificial intelligence guidelines.
Return on investment (ROI) and learn on investment (LOI)—can help leaders make informed and balanced decisions and protect initiatives that are essential for student success.