Recent tragedies prompted the first major gun safety legislation in 30 years. But it's clear that this problem can't be solved by our elected officials alone.
Implementing a clear backpack policy is better described as "security theater" than a meaningful, effective school safety strategy, according to one school safety expert.
Recent tragedies have led district leaders across the U.S. to consider better options to increase student safety in their schools. But others question if "hardening" schools will be enough to end mass shootings.
Creative skills and digital literacy are vital to empowering students to take ownership of their learning, while improving academic achievement as well as college and career readiness. In this recent District Administration webinar, education experts from Adobe discuss new research demonstrating the impact of creativity and digital skills on student learning, the real-world results of […]
Increasingly, students need to express themselves and engage in real-world, project-based learning, which requires educators to think about teaching in new ways. District leaders must also find and implement new strategies and best practices across the curriculum to better engage students and teachers. In this District Administration webinar, Ben Forta, author, educator and Senior Director […]
In the Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS), a districtwide emphasis on deeper learning is helping to better prepare students for success in college and career, while also providing “life ready” knowledge and skills. The district provides a wide variety of technologies, as well as coaching and training opportunities, to empower educators to create more authentic […]
In Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS), a new five-year strategic plan is prioritizing the development of soft skills, and fostering creativity, problem solving, collaboration, communication and artistic expression to better prepare students for the future. Find out how in this District Administration case study. By submitting your contact information you are agreeing […]
The economy is rapidly changing due to the advancement of new technologies and the rise of automation and AI. While these trends will result in certain jobs being replaced, other careers will be created, and these new career paths will require skills and knowledge that cannot be as easily replaced. District Administration conducted a survey […]
Students and teachers have been through an unprecedented and challenging time during the pandemic. Educators rose to the occasion, but some impacts continue to linger, including reduced student and teacher engagement. District Administration conducted a survey of more than 150 district leaders to learn how their schools are prioritizing creativity, creative problem solving, and digital […]
