Virtual reality, artificial intelligence, machine learning and other emerging technologies will so greatly transform business that an estimated 85 percent of the jobs needed by 2030 have not been created, according to a recent report. That uncertainty affects current students who will join the workforce in the next decade.
Student bus badging—in which students swipe ID badges while getting on and off school buses—is helping districts better manage security and track ridership, say administrators who have adopted the tool.
Educators look on the bright side (and the not-so-bright side) to predict where public schools will make the most progress and where they will fall short in 2019.
Follett acquired NextTier Education, a cloud-based software program that provides counselors, students and parents with guidance, information and insight to help students achieve their postsecondary goals. Earlier this year, Follett entered into an exclusive channel partnership with the company to sell its college and career readiness solution. Follett announced it has acquired NextTier Education, a […]
A new tool now makes it possible to check student progress toward college and career readiness benchmarks on both the ACT and the SAT exams. As early as sixth grade, educators can determine which students are on track for benchmarks and who may need additional support.
The Texas State Board of Education has approved ThinkCERCA’s core curriculum for English language arts and reading for grades 6-8. It is designed to support Texas districts and schools in meeting 100 percent of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills and English Language Proficiency Standards. ThinkCERCA, a recognized industry leader in student reading and writing […]
Faced with budget challenges, shrinking municipal and state support, and intense public scrutiny, public schools may find allies in organizations that have traditionally supported charter schools and private providers. Now, foundations are questioning their investment in charters and turning their attention to public school systems that are committed to innovation, equity and success for all […]
The Every Student Succeeds Act provides states and districts with increased autonomy to create accountability systems and improvement plans. In light of the opportunities created by ESSA, how can administrators use new test scores to engage stakeholders in the planning and improvement process? What broader measures of student success are districts using to determine school […]
Many districts have bus fleets that are over 10 years old. Why is this a growing problem? Many school districts are having overall budgeting challenges and it’s difficult to come up with a large amount of capital for fleet replacements, which can range from $85,000 to $150,000 for a single bus. As a result, replacements […]
