School districts apply different approaches to professional development and support educators to encourage excellence and retention, says Carol Patton, DA HR Matters columnist.
The HSEL's new partnership with charity Varsity Esports Foundation will help serve a larger pool of under-resourced K-12 students, hit future financial goals, and enhance the learning environment for children interested in STEM programs and esports.
When asked about his title at Knollwood Middle School, Chris Aviles humbly responds: "Teacher." There’s no denying it. It’s even there on his LinkedIn profile. But, after a bit of prying, Aviles says "21st Century Skills, Technology, and Innovation Coordinator." Yet, he is so much more. To a select group of students in the […]
Many parents are rightly concerned about the possibility that their children may one day abuse alcohol. A parent can be proactive by getting involved in alcohol abuse prevention efforts at their child's school, says guest columnist C. Kevin Synnott, a professor at Eastern Connecticut State University.
Cyberattacks on school districts seeking financial compensation in exchange for unlocking infected computer networks have increased dramatically in 2019.
An increasing number of district leaders are creating highly detailed graduate profiles to ensure students have the soft skills they need to succeed after high school.
Dress codes in Washington, D.C., public schools continue to disproportionately impact black girls, according one report. Elsewhere, districts are removing references to gender in dress codes and allowing students more leeway over what they wear to class.
Young people from low-income families face yet another developmental gap. Researchers have found that, as with technology, wealthier students have greater access to organized youth sports than do less affluent children.
Desert Sands USD Superintendent Scott Bailey draws on acting chops and farming background to drive district success. One of his guiding philosophies is to find ways to make his district stand out.
Educational equity encompasses various concepts and broad themes. It is helpful to view these themes through a focused lens of why, how and what. While all three questions are important, understanding why there is a need to reach each learner is at the core of the work.
