Hands-on arts projects are increasingly being integrated into STEAM classrooms and curricula through collaborative learning spaces, makerspaces, robotics, multidisciplinary projects and virtual learning opportunities.

Encourage teachers to connect with instructional technology teams, participate in seminars and create PLCs.

Using technology to personalize learning for inpatient and day hospital program students is important to maintain engagement and connection, says DA guest columnist Emily Hersh, superintendent of Mount Pleasant Blythedale Union Free School District in New York.

Starting the 2020-21 school year early and lengthening the calendar into next summer may be the best way to provide equity for students and narrow achievement gaps that have widened during coronavirus closures.