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Becoming a more mindful school leader

By Lisa Gonzales

In a world of round-the-clock distractions, being a mindful leader is a powerful tool. Mindfulness is simply the act of being consciously aware and of focusing on the present moment in a nonjudgmental way. Research shows that mindfulness improves concentration, inspires creativity and energizes our interactions with others. Whether managing stress or achieving nirvana-like relaxation […]

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January 02, 2018

Well-designed playgrounds develop important skills that contribute to successful adult life

How does children’s play behavior on school and community playgrounds contribute to physical, social, emotional and cognitive development? Physical activity offers rich opportunities for different types of movement patterns. It helps children with balance and coordination, muscle strength and endurance, and sensory motor development. When children are engaged in social, imaginary play, they are creating […]

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December 22, 2017

K12 Outlook 2018

Many things threaten to keep a public education leader up at night. With some issues, it’s because they stir excitement and inspiration; but with others, not so much. To bring the persistent, insomnia-inducing challenges into clearer focus, the 2018 installment of DA’s annual Outlook issue gives prominence to the voices of educators and experts who […]

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December 22, 2017

Putting career aptitude assessments used in schools to the test

Twelve of Nashville’s largest high schools in November began piloting an online test that assesses ninth-graders’ job aptitudes along with their career interests. Many states, including Washington and New Jersey, have created similar career-oriented middle and high school exams that are based on interests rather than skills, says Katie Fitzgerald, senior associate of communications of […]

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December 21, 2017

New York State requires mental health education

Most states have laws mandating health education in primary and secondary schools, but New York will be the first to emphasize mental health instruction for all grades. The move follows legislation signed into law in 2016 and slated to take effect in July 2018, in time for the new school year. While teen angst has […]

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December 20, 2017

ESSA drives new approaches to K12 physical education

School districts are elevating physical education standards and expanding athletic activities beyond traditional sports to provide a more well-rounded education as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act. Instead of old favorites such as dodgeball and basketball, many districts have introduced more individually focused activities such as rock climbing, cross-training and yoga. “We are seeing […]

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December 19, 2017

School districts turn to technology to combat bullying

Nevada recently launched an online reporting system for parents and students, joining a handful of other states and districts in efforts to combat bullying. Colorado was first to create an online bullying reporting tool in 2004, five years after the Columbine shooting. Since then, Oregon, Wyoming, Utah and Michigan have passed laws mandating the creation […]

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December 14, 2017

Schools embrace nontraditional furniture

Teachers now promote physical movement almost as purposefully as they strive for mental leaps and bounds. Accordingly, some of the latest models of nontraditional furniture rolling into schools feature sit-stand desks, stackable stools with tiltable surfaces, adjustable tables and desks with bikes. Recent research shows standing burns more calories, increases heart rate, maintains healthy insulin […]

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Becoming a more mindful school leader

Travel alerts for K12

A fresh look at an old way of teaching in K12

Student Success Stories

Well-designed playgrounds develop important skills that contribute to successful adult life

K12 Outlook 2018

Putting career aptitude assessments used in schools to the test

New York State requires mental health education

ESSA drives new approaches to K12 physical education

School districts turn to technology to combat bullying

Schools embrace nontraditional furniture