eSchool News

OCTOBER 26, 2022

. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) announces the winners of its 2022-2023 Leadership Awards. The awards program honored 17 individuals for their extraordinary education advocacy and leadership. The 2022-2023 honorees are: ALAS Awards. ALAS 2022 Trailblazer Award – U.S.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 9, 2024

One out of 10 Black students in the eighth grade math scores were scoring basic or above,” saidKristen Hengtgen, a senior policy analyst at the nonprofit advocacy group EdTrust, referring to last year’s National Assessment of Educational Progress, known as the Nation’s Report Card. Just 22 percent of low-income students took advanced math.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 8, 2023

It also raises new questions about what makes for good evidence in math education and pits well-designed quantitative studies of achievement gains against qualitative studies of people’s attitudes about math and why more women and people of color don’t enter STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) fields.

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Edsurge

MAY 20, 2024

But just before the pandemic, she says she was approached by FreedomWorks, an advocacy group funded by the Koch brothers, big political donors, and associated with the “tea party” movement in favor of libertarian ideas. She had also worked in public schools before launching Mysa.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Read about the three 2023 winners here. Under Mr. Hatcher’s guidance, Akron Public Schools partnered with Edmentum to integrate cutting-edge learning technologies, harnessing their full potential to enhance learning outcomes. Listed here in alphabetical order by school/district name are 10 of the awards program finalists.

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eSchool News

MARCH 29, 2024

Additionally, fewer than 10 percent of all adults in need of literacy support are currently receiving education services, according to a 2023 report by the Adult Literacy and Learning Impact Network of which NCFL is a member. Research shows that about 43 million Americans—nearly one in five adults—read below a third grade reading level.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Read about the three 2023 winners here. Savvas is proud to call out Johnston County Public Schools as an outstanding example of K-12 success using enVision — a true “K-12 Hero” using its innovative education technology. Listed here in alphabetical order by school/district name are 10 of the awards program finalists.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 12, 2022

This week, the Aspen Institute announced its 2022 Ascend fellows, a cohort of 22 individuals hailing from a range of disciplines including medicine, research, entrepreneurship, government and policy, and nonprofit leadership and advocacy.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 3, 2018

Meanwhile, the schools that shared their ideas focused on student-centered learning and models that honor the differences in students and “think about personalized learning beyond just technology.” It wants to create a movement of “equity designers” through youth programs, leadership development and educational advocacy tools.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

It aims to empower students to be not just consumers but creators of technology, with a deep understanding of its impact on society. Highlights related to access and participation: • 2023 is the year of the largest growth in the percentage of high schools offering foundational computer science since 2018. Across 35 states, 5.8%

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 15, 2024

Through the local advocacy of several organizations, the community will have nine Spanish-speaking providers by this summer — including Aguilera. Next was a 10-week business class in 2023, followed by courses on parenting and safety that were provided in English with a Spanish interpreter. I’m looking for another opportunity.’”

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

until May 2023. Technology can be an asset here, particularly because time is a valuable commodity for teachers. Technology can enable an entire class to share input on a central question or theme efficiently and in real time. How do we begin to make progress toward reversing these disturbing mental health trends?

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 18, 2022

During the edLeader Panel, “ Leading Learning in the 2022-2023 School Year: Ready, Set, Go ,” superintendents discussed how they’re preparing for the upcoming year, the main challenges they’re facing, and what they’re doing to move their staff and students forward with optimism and excitement. Join the Community.

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Edsurge

MAY 24, 2023

The state partnered with Asian Americans Advancing Justice Chicago (AAAJ Chicago) — a local advocacy organization focused on advancing civil rights and racial equity, which advocated for the passage of the TEAACH Act — to support implementation.

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edWeb.net

JUNE 16, 2023

CCISD has been striving to bring its vision of digital equity to life through a broad approach to meet all student needs, including devices, curriculum integration, and processes and systems to access and effectively use technology easily. To date, it has been successful.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Next, once the mission is clear, leaders should work with the tech team and teachers to ensure that the technology will meet those goals. Everyone in the community regardless of if they have a child in the school should understand how funding the technology has improved student learning.

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 29, 2024

According to CoSN’s 2023 State of EdTech Leadership Survey , since 2018, cybersecurity has remained the number-one concern for EdTech leaders and is one of the most sought-after topics for professional learning. CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 7, 2023

Louis area home on June 10, 2023. Her sixth grader soon was at risk of being unable to move up to seventh grade in fall 2023. “I Failure to do so risked “further disciplinary action” that could result in “virtual learning for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year.” Louis area home on June 10, 2023. Crawford said.

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Edsurge

APRIL 8, 2024

But the funds ran out in September 2023. Her advocacy has started to take on a larger role in her life: She recently accepted a position as the executive director for the West Virginia Women’s Alliance. Across the country, ARPA stabilization dollars went to more than 220,000 child care programs, affecting 9.6

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eSchool News

AUGUST 16, 2023

School and district leaders will be actively seeking innovative approaches, leveraging data, and collaborating with advocacy organizations and policymakers to bring about meaningful changes in how we educate English Language Learners. They need to learn what types of questions to ask and to see how mathematics can be useful.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 3, 2024

In fact, Pennsylvania has quietly become the “cyber charter capital of the nation” according to a report from the education advocacy group Children First PA. Nearly 60,000 students statewide were enrolled full time in cyber charters in 2023-24, according data from the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

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eSchool News

JUNE 21, 2023

Dr. Belinda Anderson, Principal, Chester County Junior High School, praised Darlene’s advocacy, stating, “School Counselor Darlene Goff’s unwavering dedication and innovative approach have revolutionized the educational experience at Chester County Junior High School.

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Iterating Toward Openness

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

If a meaningful portion of the OER community continues its insistence that educational materials be zero-cost, and continues advocating for institution-wide, system-wide, or state-wide zero-cost policies, that zero-cost advocacy will exclude students from having access to the most powerful educational technology since the creation of the internet.

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edWeb.net

MARCH 5, 2021

In the edWebinar, “Strategic Technology Planning and Investment: Priorities, Cost and Impacts in Today’s Learning Environments,” sponsored by ClassLink and co-hosted by CoSN and AASA , three superintendents shared how they turn their stakeholders into advocates for a sustainable technology system in their districts.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) today announced the launch of the ALAS Sister Schools Program, a year-long partnership in which teams of students from schools in the continental US and Puerto Rico collaborate on projects focusing on science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM).

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edWeb.net

APRIL 23, 2020

During ClassLink and CoSN’s edWebinar, “ Accessibility for All: Creating an Equitable Learning Ecosystem, ” the presenters discussed the lessons they’ve learned, especially regarding technology as an instrument for accessibility. Highlights. All software—and hardware—should be vetted by a team of faculty and IT staff.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 14, 2022

Ramos knew there were many kids like her, eager to keep up with school but lacking the technology to do so. It’s just been exacerbated by the pandemic,” said Rebeca Shackleford, the director of federal government relations at All4Ed, an education advocacy nonprofit. To her, it was “heartbreaking.”. The homework gap isn’t new.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 31, 2023

Our Library 2.023 mini-conference, " Mental Health and Wellness: Library Workers Thriving in Uncertain Times ," is this coming Tuesday, April 4th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. We have 4,600 people already registered for the conference, and the schedule is below. It's a great set of presentations! Bayog (student)1, Jewel Ann D.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 27, 2023

Our Library 2.023 mini-conference, " Mental Health and Wellness: Library Workers Thriving in Uncertain Times ," is just one week away and will be held online (and for free) next Tuesday, April 4th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. President of the American Library Association 2018-2019. Bayog (student)1, Jewel Ann D.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 15, 2023

Our Library 2.023 mini-conference, " Mental Health and Wellness: Library Workers Thriving in Uncertain Times ," will be held online (and for free) on Tuesday, April 4th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. We hit 3,000 registrations this week, so we're anticipating a great event!

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

MARCH 22, 2023

Our Library 2.023 mini-conference, " Mental Health and Wellness: Library Workers Thriving in Uncertain Times ," will be held online (and for free) on Tuesday, April 4th, 2023, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm US-Pacific Time. We have finalized the 18 concurrent presentations for the conference, and they are listed below. Bayog (student)1, Jewel Ann D.

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eSchool News

JUNE 5, 2024

3 Advocacy groups, backed by dyslexia authorities at universities, have pushed for dyslexia legislation across the country with these outcomes: 4 40 states now mandate dyslexia screening, and more than 30 list approved screeners that schools must use. and other countries for its autonomous AI technology. Nov 20, 2023).

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 22, 2019

Presenters of the edWebinar, “ Cloud Computing: Taking Advantage of the Latest Technologies,” which is part of the Empowered Superintendents edWebinar series, shared their reasons for switching to the cloud, how it has helped their schools, and their advice when making the transition. About the Host.

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Edsurge

MARCH 5, 2024

Without the historic level of operational funding that was distributed monthly to child care programs across the United States through September 2023, many providers are experiencing staff departures and shouldering rising costs, leading many to increase tuition for families and some to close classrooms — or worse, close their doors entirely.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 24, 2023

And so it begins… I am on sabbatical in Spring 2023, unpacking deeper learning in elementary and middle schools. EL , Design39 , or EPiC ), most of the schools that are featured in deeper learning research, advocacy, and publicity conversations often are at the secondary level (e.g., However, with some exceptions (e.g.,

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JULY 12, 2022

Lambert also serves on the Our Children Our Families Council and the City’s Committee on Information Technology. In April 2021, members voted Lessa 2022-2023 President of the American Library Association. He was born in Seoul, Korea, and is the first Asian American to lead the San Francisco Public Library. million items.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JULY 7, 2022

Lambert also serves on the Our Children Our Families Council and the City’s Committee on Information Technology. In April 2021, members voted Lessa 2022-2023 President of the American Library Association. He was born in Seoul, Korea, and is the first Asian American to lead the San Francisco Public Library. million items.

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