A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 20, 2024

" Leadership clarity is the light that cuts through the fog of uncertainty, guiding others toward a clear and purposeful path." During my early years as a principal, I was literally flying by the seat of my pants. No one person or program can adequately prepare you for the realities of the job, as things are coming at you from every direction. While putting out fires comes with the territory, the real work lies in developing a learning culture prioritizing relationships and student outcomes.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Data is now everywhere in our lives, informing our decisions about which new show to watch, what path to take or whether to grab an umbrella. But it’s practically absent from the way our kids learn. Our approach to teaching data science and data literacy has hardly evolved since I started my teaching career in 1995. Yet now more than ever, K-12 students need basic modern data science skills.

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MiddleWeb

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Ronald Williamson and Barbara R. Blackburn show how to balance the process of teacher evaluation (number of observations, conferences and written reports) with the importance of using the evaluation system to support teacher improvement and re-enforce effective teacher habits. The post Teacher Evaluation That Works for Everyone first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 20, 2024

College enrollment has been declining for more than a decade, and that means that many institutions are struggling to pay their bills. A growing number of them are making the difficult decision to close. In the first nine months of 2024, 28 degree-granting institutions closed, compared with 15 in all of 2023, according to an analysis of federal data provided to The Hechinger Report by the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association or SHEEO.

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Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.

Education

SplashLearn

OCTOBER 20, 2024

True or false questions for kids are a fun and simple way to test their knowledge and keep learning exciting. Whether it’s easy, hard, or educational topics like vocabulary, math, and science, these questions challenge young minds while keeping them engaged. Get ready for some brain-boosting fun! 20 Easy True or False Questions With Answers […] The post 100 True or False Questions for Kids [With Answers] first appeared on SplashLearn Blog.

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Twinkl International Publishing

OCTOBER 20, 2024

School bullying is a crucial issue in every country, also in Singapore, the role of early education as a first step in our prevention of bullying is needed to decrease the numbers of school bullying in Singapore.

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Twinkl International Publishing

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Read our blog to find out what Fibonacci Day is, as well as discovering facts and activities about the famous number sequence.

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Twinkl International Publishing

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Recent research by BookTrust has highlighted teachers' crucial role in fostering reading for pleasure amongst children.

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Twinkl International Publishing

OCTOBER 20, 2024

The latest annual survey by Girlguiding reveals the concerns and hopes of girls and young women across the UK.

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Twinkl International Publishing

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Government report into the working lives of teachers reveals increased working hours for teachers.

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Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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Twinkl International Publishing

OCTOBER 20, 2024

We ask: If you could, what would you rename the teaching assistant role?

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