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Edtech gone rogue? Tackling “Dirty Stream” attacks amidst uncontrolled app overloads

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While summer breaks may offer a pause for students and staff, they often mark a hacker activity surge. Moreover, with Androids massive user base dwarfing iOS, cybercriminals are incentivized to create malware targeting Android apps, amplifying the risk. Amidst this growing chaos, admins cannot afford to take a break.

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3 tips to combat chronic absenteeism in high schools

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Coordinating job shadowing, internships, and career exploration activities exposes students to inspiring futures worth attending school for daily. Create opportunities for students and families to provide feedback, share concerns, and actively participate in decision-making processes that affect their educational experiences.

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Beyond ‘feeling good’: A deeper approach to student mental health

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Incorporating purpose-building activities into counseling and advising–such as career and college readiness skill development, interest-based clubs, or guided goal-setting exercises. Using teletherapy services to expand access to licensed professionals in areas with shortages.

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Addressing the root causes of chronic K-12 absenteeism

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Students who miss school also miss important social interaction with their peers, access to regular meals and special services such as speech therapy or counseling. Investing in prevention activities and then using that data to direct resources toward targeted interventions that can reduce absenteeism.

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Schools, at halftime, need to put funding into play for the second half of the year

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New York, like many others, is stretching limits to get programs activated, even allowing for educators not specifically trained in special education to staff programs. New York City recently announced delays to its academic recovery program for students with special needs. Identify the highest needs.

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Big Deals: New AI Inititiaves in Phonics Instruction and College Counseling

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eSpark introduced more than 50,000 teachers to the benefits of generative AI during the 2023-2024 school year through uniquely personalized activities like Choice Texts, Choice Math, and an AI-powered writing tutor. ” A free trial of the eSpark Reading Lab is available now for all first-time signups and returning teachers. .”

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Racism is a subtle, silent enemy of STEM classrooms

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We as educators can also serve as gatekeepers to either advanced studies, special education, counseling, etc. Counseling Services Mental health professionals and counselors are vital in supporting students in their academic journey and the “whole child” development. How are we actively recruiting diverse teachers and leaders?

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