eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Active learning with technology involves the use of edtech tools and digital resources to discover, analyze, and apply learning. Passive learning doesn’t help students develop future-ready skills, like critical thinking or creativity, in the same way active learning does.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

NAPERVILLE, Illinois and BARBERTON, Ohio (PRNewswire-PRWeb) — Metrasens , a leading provider of advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, is pleased to announce its partnership with Barberton High School (BHS), the primary high school within the Barberton City School District.

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eSchool News

JUNE 7, 2023

Key points: Every moment is critical during a school emergency, and having the right tools is a must An emergency response app helped one school leader receive and deploy clear communication I was in a meeting when I heard the sirens. We received approval from the district to install and pilot the software.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

These detailed reviews allow school districts to easily compare instructional materials and choose the best in order to deliver a robust educational program for students. It is the perfect complement to the four other titles we have developed for Texas high school science programs (including AP and IB).

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Edsurge

AUGUST 14, 2024

Of the nearly 10,000 students enrolled at Brookdale Community College in central New Jersey, about 17 percent are still in high school. Some of them travel to the campus during the school day to take courses in introductory English, history, psychology and sociology.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 24, 2023

BEAVERTON, Oregon — Adding to its robust data-collection offerings, Vernier Science Education has launched two new sensors for high school and college-level environmental science.

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Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2025

Career and Technical Education (CTE) has played a major role in preparing students for success beyond high school, whether that means higher education, industry certifications or entering the workforce directly. Middle school is a pivotal time when students begin forming their academic and career identities.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2025

The Edge , an innovative, research-based social-emotional and life skills curriculum,creates a dynamic and effective learningenvironment where middle and high school students can build the social-emotional and life-readiness skills needed to succeed in school, relationships, and life.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

With school back, let’s talk about the most efficient ways to study. With increasing coursework and extracurricular activities, a structured approach to studying helps manage time effectively, reduces stress, and boosts learning outcomes.

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eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2025

This year, I judged the middle school career research event, which allows students to explore careers of interest by completing a career interest survey, researching a field, and presenting key details such as education requirements, job outlook, salary, and what a typical workday looks like. What problems are students interested in solving?

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eSchool News

MAY 23, 2025

On a recent Thursday morning, Michael Taubman asked his class of seniors at North Star Academys Washington Park High School: What do you think AIs role should be in your future career? What are you using AI for in your school/classroom? Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. newsletters.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

High schoolers write a lot every school day. From quick bell-ringers to argumentative ideas, these writing prompts for high schoolers will inspire everyone in your class, from the secret storytellers to the audacious authors. Would you prefer a late start to your school day or an early release? What about 3 hours?

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eSchool News

MAY 27, 2025

graduate with a high school diploma compared to 86 percent of their non-autistic peers, and that gap speaks for itself, but we have the tools to close it. Throughout my career as a behavior therapist, classroom teacher, and Head of School, Ive worked closely with students on the spectrum and their families.

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eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

As AI becomes more widespread in education, more than half of high school students (56 percent) polled think it can go a long way in reducing math anxiety, a new global survey shows. What are you using AI for in your school/classroom? See the full list of schools with winning teams.

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 13, 2020

I teach AP Psychology, blended and traditional, at a high school in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Initially, some people at my school expressed concern about whether an AP- level course was the most appropriate choice for a blended learning pilot because of the sheer amount of content to be covered in a year.

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eSchool News

MAY 8, 2025

Minnesota, Florida, and North Carolina are rolling back high school math or English requirements. Florida is actively looking at removing graduation requirements which include passing a 10th grade English Language Arts assessment and a statewide algebra test. Now, they have proposed eliminating an Algebra II requirement.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Incorporate hands-on activities and experiments Hands-on activities let students engage directly with STEM concepts, making learning tangible and memorable. For math, measurement and geometry activities like building models or plotting data can turn abstract numbers into something students can visualize and manipulate.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2023

Brainly’s Back-to-School survey highlights a growing trend–66.5 percent of students in grades 6-12 actively seek external support for their homework and study needs. Brainly’s Back-to-School survey highlights a growing trend–66.5 Where are students going for help? To their AI tools.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

In this post, Sarah Dunn , a high school math teacher, shares her favorite technology tools and online activities. First, it is essential to remember that it isn’t necessary for technology to be the focus of the entire activity. “It’s too hard for the students.” Desmos has been a great resource in my class.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Key points: What priorities will be a focal point in the new school year? Vrain Valley School District, we will continue to provide our teachers with ample opportunities to collaborate, discuss, and share resources and strategies to enhance their understanding of AI and the potential benefits of AI tools. . This year at St.

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eSchool News

MARCH 29, 2025

Florida Virtual School (FLVS) is partnering with the University of Florida (UF) and the Concord Consortium to introduce a groundbreaking year-long Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Math supplemental certification for FLVS middle and high school students enrolled in the schools Flex option. ORLANDO, Fla.

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2025

A recent Google blog post outlines how four different school districts are leveraging Google AI tools, like Gemini and NotebookLM, for innovative teaching and learning. Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is using NotebookLM and Gemini for curriculum review and district guidance. What are you using AI for in your school/classroom?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

Lunch hours are spent hunched over smartphones, and after-school time means less sports and more Snapchat. At Spokane Public Schools (SPS), educators and administrators are reversing the side effects of social media by re-connecting with students through school-based extracurricular activities.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Even if a student doesn’t select a career in STEM, the soft skills they will learn at a STEM-focused school (critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving and more) will serve them well in whatever they choose to do in life. We are a STEM-based charter school network serving more than 3,900 students in grades K-12 at seven different campuses.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 17, 2020

Even though they are not going to school, I want them to continue learning. It also isn’t clear to me how much work their teachers will assign during this school closure. As teachers, we are uniquely equipped to teach our children during school closures. I did not think my children would welcome a “schedule.”

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

On its face, the cell phone policy at Forest Hills High School seems clear: Phones cannot be used in school and must be turned off during the day, unless a teacher allows them as part of a lesson. Storage of phones can be expensive, at a time when schools are seeing budget cuts. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Our schools must not only impart knowledge to our students but also equip them with the creativity, empathy, and curiosity required to walk into an unpredictable, yet promising, future with unwavering confidence. By fostering a positive school culture, we create an environment where students and staff feel valued and motivated.

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eSchool News

JULY 4, 2022

I’ve come a long way in my journey from a skeptic with a critical view of esports in schools to a fierce advocate. I teach an elementary STEM class called iCreate in South Haven Public Schools. I teach an elementary STEM class called iCreate in South Haven Public Schools. Our economy is driven by tourism and agriculture.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 18, 2021

It is well documented that extracurricular activities boost academic success. In recent years, schools have tried to broaden the traditional extracurricular definition to appeal to a more diverse, and often disengaged, group of students who are at-risk of dropping out of high school. Esports just might be the natural fit.

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 20, 2020

I am a digital teacher leader at my school. When I design my station rotation lessons, I include a kinesthetic station that requires the students to work with their hands and utilize tools to actively engage with math concepts. They enjoyed being out of the classroom and the scavenger hunt design piqued their interest in the activity.

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eSchool News

MAY 1, 2023

The district reports 70 screens are live today with Carousel digital signage content coming from multiple contributors per school, with approximately 150 screens expected upon completion. The district has adopted a “one school at a time” rollout strategy that helps its technology specialists effectively train staff before using the system.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

Here’s what educators have to say about the 2023-2024 school year: Improving engagement and test scores with phenomena-based curricula April Pence, Edison High School Last year was my first time using phenomena-based units aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in chemistry.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2022

As a school administrator, you’re faced with a range of challenges every day. It’s no wonder, then, that establishing methods to prioritize teacher well-being can help your school retain talent. Related : Teacher burnout remains educators’ top concern 5 ways to support educator well-being this school year. Providing Resources.

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eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2024

Even mainstream media has picked up on the trend and called it the fastest-growing segment of schooling. But broadly speaking, this parent-power movement is creating a flourish of different schooling arrangements as parents want to ensure their children make progress in their development. My read is slightly different.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 4, 2020

The Teaching for Black Lives website published a resource titled Materials from Teaching for Black Lives/Rethinking Schools for Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action. The resources are organized by: Early childhood/elementary Middle school/high school Black Lives Matter 13 Guiding Principles.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Chicago Public Schools is monitoring students’ social media posts for signs they might engage in violence on campus or harm themselves so that school staff — and in some cases police — can intervene. Chicago Public Schools piloted a similar social media monitoring program in the mid-2010s. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Our school is a five-year program that works to create first-generation college students. North Carolina is a leading state in the number of “early colleges,” which allow students to earn a college degree with their high school diploma. This is a great resource for civics teachers to utilize in the classroom.

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