eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2025

Here are four strategies that I’ve found helpful when instructing students in the art of disagreement: 1. Classroom debate: Use the art of debate to help students flex their thinking. So, how do we navigate disagreement in a way that builds trust and works toward the success of our classrooms and schools?

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eSchool News

JULY 7, 2025

That’s just one example among many that illustrates the success we’ve had already at establishing a culture where data is prized. We adjusted our resources, and this year, 96 percent of K-5 students met typical growth in English language arts. We look at it. We do something with it at all levels of our organization.

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2025

Explore and experiment in the hands-on Fiesta Studio–part creator space, part art lab. AI Trust You- Building a Culture of Trust and Learning with AI : Discover how LBUSD empowers educators through thoughtful AI integration. When I returned to the classroom, I faced those same questions.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

Furthermore, by refining our pedagogical practices, we can foster a more robust society with confident, culturally competent, and self-aware leaders of tomorrow. The post The Art of Collaboration: Designing Assignments That Work appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning. Final Reflections Former U.S.

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2025

Standardized testing became ubiquitous and often crowded out the arts, physical education, and even recess in under-resourced schools. From curriculum wars to book bans to ideological disputes over critical race theory, schools became a cultural battlefield, thereby losing the original vision of education as a humanistic enterprise.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 30, 2025

Eric Francis Manu is a world-renowned authority in international diplomacy, protocol, and cross-cultural intelligence, trusted by royalty, dignitaries, celebrities, and C-suite leaders across the globe. And more specifically, what does it mean for those who shape nations, command boardrooms, or represent culture on the world stage?

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k12 Digest

JUNE 30, 2025

Eric Francis Manu is a world-renowned authority in international diplomacy, protocol, and cross-cultural intelligence, trusted by royalty, dignitaries, celebrities, and C-suite leaders across the globe. And more specifically, what does it mean for those who shape nations, command boardrooms, or represent culture on the world stage?

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

broadened my worldview and helped me internalize the importance of cultural relevance and adaptability in educational reform—what works in one context must be thoughtfully localized in another. At the same time, I’ve prioritized integrating SEL as a core part of classroom culture—beyond isolated lessons.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

Explore and experiment in the hands-on Fiesta Studio–part creator space, part art lab. AI Trust You- Building a Culture of Trust and Learning with AI : Discover how LBUSD empowers educators through thoughtful AI integration. When I returned to the classroom, I faced those same questions.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Alongside the Prefect system, Elmwoods student-led councils offer focused leadership experiences in areas like academics, arts, athletics, and service. Elmwood encourages students to create and lead clubs that reflect their passionswhether thats robotics, creative writing, or cultural heritage. But its not all theory.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 22, 2025

Nurture creativity with the arts 7. Find ways to connect it to your family’s culture, traditions, and everyday life. Introduce social studies experiences According to the C3 Framework , a strong curriculum should include civics, economics, geography, and history, with plenty of space for diverse cultures and perspectives.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 24, 2025

Beyond academics, ProEd Global School fosters a culture of empathy and kindness. Respect for different cultures, perspectives, and abilities is woven into daily interactions, creating an environment where students learn not just with each other, but from each other. Our core values?

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Edsurge

MAY 27, 2025

Edgar Miguel Grajeda, an elementary art teacher in Washington, D.C., Reimagining Curriculum to Foster Engagement and Identity Over the years, fellows have noted how hard it has become to not only create engaging curriculum for students but also find ways to foster community and identity development in the classroom.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

broadened my worldview and helped me internalize the importance of cultural relevance and adaptability in educational reform—what works in one context must be thoughtfully localized in another. At the same time, I’ve prioritized integrating SEL as a core part of classroom culture—beyond isolated lessons.

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eSchool News

JUNE 30, 2025

The company recently completed a major evidence study across 242 sites and 25,000 students, showing significant improvements in English language arts, reduced disciplinary issues, better school culture, and 2.5 fewer absent days per student.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Key focus areas include developing a philosophical AI framework that guides decision-making, establishing governance structures, fostering a culture of experimentation and innovation, and implementing policies that ensure transparency, accountability, and inclusivity. Department of Commerce’s District Export Council for Maine.

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2025

Developed by Urban Arts in collaboration with Minecraft Education , the program offers middle school teachers professional development, ongoing coaching and a 72-session curriculum built around game-based instruction. According to Amy Patterson, Chief Program Officer at Urban Arts, “We’re not just teaching video games.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

At Khan World School, a partnership between ASU Prep and Khan Academy, students have shown learning growth as high as 2 to 5 times national norms in math, reading, and language arts. Or is it relying heavily on the support structures, relationships, and cultural norms students bring from outside, especially from their families?

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Need to Know Series Exploring Ancient Wonders and Key Topics in Civics The popular social studies series, Need to Know, features dynamic explorations of ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt for middle school students, highlighting geography, culture, and the lasting relevance of ancient civilizations in shaping the modern world.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Key focus areas include developing a philosophical AI framework that guides decision-making, establishing governance structures, fostering a culture of experimentation and innovation, and implementing policies that ensure transparency, accountability, and inclusivity. Department of Commerce’s District Export Council for Maine.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

That means wealthier neighborhoods get better schools—often with state-of-the-art facilities, robust extracurriculars, and college prep courses—while nearby communities may struggle with crumbling infrastructure and underpaid staff (Owens-Young 2023). Here’s the thing: public school funding in the U.S. depends heavily on local property taxes.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

That means wealthier neighborhoods get better schools—often with state-of-the-art facilities, robust extracurriculars, and college prep courses—while nearby communities may struggle with crumbling infrastructure and underpaid staff (Owens-Young 2023). Here’s the thing: public school funding in the U.S. depends heavily on local property taxes.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 27, 2025

After two years, our program has shown promising results, with preliminary pre- and post-survey data indicating growth in leadership, cultural, and academic capital, as well as STEM professional identity. Many students credit these interactions with boosting their confidence, leadership skills, and sense of belonging within the program.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 13, 2025

Spanish Bulletin Board – Frida Kahlo art and culture lesson By Mister Senor Grades: 3rd-12th Illuminate Hispanic culture and art with this colorful, creative bulletin board about Frida Kahlo. We’re a Work of Art : Give students printouts of easels to create drawings of themselves.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 1, 2025

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, University of Iowa, 2024, [link]. Pedagogy: Critical Approaches to Teaching Literature, Language, Composition, and Culture 9, no. West Virginia University Press, 2020. Gannon, Kevin. Some Thoughts on Moving into Labor-Based Grading Contracts. Inoue, Asoa. University Press of Colorado, 2022.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 25, 2025

Let art inspire your class Curate a culture of creativity when you highlight many aspects of the art world in your classroom decor. Dual Language Classroom Labels – Free Bilingual Classroom Labels By Biliteracy Now Grades: 1st-5th These color-coded classroom labels are perfect for any bilingual or dual language classroom!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Global Perspectives on Education Education’s landscape varies dramatically across the globe, reflecting diverse cultural, economic, and political contexts. Countries increasingly adopt international benchmarks, pushing for standardized curricula that often prioritize STEM over the arts.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Creating an empowering learning environment starts with a school culture built on structure, consistency, and emotional support. AEF fosters a culture of mentorship, pairing new teachers with experienced educators who provide guidance and support. But learning doesnt stop with formal training.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 12, 2025

Learning about other communities through the eyes of their peers can build cultural awareness, foster empathy, and show students just how diverse our world really is! Here are some suggestions: food drives, pet food collections, park cleanups, shoe donations for WaterStep, public art projects, etc. are all ways to contribute.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 7, 2025

Maintain a steady stash of supplies Anyone who’s taught language arts (or any class, really) has heard “I forgot my pencil” more times than they can count. For students who are testing below grade level, incorporate the CCSS for language arts that are closer to their actual abilities.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 18, 2025

Math Visuals & Wall Art : QR-coded concept posters and visuals like the Fibonacci golden spiral help students learn independently and visually, which is especially helpful for spatial and neurodiverse learners. They also make art come alive for a more energetic room.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 25, 2025

It even helps students connect to their cultural roots in meaningful ways. Pair music with art to take those emotional responses to the next level. But don’t hit pause there: Music and movement are key players in a child’s development. The University of Maryland reports that music boosts social, emotional, cognitive, and motor skills.

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Cal Matters

JUNE 25, 2025

Bringing back campus life Reestablishing campus culture and student life might seem like a lower priority than boosting academic performance in the wake of the pandemic, but university leaders say they’re intertwined. Students welcomed low-key gatherings such as video nights or arts-and-crafts sessions.

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eSchool News

JULY 16, 2025

Now celebrating its 150th anniversary, it is a stunningly restored National Historic Landmark that shares the legacy of Indiana’s only President and First Lady with tens of thousands of people annually through guided tours, educational programs, special events and cultural programs. Find out more at PresidentBenjaminHarrison.org.

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From the Pond

JUNE 18, 2025

My Gumball Machine Craft & Writing Pack is the perfect mix of hands-on art, meaningful literacy, and classroom community building—all in one sweet, low-prep activity. Looking for a fun, flexible way to kick off the school year with color, creativity, and connection? This gumball machine project does just that.

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eSchool News

JUNE 30, 2025

In February, the Washington Post reported that NSF staff were told to comb through active research grants for keywords like “cultural relevance,” “diverse backgrounds” and “women” to see if they violated Trump’s executive orders. It’s still unclear exactly how the Trump administration determined which grants to terminate.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 16, 2025

You can also celebrate this important month by showcasing Hispanic history, culture, and the Spanish language in your curriculum, no matter what class you teach. Decorate your classroom with Hispanic heritage arts and crafts Present students with notable Hispanic historical figures in creative, hands-on ways.

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