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What Schools Miss When They’re Missing Relationship Data

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The analysis also yielded a new species of school-level data, charting the degree of economic connectedness within individual high schools and colleges across the country. Of course, limited time, financial resources, and network science expertise in schools may hamper adoption of these kinds of tools.

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Why Building a Diverse Workforce Requires Computer Science Mandates in Schools

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In 2015, fewer than 10 girls of any race took the AP Computer Science exam in ten states, and not a single African-American student took the exam in nine states, including Mississippi, where 50 percent of high school graduates are African-American. There is little incentive for schools and districts to include technology courses.

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The Secret to Being a Better Teacher? Find Your Tribe

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Breaking Out of My Rut In 2014, when I started teaching English Language Arts at McClarin Success Academy, an alternative high school, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Eight years into my career, I was frustrated and welcomed any change. I hoped I’d find a home at this school for kids who hadn’t found success anywhere else.

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3 LMS adoptions that go way beyond the basics

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My daughter had five logins during her final year of high school,” said John Howitt, superintendent. On a mission to “reduce the number of places people have to go for information,” he said the board has been working to consolidate its learning management systems.

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Getting the Most from Your K-12 Office 365 Implementation

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For schools and districts interested in implementing Office 365, we’ve already released a guide on implementation from a change management and educator perspective. Here are four important considerations when you start implementing Office 365 at your school or district.

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How to Get the Most from Your G Suite for Education Implementation

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For schools and districts interested in implementing G Suite for Education, we’ve already released a guide on implementation from a change management and educator perspective. If you manage your OUs accurately, less work now can also mean less work later. educators versus students, high school versus elementary school).

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Why a High-Achieving District Keeps Tinkering With a School Model That Already Works

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The 2018 Niche.com rankings listed our district as one of the top 15 “Best School Districts in America” for the fourth year in a row. Four of our seven elementary schools are ranked in the top 20 schools in Pennsylvania, and our high school forensics team is recognized as one of the best teams in the nation.