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How our district turned a sea of data into a compass for change

eSchool News

We would go to one platform to look at their reading data, another for their behavior data, and yet another for math. Before Bullitt County Public Schools implemented a comprehensive data system, we often found ourselves looking at multiple different data sources for each individual child.

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Many states picked diploma pathways over high school exit exams. Did students benefit?

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Asian and white students are much more likely to complete one of the math and English pathways, considered the college-prep route, while Native students, English learners, and students with disabilities are more likely to have no graduation pathway. Lawmakers passed it unanimously. We learned that’s not true,”Tilley said.)

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

eSchool News

The latest NAEP scores show declines in reading and math among fourth and eighth graders. Incorporating purpose-building activities into counseling and advising–such as career and college readiness skill development, interest-based clubs, or guided goal-setting exercises.

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A new kind of high school diploma trades chemistry for carpentry

eSchool News

Starting this fall, Alabama high school students can choose to take these classes–or any other state-approved career and technical education courses–in place of upper level math and science, such as Algebra 2 or chemistry. The state is now calling that track the Option A diploma.

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33 Original Bulletin Board Ideas + Classroom Decorations

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Math Talk Bulletin Board Bundle By Hanging with Mrs Hulsey Grades: 2nd-6th This math board set works great for math talks, math centers, teaching problem-solving steps, or displaying student growth. These reminders will help students remember those invisible 1’s in math.

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Simple & Standout Back-to-School Bulletin Board Ideas

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Whether students step into the classroom or hang out in the counseling office, it’s the perfect time to spark motivation and help them set meaningful goals. These bulletin board ideas are just what you need to level up your space in a counseling office, library nook, or calming corner. They should grow with your students.

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Elmwood School: Where Girls Rise with Confidence, Curiosity and Global Vision

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They learn that math isnt just numbersits problem-solving. On-site counselling is always available, and the schools ties to community mental health organizations ensure no student falls through the cracks. The IBs interdisciplinary structure plays a key role. That literature isnt just storiesits about empathy.

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