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

eSchool News

My role includes oversight of programs ranging from school counseling to English learning to technology, as well as curriculum implementation, instruction and assessment programming, and alignment with federal, state, and local resources. The inundation of disjointed data hit me particularly hard.

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Most students aren’t ready for life after high school

eSchool News

Half of graduates say they lacked work-based learning experiences, and 45 percent wanted better access to career counseling. “We must rethink what it truly means to prepare students, not just academically, but practically, for a world that values skills, purpose, and adaptability.” “This report gives us a roadmap.

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Is Online Schooling a Good Fit for Teens?

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Skills that are essential in college and the workforce. Traditional schools offer constant interaction with peers, which helps students build communication skills, form friendships, and learn to navigate group dynamics. Virtual schooling encourages students to take ownership of their education.

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ProEd Global School: Empowering Young Minds Through Inclusive Global Education and Future-Ready Learning

k12 Digest

Programs like ASDAN, BTEC, and the Duke of Edinburgh International Award give students additional pathways to develop leadership, problem-solving, and real-world skills. A key part of this approach is the ASDAN curriculum, which is designed to develop practical skills, social integration, and emotional intelligence.

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

eSchool News

Incorporating purpose-building activities into counseling and advising–such as career and college readiness skill development, interest-based clubs, or guided goal-setting exercises. Virtual platforms can connect students to certified specialists, offering consistent care regardless of location.

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

eSchool News

When he graduates in June, Brito will have completed several diploma pathways, including ones aimed at preparing for college and building career skills. She gravitated toward psychology and now plans to get a master’s in counseling and become a mental health worker. But his experience isn’t necessarily typical.

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Students’ AI Chats Reveal Their Largest Stressors

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What we’re trying to do is deliver skill-building in an interactive way that helps them navigate daily challenges,” says Elsa Friis, a licensed psychologist and head of product and clinical at Alongside, a company with a proprietary AI chatbot app.