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Discovery Education Acquires Mystery Science

eSchool News

K&L Gates LLP served as counsel to Discovery Education in connection with the transaction, and Fenwick & West LLP served as counsel to Mystery Science. “We’re incredibly excited by the opportunity to reach even more children in classrooms with Discovery Education.”. Mystery Science is Discovery Education’s latest acquisition.

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

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On-site counselling is always available, and the schools ties to community mental health organizations ensure no student falls through the cracks. Its about building understanding through firsthand experiences, not just textbooks. Theyre taught how to handle stress, build strong relationships, and seek help when needed.

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?Major Textbook Publishers Sue Follett Over Counterfeit Sales

Edsurge

Three of the country’s largest publishers, Pearson Education, McGraw-Hill Education and Cengage Learning, are suing Follett Corporation, a major textbook distributor, on charges of selling counterfeit textbooks in its stores. Follett, the publishers’ largest textbook purchaser, declined to comment when contacted by EdSurge on Thursday.

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Results of the 2016 National Digital Curriculum Strategy Survey

eSchool News

The Learning Counsel released the results of its third annual Survey of school and district digital curriculum strategy and transformation, sponsored by Ruckus Wireless. The Learning Counsel Community would also like to thank SoftChalk for its sponsorship of the awards ceremony for specially recognized participants in the survey.

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Five ways school leaders can end the year on a strong note

eSchool News

Well-being resources : Encourage self-care by providing resources such as access to counseling services, wellness programs, or relaxation spaces within the school. Clear communication : Ensure that all stakeholders are well-informed about end-of-year procedures, such as exams, grading, and returning textbooks.

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Why Summer Learning Programs Are Pushing More Fun Than Academics

Edsurge

But after a grueling year, educators say the worst move would be turning back to textbooks and chalkboards this summer. “If High schoolers, whose day ends at lunchtime, will have access to college preparation, job training and counseling. Her district is focused on fostering a “culture of fun,” which may look different for each kid.

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Every Student Deserves an IEP

Edsurge

These students also received different supports, such as occupational therapy, counseling and academic assistance, to address their unique needs. OERs lend themselves to this strategy, allowing educators to add content that’s more relevant for students and better aligned to current knowledge than what may be found in traditional textbooks.

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