eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2025

Igniting STEM Learning Across the Elementary Curriculum : Explore our innovative unit planning approach that ignites student creativity and problem-solving through engineering design. Participants will gain practical, ready-to-use approaches to create inclusive/responsive learning environments as a tool for liberation and empowerment.

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eSchool News

JULY 3, 2025

ranked 34th in math among 78 participating countries in 2022. This still leaves half of states with no discernable input on what curriculum materials districts use. Yet, recent results from the National Assessment on Educational Progress (NAEP) show that across the country, one in four fourth graders cannot do math at a basic level.

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

the prepackaged curriculum and the advice of more experienced colleagues was the go-to resource. The Journal for Quality & Participation , 34(4), 13–15. Sharples, M. How we write : writing as creative design (1st ed.). link] Waltuck, B. Characteristics of complex systems.

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eSchool News

JUNE 12, 2025

These partnerships can include: Hosting student teachers and interns Offering mentorship and induction programs Participating in job fairs and campus events Co-developing curriculum to align with district needs Tip : Consider creating a “grow-your-own” program that supports paraprofessionals or community members in becoming certified teachers.

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k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

As educators, we’re always finding ways to go beyond the boundaries of traditional Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses and supplement the curriculum in a unique and meaningful way. That cycle keeps them growing, and more importantly, keeps them engaged. That made all the difference.”

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

At this stage, I am probably not thinking that much about the other students because I have asked the participating student to tell meand me alone. Im the one who is going to be looking at the student when they talk, and I also expect that they will look at me. Then, say Tell us __. Be intentional with your movements.

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eSchool News

JULY 24, 2025

Novato, CA – The Buck Institute for Education (dba PBLWorks ), a national provider of professional development and curriculum for high-quality Project Based Learning (PBL), has announced the recipients of its 2025 PBL Champions and John Larmer “JL” Lifelong Learning Awards.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

Igniting STEM Learning Across the Elementary Curriculum : Explore our innovative unit planning approach that ignites student creativity and problem-solving through engineering design. Participants will gain practical, ready-to-use approaches to create inclusive/responsive learning environments as a tool for liberation and empowerment.

Art 148

Art Math STEM Participation 148

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Today, I serve as Vice-Principal of B.School, where I lead efforts to integrate well-being, sustainability, and equity into our core curriculum. Meanwhile, participating in global education programs in countries like Finland, India, and the U.S. I am also pursuing a Ph.D.

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k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

As educators, we’re always finding ways to go beyond the boundaries of traditional Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses and supplement the curriculum in a unique and meaningful way. That cycle keeps them growing, and more importantly, keeps them engaged. That made all the difference.”

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2025

Leigh Arnold, an educational technology specialist from the School District of Palm Beach County, noted that “students enjoyed the opportunity to participate in something they love, while educators were thrilled to see them demonstrate their knowledge through creative builds and presentations.” What stood out most?

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STEM Disabilities Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking 138

Edsurge

JULY 9, 2025

While students don’t make every decision and still participate in teacher-driven parts of the day, what’s different in our design is that the school curriculum pushes them to explore three questions: “What do I want to learn?”; “When and how will I learn it?”; and “Is my learning the right level of challenge?”

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Among the new content and resources now available to users of Discovery Education Experience are: Ready-To-Teach Lessons Enhancing Curriculum Built around research-based instructional strategies, these new ready-to-teach lessons and activities target critical classroom needs and help teachers create unique learning opportunities for each student.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 24, 2025

This philosophy is embedded in the British Curriculum, which offers both structure and flexibility. ProEd Global School blends this rigorous curriculum with personalized support, ensuring that every learner gets the guidance they need to thrive, not just survive in the classroom. “Our goal is to help them define it on their own terms.”

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

The experience from GSO complemented our curriculum very well, and we appreciated the opportunity to participate in the planning of the in-school experience alongside the graduate students to create a lesson that was engaging and informative.” The sixth graders participated in a water pressure experiment while at the Bay Campus.

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STEM Middle School Middle School Laboratory 130

Edsurge

JUNE 2, 2025

In addition, by welcoming participants to come as they are , whether that be cameras on or off, stepping away as needed, we honored the reality that leaders are also caregivers, juggling roles and responsibilities. We also shared the end-of-session survey results and our reflections with participants. Recognize oppression.

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Learning Participation Feedback Curriculum Design 105

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning. Additionally, research shows that students who participate in hybrid learning tend to retain information better, as they actively engage with content rather than passively receiving it.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 135

Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2025

Creative Coding in the Classroom: From Game Design to Storytelling One example of creative coding comes from a curriculum that introduces computer science through game design and storytelling in Minecraft, a game-based learning platform used by millions of students worldwide.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 6, 2025

Kids will think they’re playing games, but are actually participating in [mostly] free simulations available in the education field. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum. Worry no more.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 8, 2025

Participants will walk away with a number of useful resources and ideas for sparking conversations in their local communities. In the afternoon we will connect a number of blended learning and ‘science of learning’ strategies to this redesign work. Please bring your own examples and use cases of how you’re using AI!

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

The Academy Program, on the other hand, serves students who benefit from a highly customized curriculum with a strong emphasis on life skills, vocational training, and independent living. This holistic approach ensures that students not only master the curriculum but also develop essential life skills for the future.

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eSchool News

MAY 14, 2025

After working on academics, students could choose from a variety of fun yet educational activities, and the game design program–which used a curriculum from Work ED –was one of them. The results Work ED assessed the participating students before starting the program and then again once they completed it.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JULY 19, 2025

Principal and Superintendent Leadership in the AI Era For this session, I shifted from talking at participants sitting in rows to small group discussions based on AI leadership scenarios (3 opportunities, 3 challenges). It was nice to have the curriculum and instruction focus and heft of ASCD at the conference too.

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Class Tech Tips

JULY 19, 2025

Principal and Superintendent Leadership in the AI Era For this session, I shifted from talking at participants sitting in rows to small group discussions based on AI leadership scenarios (3 opportunities, 3 challenges). It was nice to have the curriculum and instruction focus and heft of ASCD at the conference too.

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Coaching Fairness Discussions Participation 57

k12 Prospects

JUNE 13, 2025

Alignment with Educational Goals and Standards Schools prioritize solutions that align with curriculum requirements, state standards, and instructional priorities. Position Yourself as a Thought Leader: Contribute to the education sector by publishing whitepapers, hosting webinars, and participating in industry conferences.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

And when you combine strong values with smart tech and a global curriculum, you get more than a good education. And through the school’s house system, each student gets the chance to participate in and contribute to meaningful events. At Elmwood, learning is never static. Its active, collaborative, and forward-looking.

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k12 Digest

MAY 21, 2025

Its a commitment to embedding equity into every layer of school culture, from classroom practices and curriculum to policies and professional learning. School leaders can support this safety by co-creating group agreements that promote active listening, confidentiality, and respectful participation. Who is left out?

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Confidentiality Culture Discussions Beliefs 215

k12 Digest

MAY 21, 2025

Its a commitment to embedding equity into every layer of school culture, from classroom practices and curriculum to policies and professional learning. School leaders can support this safety by co-creating group agreements that promote active listening, confidentiality, and respectful participation. Who is left out?

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Confidentiality Culture Discussions Beliefs 130

Edsurge

APRIL 30, 2025

In our district, educators have had a chance to participate in two of the AI conferences we held during the summers of the past two years. Provide ongoing professional development. Educators need opportunities to build their AI literacy and confidence with these tools. We also review data during our performance management meetings.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 19, 2025

Whole Brain Teaching – An innovative approach to classroom management that enhances student engagement and behavior using active participation techniques. 8 Weeks of Curriculum Guides I also created weekly tips that will leave you better prepared to teach eight key upper elementary reading and math skills all year.

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Reading Skills Teachers Classroom Management 59

Edsurge

JUNE 23, 2025

If transitional kindergarten has an identity issue, that is partly because of the question mark of its curriculum. Even as California builds more early learning capacity, enrollment trends nationwide raise questions about family participation. If You Build It, Will They Come?

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Elementary School Elementary School Fairness Communication 112

Edsurge

APRIL 28, 2025

Served a Majority of Schools Approximately 74 percent of schools nationwide participated in farm-to-school programs, according to a 2023 USDA census. When exposed to a nutrition education curriculum that promotes local foods, preschool children have a greater willingness to try and like healthy foods, the USDA reported in 2017.

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Learning Schools Textbooks Participation 121

Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2025

Putting the pilot to the test Students from Seckinger High School — about 1,200 total — participated in the pilot. These combined learnings will inform curriculum development and student support strategies across the district. They were split into two groups alphabetically by last name to evaluate the two “parallel” sets of items.

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Ethics Evaluation Testing Science 111

eSchool News

JUNE 30, 2025

National Science Foundation, aimed to solve that problem with a drone-focused curriculum for rural middle schools. At the time Take Flight lost its National Science Foundation grant, its curriculum was being tested by 1,200 students and 30 rural middle school teachers across 10 states. Take Flight, a research project backed by $1.5

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Organized Classroom

JUNE 4, 2025

Includes 14 articles from Organized Classroom, including topics such as: -Curriculum Mapping -Setting Up Your Daily Classroom Schedule -Digital Filing Cabinets -Weekly Planning Resources -Several To-Do List Templates -Balancing Home and Work Life in your Calendar -File Organization and even more! This 70 page digital book has you covered!

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Science Laboratory Participation Activities 86

Lab to Class

MAY 26, 2025

This recent study had various pairings of autistic, non-autistic and mixed-group participants and had them do two tasks. Participants were able to communicate equally as efficiently with their perspective groups as long as they weren’t mixed. However, different is not always bad, and that is what a recent study found out.

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k12

JULY 18, 2025

In many public schools, keyboard and computer navigational skills have been a standard part of the curriculum since the 90s. Each of these parts is important for actively participating in online classes (and also a good entry into privacy conversations with your child). File management.

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Skills Internet Students Assignments 52