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Understanding and mitigating academic regression from summer learning loss

eSchool News

Key points: Balancing relaxation with structured learning counteracts learning loss Unpacking COVID’s lasting academic effects on 5th graders 5 online resources to beat the summer slide For more news on summer learning loss, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Summer learning loss, also known as the “summer slide,” represents a significant challenge in education where students experience academic regression during extended breaks from formal instruction.

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Personalized Learning, Global Citizenship: A Framework for the Modern Classroom

k12 Digest

Nam Ngo Thanh is an educational leader, innovator, and advocate for equity-driven, holistic learning. Currently serving as the school leader in Vietnam, he brings over a decade of experience in school leadership, teacher training, and educational transformation. Nam is the co-founder of the Vietnam Innovative Educators Foundation (VIEF), a professional network of over 157,000 educators committed to advancing technology-enhanced and student-centered teaching practices nationwide.

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Enterprise AI is changing education

eSchool News

Key points: AI can have a powerful impact on education–with the right guidance How to ensure AI has the right impact on your district Supporting teachers with balanced AI policies For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Resource Center AI is poised to reshape education, impacting everything from administrative tasks and assessments to how students navigate research and develop critical thinking skills.

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Tech Ed Resources–K-12 Tech Curriculum

Ask a Tech Teacher

I get a lot of questions from readers about what tech ed resources I use in my classroom. I take time every summer to review them with you. Some are edited and/or written by members of the Ask a Tech Teacher crew. Others, by tech teachers who work with the same publisher I do. All of them, I’ve found, are well-suited to the task of scaling and differentiating tech skills for age groups, scaffolding learning year-to-year, offering inclusive solutions to the issue of tech tools–taking

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Showfloor News: Dr. Salome Thomas-EL Launches Meet Their Needs

eSchool News

Dr. Salome Thomas-EL, a nationally recognized educator and award-winning author, will unveil his latest book, Meet Their Needs: And They’ll Succeed , at the ASCD and ISTE Joint Conference on Sparking Joyful Learning and Leading Without Limits in San Antonio, Texas, from June 29 – July 2, 2025. The book builds on Dr. Thomas-EL’s well-established “4Cs of School Success” framework, providing educators with practical tools to support students’ diverse needs, both academically

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These LA community college students are getting paid to go to school. Here’s how

Cal Matters

In summary A pilot program by the Los Angeles Community College District pays $1,200 a month to students pursuing health fields. By helping with living expenses, the district hopes the guaranteed income will help more students complete their health care workforce development programs. In November last year, Los Angeles City College student Brenda Olazava got an email notifying her that she had been selected to participate in a guaranteed income pilot program.

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ISTE+ASCD Reveals 2025 Honorees for Innovation and Excellence in Education

eSchool News

ISTE+ASCD announced the recipients of the 2025 ISTE+ASCD Impact Award, Distinguished District Award, Distinguished Educator Preparation Program Award, and 20 to Watch Award. “ISTE+ASCD is proud to spotlight the innovative leaders, educators, and school systems who are redefining what’s possible in education,” said Richard Culatta, CEO of ISTE+ASCD.

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Showfloor News: Breaking Down Language Barriers

eSchool News

Encore Data Products is set to showcase its latest educational technology at the ISTE 2025 conference. One of the most exciting announcements this year is Encore Data Products’ expansion into the Translation and Interpretation category with the introduction of IRIS Pen scanners , a powerful tool that helps break language barriers in the classroom and supports diverse learning needs.

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20 Excellent Picture Books that Break the Fourth Wall

Imagination Soup

Let's look at excellent picture books that break the fourth wall, also called metafiction. When authors break the fourth wall in children's books, it's highly engaging to kids. It invites readers directly into the story. Who doesn't want to read a book that does that? The post 20 Excellent Picture Books that Break the Fourth Wall appeared first on Imagination Soup.

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Showfloor News: Seesaw Showdown

eSchool News

Seesaw is bringing the excitement to ISTE 2025 with a live, interactive Seesaw Showdown at their booth. This high-energy competition will spotlight educators’ creativity and expertise using Seesaw’s dynamic platform. Sixteen educators will compete in eight interactive rounds, demonstrating their skills in engaging students through Seesaw’s platform.

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35 Best Alphabet Picture Books for Kids

Imagination Soup

Find the best alphabet picture books for kids that aren't just for babies and toddlers, they are also for preschoolers and early and upper elementary children. In fact, a good alphabet book is great for many ages because it teaches the alphabet and letter sounds and builds vocabulary. The post 35 Best Alphabet Picture Books for Kids appeared first on Imagination Soup.

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Look Who’s Talking: Dr. Mahnaz CharaniaChief Transformation Officer, The New Teacher Project

eSchool News

When—Tuesday, July 1, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. HBGCC – Mainstage Think Big Series: The Invisible Currency: Social Capital and the Future of Career-Connected Learning What if the most valuable outcome of career-connected learning isn’t just a credential, but a network? Drawing on TNTP’s finding that social capital is a critical driver of mobility, this session will unpack how schools can intentionally cultivate the relationships, mentorship, and connections that open doors for students-especially

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31 Chapter Books Second Graders Will Love (Plus Free Printable!)

We are Teachers

Check out this list to get your classroom hooked on our favorite chapter books for second graders, no matter their interests. Free printable!

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Kentucky Bars School Staff from Emailing or Texting Students

GovTech

In response to problems with inappropriate contact, a new law in Kentucky requires school districts to designate a traceable communications tool as the exclusive means by which employees may reach out to students.

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15 New Picture Books, June 2025

Imagination Soup

Get ready to stock up on the new picture books for June, 2025. This fresh crop of picture books are funny, imaginative, heartwarming, and playful. The post 15 New Picture Books, June 2025 appeared first on Imagination Soup.

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Texas Becomes Latest State to Mandate School Phone Policies

GovTech

Legislation signed by Gov. Greg Abbott last week leaves it up to individual school districts to establish standards for storing cell phones during class and set discipline procedures for those who break the rules.

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Picture Books About Weather

Imagination Soup

Help your children learn about the different kinds of weather with picture books! Here’s a collection of great books to get you started. But first, The post Picture Books About Weather appeared first on Imagination Soup.

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Can the Most Populous State Pull Off Universal Pre-K?

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When Wendy Lundeen began teaching transitional kindergarten over a dozen years ago, it was seen as an unconventional option to help prepare children to one day enter elementary school. Fast forward 13 years, and she is one of a growing number of teachers who have been tasked with expanding what is now essentially seen as an important additional early grade level across the entire California school system.

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71 Undeniably Great Debate Topics for High School

Teachers Pay Teachers

Give high schoolers the chance to channel their growing maturity into reasoned, structured arguments fueled by their passionate opinions and perspectives through the art of debate! All they need is a strong topic to debate and some ground rules, and they’re ready to go. Find everything you need for facilitating great debates in your high school class.