Wed.Jul 10, 2024

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5 ways to restore your passion for teaching

eSchool News

Key points: Reflection, rest, and positive habits help teachers reset after a busy year Amid burnout, teachers are ready to embrace AI An alarming number of educators are jumping ship For more news on teacher well-being, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Most of a teacher’s time and energy are tied up in the classroom. Throughout the year, we pour ourselves into constructing lessons, exploring new tools, and fostering a sense of curiosity and creativity in our students.

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What All High Schools Can Draw From Career and Technical Education Programs

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My colleagues feverishly jotted down notes as one of my students, Ethan, moved through his presentation on how educators can more intentionally use AI in their classes. Ethan, a high school junior studying to become a secondary history teacher in our Academy for Teaching and Learning, was presenting findings from his extensive research to the staff at our school.

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Texas’ Pine Tree Independent School District Expands Partnership with Global Edtech Leader to Support Innovative Science Instruction

eSchool News

Charlotte, NC— Texas’ Pine Tree Independent School District (PTISD) today announced an extension of its multi-year collaboration with global edtech leader Discovery Education. In this new phase of partnership, students in grades K-8 will this year return to classrooms that feature innovative science lessons powered by Science Techbook for Texas by Discovery Education.

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Independent and Private Schools Address Unique Cybersecurity Threats

EdTech Magazine

Westminster Christian School CIO Omar Valerio is so focused on cybersecurity that he’s essentially turned his office into his very own security operations center. Two video displays mounted on his walls and four desktop monitors provide real-time views of network traffic and security monitoring tools that alert him to potential threats. For Valerio, security is paramount because K–12 schools face a continuous onslaught of cyberattacks.

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Personal Safety and Legal Rights: A Student’s Guide to Understanding Personal Injury Law

Ask a Tech Teacher

When a student at my school was injured in a sports event, it became painfully clear how little she and her family understood what their next steps should be. A friend put together this “A Student’s Guide to Understanding Personal Injury Law” to provide other students in similar situations with an overview of the essential concepts and real-world applications of personal injury law: the basics recognizing unsafe conditions Insurance Policies more Personal Safety and Legal Right

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From musician to U.S. Department of Education leader: A Q&A with Dr. James Lane

eSchool News

Key points: At all levels, school and educator leadership should inspire and support 3 top priorities for K-12 administrators Moving from industrial education to deeper learning For more news on district leadership, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub Running a school district is a lot like conducting an orchestra; it’s all about bringing out the best in every player.

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