eSchool News
JUNE 19, 2025
Key points: Tiered AI policies can help educators define appropriate classroom AI use Study: AI detection software varies in effectiveness How students are really using AI tools: What schools need to know For more news on AI usage, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Ninety-two percent of students now rely on AI in some form, and 88 percent have used generative AI for assignments, according to a new survey.
k12 Digest
JUNE 30, 2025
Dr. Philip Boayue is a seasoned executive leader with a strong background in educational leadership and staff development. A former principal of Shaw Academy and current administrator in Durham Public Schools, he has led schoolwide initiatives, managed academic programs, and cultivated positive learning environments. Dr. Boayue is known for his expertise in strategic planning, team collaboration, and instructional leadership.
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Edsurge
JUNE 20, 2025
When generative AI entered classrooms, it promised a revolution. For many teachers, it delivered an avalanche of tools instead. While edtech vendors race to integrate AI into every aspect of teaching and learning, educators are drawing clearer boundaries: AI should save them time, not replace their judgment. They want support for differentiation, not decision-making.
EdTech Magazine
JUNE 11, 2025
CoSN’s 2025 State of EdTech District Leadership report offers insights on digital connectivity, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and other strategic initiatives that K–12 IT leaders are embarking on. “This year’s survey reveals a defining moment for K–12 education,” said CoSN CEO Keith Krueger in a news release from the organization. “Digital infrastructure is now the backbone of teaching, learning and school operations — and edtech leaders are the architects holding it all together.
Teacher Cast
JUNE 26, 2025
The ISTELive 25 and ASCD Annual Conference will take place in San Antonio from June 29 to July 2, 2025, bringing together educators for innovation and collaboration. The event will feature engaging sessions, inspiring keynote speakers, and tips for maximizing the experience, including utilizing the conference app and networking strategies. The post Countdown to ISTELive 25: Everything You Need to Know!
Ask a Tech Teacher
JUNE 11, 2025
I get a lot of questions from readers about what tech ed resources I use in my classroom so I’m going to take a few days this 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 well-suited to the task of scaling and differentiating tech skills for age groups, scaffolding learning year-to-year, taking into account the perspectives and norms of
eSchool News
JUNE 9, 2025
Key points: At ISTELive 25, choose from bold speakers and eye-opening sessions Empowering neurodiverse learners with AI-driven solutions Disrupting U.S. schools wasn’t possible before–that may be changing For more news on ISTELive 25, visit eSN’s Live @ ISTE 2025 hub ISTELive 25 and the ASCD Annual Conference 25 will be held together in San Antonio this year, giving attendees twice the opportunity to connect with likeminded educators, explore how edtech can change teaching and learning, an
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Edsurge
JUNE 13, 2025
When artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT were first introduced for public use in 2022, Gillian Hayes, vice provost for academic personnel at the University of California, Irvine, remembers how people were setting up rules around AI without a good understanding of what it truly was or how it would be used. The moment felt akin to the industrial or agricultural revolutions, Hayes says.
EdTech Magazine
JUNE 5, 2025
The rise of artificial intelligence in K12 schools has led many institutions to consider the benefits of a private cloud. The CDW Cloud Research Report shows that 50% of higher education institutions run AI applications on private clouds. Private clouds offer enhanced security and privacy controls compared with public clouds, making them particularly well suited for applications that handle sensitive data.
Teacher Cast
JUNE 26, 2025
The ISTELive 25 and ASCD Annual Conference will take place in San Antonio from June 29 to July 2, 2025, bringing together educators for innovation and collaboration. The event will feature engaging sessions, inspiring keynote speakers, and tips for maximizing the experience, including utilizing the conference app and networking strategies. The post Countdown to ISTELive 25: Everything You Need to Know!
Ask a Tech Teacher
JUNE 24, 2025
AI tutors are transforming education by offering personalized, accessible, and efficient learning support. They are not intended to replace human educators, just complement traditional teaching. Here’s a quick overview of the legalities associated with their use for schools: Legal Risks and Obligations for Schools Using AI Tutors AI tutors are quickly changing how students learn, offering personalized support across different subjects and formats.
eSchool News
JUNE 19, 2025
Key points: The early learning gap begins quickly–and can impact lifelong success The digital divide still holds students back Few states plan to sustain K-12 digital access as federal programs end For more news on equity, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub In Greater Houston, where nearly half of children start kindergarten unprepared, Collaborative for Children is taking bold steps to close the digital divide, beginning with our youngest learners.
k12 Digest
JUNE 30, 2025
Dr. Philip Boayue is a seasoned executive leader with a strong background in educational leadership and staff development. A former principal of Shaw Academy and current administrator in Durham Public Schools, he has led schoolwide initiatives, managed academic programs, and cultivated positive learning environments. Dr. Boayue is known for his expertise in strategic planning, team collaboration, and instructional leadership.
Edsurge
JUNE 3, 2025
Social media platforms like Instagram, X and TikTok have become landscapes for learning and increasing awareness of topics like mental health. But for children who are learning how to navigate virtual spaces, the pitfalls are many and hidden. Educators and researchers are becoming increasingly worried how much kids are absorbing the digital information they find online about mental health, which kids are unlikely to fully grasp even if the information is trustworthy.
EdTech Magazine
JUNE 24, 2025
While no one can predict exactly what the future will hold for today’s K–12 students, technology advancements aren’t slowing down, and digital tools are unlikely to disappear from educational and business workflows. Speakers at this year’s ISTELive conference are ready. Many sessions at the event, which runs from June 29 to July 2 in San Antonio, will cover how to align K–12 classrooms with modern educational trends.
Cal Matters
JUNE 26, 2025
In summary Colleges and universities renew Turnitin subscriptions year after year even though its flawed detectors are expensive and require students to let the company keep their papers forever. It has been more than two years since the release of ChatGPT created widespread dismay over generative AI’s threat to academic integrity. Why would students write anything themselves, instructors wondered, if a chatbot could do it for them?
Ask a Tech Teacher
JUNE 18, 2025
Montessori education emphasizes hands-on, self-directed learning with natural materials, fostering independence and curiosity. Technology, often seen as a distraction, can be integrated thoughtfully, especially for younger children. What is the intersection of the two? Here are thoughts from the Ask a Tech Teacher team: Blending Montessori and Technology: Finding the Right Balance in Early Childhood Education These days, it seems that all toddlers master how to swipe across a screen before they
eSchool News
JUNE 10, 2025
Key points: Thoughtful design creates AI tools that deepen learning How 4 districts use AI tools to transform education Easy to find, not always true: Helping students evaluate AI-generated content For more news on AI in learning, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Generative artificial intelligence is everywhere, including our schools–and it has the potential to transform education.
k12 Digest
JUNE 13, 2025
Joshua Levenson is an Executive Headteacher in London, leading a highly successful primary school celebrated for its exceptional performance and strong community ethos. He supports leadership development and school improvement across London, mentors new headteachers, and collaborates with universities on teacher training. Passionate about global citizenship and inclusive education, Joshua integrates innovative strategies to enhance engagement and learning behaviour.
Edsurge
JUNE 25, 2025
I’m entering my fifth year as the founder of a microschool, a small learning environment that currently serves approximately 20 students. After five years, this milestone is more than just a number — it is a symbol of survival, resistance and a promise kept to the children I refused to give up on. My journey didn’t begin with entrepreneurship. It began with heartbreak, repeated heartbreak, in classrooms across the Southeastern United States.
Faculty Focus
JUNE 22, 2025
Liberal arts education empowers individuals to become well-rounded to handle complexity, diversity, and change by providing broad knowledge of the world and in-depth study in a specific area. It fosters social responsibility, strong intellectual and practical skills, and the ability to think critically to apply knowledge in real-world settings, combining general education with specialized study (Barker, 2000).
EdTech Magazine
JUNE 2, 2025
The end of the school year is chaotic for everyone. Many individuals minds are on summer plans rather than schoolwork, but K12 IT professionals are buckling down. Theyre preparing for one of the busiest times of year in the department, while dealing with challenges like tight time frames, too few people, outdated documentation and high turnover rates.
Ask a Tech Teacher
JUNE 30, 2025
A lot of teacher-authors read my WordDreams blog. In this monthly column, I share the most popular post from the past month. I last published on this topic on my ed blog in 2017. A lot has changed since then so it’s time for an update: When I teach professional development classes, by far the topic that surprises attendees the most is the legal use of online images.
eSchool News
JUNE 30, 2025
Key points: ISTE+ASCD is focusing on robust, engaging learning for all students ISTELive 25: Let’s Get on With the Show! A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025 For more news on ISTELive 25, visit eSN’s Live @ ISTE hub The nation’s largest professional edtech organization kicked off its annual conference on June 29 by announcing major initiatives to train 200,000 teachers in using AI within the next two years, support instructional leaders more effectively, help schools manage thei
k12 Digest
JUNE 30, 2025
Eric Francis Manu is a world-renowned authority in international diplomacy, protocol, and cross-cultural intelligence, trusted by royalty, dignitaries, celebrities, and C-suite leaders across the globe. Known as “The Gentleman with the Hat,” Eric is the founder of The British Protocol Academy, a premier institution delivering bespoke training in etiquette, leadership, and diplomacy.
Edsurge
JUNE 16, 2025
“Let’s do it!” That was Alexis Johnson’s reaction when she saw professional learning opportunities focused on computational thinking. A first grade teacher with no formal CS background, she jumped at the chance to explore how computer science principles could enhance early literacy instruction — and ended up transforming her classroom in the process.
Faculty Focus
JUNE 17, 2025
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve at a rapid pace, educational institutions find themselves at a crossroads. The integration of AI technologies presents unparalleled opportunities for enhancing teaching, learning, and administrative processes. However, it also raises critical ethical, operational, and strategic challenges. This article delves into the complexities of developing and implementing an AI framework that not only aligns with an institution’s unique mission but
Elevate k12
JUNE 30, 2025
Meeting the Moment in Special Education Special education leaders are facing more pressure than ever before. As staffing shortages persist and compliance expectations rise, many districts are struggling to meet their legal obligations under IDEA, especially when it comes to delivering specially designed instruction (SDI). In 2024, the U.S. Department of Education found that only 20 states fully met IDEA requirements , while the rest required assistance or intervention, often due to systemic nonc
Ask a Tech Teacher
JUNE 23, 2025
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
eSchool News
JUNE 20, 2025
Key points: Digital resources and tools support students in summer learning Gamifying math and beating the summer slide How to balance summer break with summer learning loss For more news on summer learning loss, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub As the final school bells ring and students head into summer vacation, educators and parents alike are turning their attention to the phenomenon known as the summer slide–the learning loss that can occur when children take a long break from st
k12 Digest
JUNE 30, 2025
Eric Francis Manu is a world-renowned authority in international diplomacy, protocol, and cross-cultural intelligence, trusted by royalty, dignitaries, celebrities, and C-suite leaders across the globe. Known as “The Gentleman with the Hat,” Eric is the founder of The British Protocol Academy, a premier institution delivering bespoke training in etiquette, leadership, and diplomacy.
Edsurge
JUNE 18, 2025
The energy was electric: Three teams of students from three neighboring school systems faced off in a high-stakes competition, their colorful jerseys and team pride on full display. But this wasn’t your typical sporting event; students were navigating block-based worlds, racing against the clock to design sustainable, hurricane-resistant schools. This was the South Florida Showdown , the first Minecraft Education tri-district esports challenge of its kind.
We are Teachers
JUNE 17, 2025
Explore free lesson plan examples in multiple subjects for preschool through high school. Plus, get free customizable lesson plan templates!
Elevate k12
JUNE 11, 2025
At Elevate K-12, we work with an incredible community of educators who bring passion, innovation, and unwavering dedication to their LIVE classrooms every single day. Today, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on two teachers who have truly exemplified the spirit of excellence this school year. Please join us in congratulating our SY2024-25 Elevate Teachers of the Year, Tiffany Barksdale and Stephanie Gonzalez!
EdTech Magazine
JUNE 3, 2025
In K12 schools, nothing shatters a good reputation faster than a high-profile cybersecurity attack that compromises the personal data of students and staff or steals other sensitive or legally protected information. Compounding the challenge of thwarting cyberattacks is the fact that schools often have limited staff, resources and budget to put toward cybersecurity, even though they are under constant threat.
eSchool News
JUNE 18, 2025
This post originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog , and is reposted here with permission. What if the missing ingredient in student achievement isn’t better curriculum, tech, or teachers, but better motivation? What if the key to unlocking motivation isn’t something intrinsic to students, but something found in their relationships with peers, teachers, mentors, and communities?
k12 Digest
JUNE 23, 2025
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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