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AI in education needs more than innovation–it needs intention

eSchool News

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.

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K-8 Digital Citizenship Curriculum

Ask a Tech Teacher

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

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AI Is Still an Unknown Country — and Teens Are Its Pioneers

Edsurge

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.

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K–12 Leaders Evaluate Funding and Cybersecurity Challenges

EdTech Magazine

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.

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ISTELive 25 spotlights bold innovation

eSchool News

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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Is AI Taking Over or Joining in?

k12 Digest

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.

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Montessori Schools Are Hot — Until They're Not. What Does That Mean About Education?

Edsurge

There was a moment in the mid-2010s when Montessori was inescapable. The century-old education philosophy, which prioritizes independence from a young age, had turned into a lifestyle brand. Blocks and other wooden activity sets were remarketed as “Montessori toys.” Parents flocked toward outdoor learning, which often involved livestock on a farm, sometimes dubbed “Montessori farms.

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The U.S. had the blueprint for a high-class education–but abandoned it

eSchool News

Key points: The U.S. lost sight of what made its education system great Moving beyond transparency to accessibility and awareness Embracing a growth mindset when reviewing student data For more news on education policy, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub In the 1970s, educators and policymakers from across the globe (including from Finland) viewed the United States as a model of forward-thinking education–American schools were well-regarded for their holistic, child-centered approaches

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Simple & Standout Back-to-School Bulletin Board Ideas

Teachers Pay Teachers

Nothing says “the first day of school is almost here” quite like decking the walls and halls of your classroom! Creative and inspiring back-to-school bulletin boards are one of the most effective ways to set the tone for a positive and engaging learning environment. If you’re staring at blank walls and not sure what to fill them with (or are in need of new ideas), never fear: The TPT community has plenty of back-to-school bulletin board ideas to inspire you and your students.

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Coding, Creativity and the New Digital Fluency

Edsurge

Students light up when they create something meaningful, and every educator has seen that spark. Self-expression fuels learning, and creativity lies at the heart of the human experience. As AI rapidly reshapes software development, computer science (CS) education must move beyond syntax drills and algorithmic repetition. Coding alone isn’t enough; students must also learn to think systemically, design creatively and build with intention.

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In Today's World, That is Radical

Teacher Toms Blog

"I like you just the way you are." If you read that and immediately thought of Mister Rogers, you're probably a child of the 70's. It's a simple, radical message, especially when it comes to adult relationships with young children. And it's more radical now than it was back then. It's radical to like anyone just the way they are, but to like our children just the way they is almost unheard of.

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5 strategies to refine recruitment and help solve the teacher shortage

eSchool News

Key points: The future of education depends on the educators in our classrooms today Ethical PD: Doing right by the teachers who do right by the world To boost teacher morale, reimagine the teacher role For more on teacher recruitment, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub With recent cuts to Department of Education grant programs, the pressure to find and retain high-quality educators has only intensified.

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Need Summer Activities? Try These

Ask a Tech Teacher

Last year, we posted books you might like to read this summer. Now, we’ll focus on what to accomplish with your summer. Here are popular AATT articles. Pick the ones that suit you: How to Keep Learning Fresh Over the Summer 15 Skills To Learn this Summer and Use Next Year 6 Tech Activities for Your Summer School Program 12 Tech Tasks To End the School Year Here’s How to Motivate Summer School Students Seven Fun Math Activities for the Summer Break How to Blend Learning with Play for a Kid-

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A District, a Diagnostic and a Drive for AI Readiness

Edsurge

Picture this: Tomorrow’s graduates walk into workplaces where AI tools are as common as email — diagnosing patient symptoms, analyzing market trends, optimizing supply chains or designing new infrastructure. From healthcare to marketing to engineering, nearly every field is being transformed. Are our schools preparing them for this new reality? And do we have an effective method of assessing such readiness?

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Lifting as We Climb: A Reflection on Mentorship, Growth, and Leadership in Nursing Education

Faculty Focus

I had the privilege of attending a nursing conference at Creighton University. From the moment the first keynote speaker began to share, I felt deeply inspired. Her words focused on the foundational role nursing theorists and their frameworks play in shaping our professional identity. As someone with more than 30 years in this field, her reflections stirred something meaningful in me.

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Catapult Learning is Approved to Provide High-Dosage Tutoring in Massachusetts Elementary and Secondary Schools

eSchool News

PHILADELPHIA – Catapult Learning , a division of FullBloom that provides intervention programs for students and professional development solutions for teachers in K-12 schools, today broadly announced its approval by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to provide no-cost, high-dosage early literacy tutoring (HDT) for K-3 public school students statewide.

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25 Teacher Shortage Statistics That Demand Urgent Action in 2025

We are Teachers

These 2025 teacher shortage statistics prove that we need to make the teaching profession more sustainable and desirable.

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I’ve Taught Gen Z for Almost a Decade. I’m Split on the So-Called Gen Z ‘Split’

Edsurge

No generation is a monolith. That should go without saying. But over the past year, there’s been a growing narrative in business and media circles that Gen Z, a cohort born between 1997 and 2012, is starting to split in two. One half is described as entrepreneurial, image-conscious and highly motivated. The other is labeled cautious, emotionally overwhelmed or disengaged from traditional career ambition.

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Fundraiser Freebie!

Organized Classroom

Engaging students in fundraising activities can be a rewarding experience for both educators and young learners. It not only instills a sense of social responsibility and empathy but also teaches valuable life skills such as teamwork, leadership, and organization. By involving elementary students in fundraising, educators can create a positive impact on their development while contributing to meaningful causes.

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From school year to summer: Why reliable edtech matters to boost literacy

eSchool News

Key points: Digital resources should offer language accessibility and academic rigor Supporting delayed readers: Strategies for success Science teachers, math teachers, history teachers–we’re all reading teachers For more news on edtech and literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub In today’s rapidly changing digital landscape, with an overload of educational technology tools, there’s something to be said for legacy platforms that not only stand the test of time but continue to evolve

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Our Free 2025-2026 Teacher Calendar Is Available Now!

We are Teachers

Get your free 2025-2026 teacher calendar here! We've got ideas for everything from relaxing in summertime to teaching tips.

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How to Inspire High School Students to Pursue a Career in Software Engineering

Ask a Tech Teacher

Since 2020, U.S. software developer employment has been declining, with fewer employed in January 2024 compared to January 2018, but those with the appropriate skills experience an eye-popping low unemployment rate of 2% and a median salary of $132,270. You’d think High School and college students would flock to these jobs, but they don’t.

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A Values-Based Approach to Using Gen AI

Faculty Focus

As a learning designer in a centralized teaching and learning unit, it’s my job to explore new technologies, particularly AI. But I’ll admit, I didn’t jump right in. As Generative AI (GenAI, a subset of AI that can produce content, ideas, and data by learning from existing data and patterns) has become prevalent, so have a wide range of concerns about its usage: authenticity, critical thinking, bias, representation, plagiarism, and sustainability, to name a few.

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Most students aren’t ready for life after high school

eSchool News

Key points: As college enrollment drops steeply, students say they didn’t understand their career options From curiosity to clarity: Showcasing career paths to young learners Career-connected learning builds a more employable, future-ready generation For more news on career readiness, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub New research points to a growing disconnect between students’ education and their preparedness for real-world success.

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Fully Seen and Fully Known: Teaching that Affirms Disability

Cult of Pedagogy

Listen to the interview with Laurie Rabinowitz and Amy Tondreau ( transcript ) Sponsored by Alpaca and The School Me Podcast This page contains Bookshop.org links. When you make a purchase through these links, Cult of Pedagogy gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. What’s the difference between Amazon and Bookshop.org? Over the past few decades, significant strides have been made in the field of special education to make every classroom a place where students, regardl

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Review: Epson PowerLite 810E and ELPCS01 Are a Dynamic Display Combination

EdTech Magazine

In an age where digital whiteboards and interactive displays dominate classroom technology, projectors continue to hold their ground, offering flexible and cost-effective alternatives for schools. Epson’s PowerLite 810E extreme short-throw laser display and the ELPCS01 mobile projector cart presents a compelling option for schools that want a scalable, high-quality projection system with minimal installation hassle.

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19 DIY Fidget Toys That Are Easy and Inexpensive To Make

We are Teachers

DIY fidget toys are popular, for good reason! Save money by making DIY stress toys to help your students focus in your classroom.

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8 tips for school leaders seeking to innovate

eSchool News

This post originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog , and is reposted here with permission. Key points: It’s key to build school innovation into all levels of operations Building a future-focused, student-centered learning environment Sailing through adversity: 4 Olympic-sized lessons in educational leadership For more news on school innovation, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub When school and district leaders read about innovation–defined as improveme

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DIY Choose Your Adventure Stories

Organized Classroom

As a child that was drawn to books and to the library more than anywhere else, I LOVED the Choose Your Own Adventure series books ! They bring back so many memories. So many times after I had finished a book, I tried to flip through the pages and figure out just how the author(s) had figured out a method for knowing which page to flip to next and how many real endings there were.

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New Compton High Rebrands Classrooms as 'Learning Studios'

GovTech

When the new Compton High School opens this fall, high-tech classrooms will function much like college lecture halls, with students reading, taking tests, completing work and even many projects online.

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Best New Books in July 2025 for Kids, Teens, and Teachers

We are Teachers

Find all the best upcoming fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, and more for all ages with the best new books coming July 2025.

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Wearable tech helps students overcome central vision challenges

eSchool News

Central vision loss–a condition that impairs the ability to see objects directly in front of the eyes–can have profound academic and social impacts on K-12 students. Because this type of vision loss affects tasks that require detailed focus, such as reading, writing, and recognizing faces, students with central vision impairment often face unique challenges that can affect their overall school experience.

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From English to Automotive Class, Teachers Assign Projects to Combat AI Cheating

Edsurge

Kids aren’t as sneaky as they think they are. They do try, as Holly Distefano has seen in her middle school English language arts classes. When she poses a question to her seventh graders over her school’s learning platform and watches the live responses roll in, there are times when too many are suspiciously similar. That’s when she knows students are using an artificial intelligence tool to write an answer.

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How to Record a Video in Canva

Whiteboard Blog

Want to record a video presentation in Canva without the use of complicated tools or editing software? In this tutorial, I’ll walk you step-by-step through how to record your screen and camera right inside Canva to create stunning video presentations for YouTube, Revision Guides for Students etc This is great for teachers, coaches, online course creators, and content creators who want to level up their videos the easy way.

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What K–12 Leaders Need to Know About KOSA (Again)

EdTech Magazine

The Kids Online Safety Act was initially introduced as legislation in 2022. The U.S. Senate voted to pass the bill at the time, but it was not put to a vote in the House of Representatives, preventing it from becoming law. Now, Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., and Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., are reintroducing the bill with changes intended to address lawmakers’ original concerns with its language.

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Counslr Launches in Texas to Increase Access to Mental Health Support for Staff and Students

eSchool News

New York, NY – Counslr , a leading B2B mental health and wellness platform , announced today that it has expanded its footprint into the State of Texas starting with a partnership with Colorado Independent School District (ISD) in Colorado City, TX. This partnership will empower students and staff to prioritize their mental health by enabling them to access unlimited live texting sessions with Counslr’s licensed and vetted mental health support professionals, who are available on-demand, 24/7/

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Everything You Need To Know About Target’s 2025 Teacher Prep Event

We are Teachers

With the 2025 Target Teacher Prep Event, teachers get a one-time 20% discount off their entire purchase July 20 to August 30.