eSchool News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Key points: Students must feel connected to the learning material to engage in science Helping science-averse teachers integrate STEM and literacy Want to improve STEM education? Heres how For more news on science engagement, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub More than half of science teachers believe the most important value of science education is how it contributes to students curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity, according to a new report from LEGO Education.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The recent unveiling of national reading and math scores revealed some disheartening trends about learning recovery with the collective main headline: Students Are Doing Worse Than Before the Pandemic Started. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings. The factors behind the continued dip in scores are multilayered, but teachers might tell you that the key reason why some students arent making progress is that parents arent making schoolwork a priority at home.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Each year, CoSN evaluates the state of K12 education through the lens of the industrys top hurdles (barriers), accelerators (megatrends) and tech enablers (tools). School IT leaders, administrators and education advocates use this report as a guide to advance K12 classrooms and propel learning into the future. The Driving K12 Innovation Report isnt a blueprint for one-size-fits-all answers; its a catalyst for meaningful dialogue, says CoSN CEO Keith Krueger in the reports foreword.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

This week, February 16-22, 2025 is DiscoverEs Engineers Week. Their tagline: A week-long event, a year-long commitment Do you wonder why anyone would be passionate about engineering?Overall, engineering offers a combination of intellectual challenge, real-world impact, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. By pursuing a career in engineering, students can contribute to meaningful projects, solve complex problems, and make a positive difference in the world.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Key points: Successful learning is inspired by connecting with each student and keeping them engaged 4 key findings on student engagement 3 ways to connect to students and inspire their learning For more news on student well-being, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Out-of-school time (OST) programs have received a lot of attention over the past few years as districts across the country continue to address the lingering effects of pandemic-related school closures.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

When my son started the fourth grade, his teacher provided a thick bound packet of cursive writing worksheets. She said that completing the packet was optional, but only if completed would her students earn their pen license and move from years of pencil use to the holy grail , ink. Using AI should also be earned; earned after becoming AI literate. Banning AI use in college classrooms is a pointless and exhausting endeavor.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Kids are getting bullied in digital spaces at an alarming rate. About 55% of students surveyed in 2023 reported being cyberbullied at some point, according to the Cyberbullying Research Center. If a kid gets stuffed in a locker, thats easy to see because thats happening in the physical environment. What theyre doing on their devices is more difficult to see, says Tracy Clements, K12 student safety subject-matter expert for GoGuardian.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Key points: Critical thinking skills help students wade through misinformation Design thinking in the 21st century is an imperative 5 ways educators can shrink the critical thinking gap For more news on critical thinking, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Its critical that students know how to use digital content, but as students have more access to information, its also critical that they know how to evaluate that information with a discerning eye.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

During my eight-year teaching career in Colorado, Ive heard many schools and districts claim they want to develop the whole child. For example, the Colorado Department of Education supports statewide infrastructure and systems to promote a whole-child approach called Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child. Furthermore, Denver Public Schools Ends Policy requires all students to demonstrate a well-rounded educational experience.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

While at the 2025 TCEA Convention & Exposition in Austin, Texas, EdTech: Focus On K12 Managing Editor Taashi Rowe spoke with Brian Brown, the organizations board president. Brown also serves as CTO for Duncanville Independent School District. While he previously served as executive director of data management and information officer at the College of Education at the University of Texas at Arlington, Brown spent seven years as a classroom teacher before moving into technology roles.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Technology can transform traditional classrooms into dynamic learning environments by leveraging exciting tools like virtual reality , AI, and educational apps. This not only enhances student engagement and accessibility to information but fosters critical thinking, digital literacy , and prepares students for a tech-driven future. If you’re wondering where to start, here are some good basics from the Ask a Tech Teacher international team: Integrating Technology in Education for Modern Cla

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Key points: Digital tools can help students with autism learn social skills in multiple environments Asking the right questions: Unlocking the full potential of AI tools 3 key steps when designing inclusive spaces in K-12 schools For more new on AI, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub This article and the accompanying image originally appeared on the KU News site and are reposted here with permission.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

To support improved student outcomes, educators increasingly look to technology. But how do they fuel authentic engagement, using technology as a tool to not only enhance learning but also inspire curiosity and strengthen connections? Recently, EdSurge spoke with Kelly Mitchell, Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator with Onslow County Schools in North Carolina.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The power of human stories is undeniable. Whether conveyed through music, art, writing, or oral storytellingsharing ones lived experience can have a profound impact. Stories connect people by tapping into their universal emotions, experiences, and values. They can also preserve and pass on traditions, customs, language, and culture or be utilized as a persuasive tool to inspire action.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Presidents Day is an American federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February–this year, February 17, 2025. It was originally established to honor George Washington, the first President of the United States, and expanded to also celebrate the birthdays and legacies of other U.S. Presidents, particularly Abraham Lincoln whose birthday is February 12th.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Key points: TCEA 2025 inspired educators to connect and grow in their roles Collaborate and celebrate at TCEA 2025 5 education innovation trends to watch in 2025 For more news on TCEA 2025, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub During the first week of February, TCEA 2025 served as a collaboration center for teachers, administrators, IT leaders, and all educators as they shared ideas, instructional strategies, leadership goals, and more.

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Teach Hub

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Time management is a skill that extends far beyond the classroom. When students learn how to manage their time effectively, they are setting themselves up for success in the classroom and their personal lives. Teaching students time management skills not only benefits your students but also you because it can make your job go that much smoother. We will talk about why teaching time management is important.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The power of human stories is undeniable. Whether conveyed through music, art, writing, or oral storytellingsharing ones lived experience can have a profound impact. Stories connect people by tapping into their universal emotions, experiences, and values. They can also preserve and pass on traditions, customs, language, and culture or be utilized as a persuasive tool to inspire action.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

With the disturbing news about plummeting math scores here in the US, it’s good to review math teaching in your classroom and consider better ways to deliver lessons to students. The Ask a Tech Teacher team has ideas for you: How to Make Learning Math More Interactive and Engaging Math has a reputationeither you love it or avoid it like a pop quiz you forgot to study for.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA Carousel Digital Signage announces a new technology partnership with CrisisGo that enables K-12 schools and businesses to deliver emergency alerts and other safety messages to digital displays with immediacy. The integration is enabled through an open API that triggers visual alerts, interactive maps and more to Carousel Cloud digital signage networks via the Common Alerting Protocol (CAP), a global standard that supports the digital exchange of emergency alerts and public

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As interactive display technology has advanced, companies have added capabilities that more easily connect teachers with their digital learning tools and resources. Long gone are the days of worksheets and projectors. With interactive displays like LGs CreateBoard, educators can seamlessly connect devices and log in to cloud accounts. This enables them to project assignments, lectures, student work and more directly onto the CreateBoard.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Most of us have the experience of registering for a workshop only to discover that it is a lecture or (worse) an advertisement for the presenter. A genuine workshop aims to empower the participants such that they leave with new ideas and skills. What follows are some suggested principles we have prepared for workshop facilitators that move beyond a talkfest to genuine learning.

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Teach Hub

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As an educator your days are busy planning lessons, grading papers, and attending meetings. While it may seem like something always needs your attention, theres one practice that often gets overlooked: self-reflection. You likely know that incorporating self-reflection into your daily or weekly routine is important. However, time can feel like a major hurdle, and finding an efficient method that works for you may seem challenging.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

PARAMUS, N.J./PRNewswire/ — Savvas Learning Company , a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, is excited to announce that the South Carolina State Board of Education has approved the full suite of Savvas K-12 math programs for statewide adoption across all grade levels. Savvas is the only learning solutions provider to have all of its K-12 math programs approved as state-adopted high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) covering every grade level forSouth Carolinaclassrooms.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Protecting students, teachers and staff requires a 360-degree approach as part of a holistic physical security strategy. Not only do schools need physical security measures, such as door locks and emergency communications, but they also require protection from threats, such as ransomware and malware. Physical security and cybersecurity are intricately linked, explains Jake Stauch, a former director of product at Verkada.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Most of us have the experience of registering for a workshop only to discover that it is a lecture or (worse) an advertisement for the presenter. A genuine workshop aims to empower the participants such that they leave with new ideas and skills. What follows are some suggested principles we have prepared for workshop facilitators that move beyond a talkfest to genuine learning.

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Teach Hub

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As an educator your days are busy planning lessons, grading papers, and attending meetings. While it may seem like something always needs your attention, theres one practice that often gets overlooked: self-reflection. You likely know that incorporating self-reflection into your daily or weekly routine is important. However, time can feel like a major hurdle, and finding an efficient method that works for you may seem challenging.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

NEW YORK, NY Counslr , a leading B2B mental health and wellness platform , announced today that it has expanded its footprint into the State of New Mexico starting with a partnership with Vista Nueva High School, Aztec, NM; and into the State of Illinois starting with a partnership with Big Hollow School District, Ingleside, IL. These initial partnerships will empower students and staff to prioritize their mental health by enabling them to access unlimited wellness resources and live texting se

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k12 Online Schools

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The education landscape in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is undergoing a paradigm shift, with hybrid learning models redefining traditional schooling. A recent study by the Gulf Business Council reveals that 63% of educational institutions in the GCC are embracing hybrid methodologiesan integration of conventional teaching with advanced digital technologiesto meet the growing demand for personalized, adaptive learning experiences.

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

When my son started the fourth grade, his teacher provided a thick bound packet of cursive writing worksheets. She said that completing the packet was optional, but only if completed would her students earn their pen license and move from years of pencil use to the holy grail , ink. Using AI should also be earned; earned after becoming AI literate. Banning AI use in college classrooms is a pointless and exhausting endeavor.

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k12 Prospects

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Getting on a school districts approved vendor list is a crucial step for businesses looking to sell products and services to K-12 schools. Many districts require vendors to be pre-approved before they can bid on contracts or sell directly to schools. Understanding the process and requirements can give businesses a significant advantage in the competitive education market.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Key points: Streamlining the complex process of IEP development is critical Crafting technology-driven IEPs Kids in special education are strugglingits time to rethink their education For more news on student IEPs, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub The University of Wyoming is utilizing its new CoIEP initiative–a multi-agent system powered by large language models (LLMs)–to significantly enhance artificial intelligence and human collaboration in addressing challenges in (spec

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John Spenser

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In my latest article and podcast, I share a continuum for how we can think about AI integration in our educational institutions. Listen to the Podcast If you enjoy this blog but youd like to listen to it on the go, just click on the. The post A Continuum for Using AI in Schools appeared first on John Spencer.

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1 plus 1 plus 1 equals 1

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Do your kids love the book Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson? If so they will love this new free printable collection! You’ll find many activities to go along with Bear Wants More , which features the animals in the story. If you love this book, be sure to see our Kindergarten Literature Unit here Bear Wants More by Karma Wilson is a charming and beautifully illustrated childrens book that follows the story of a hungry bear waking from his winter hibernation.

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Scholarly Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Rachel Thelen , The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry Noelle Haight , Occupational Therapist and Educator Julia VanderMolen , University of the Pacific Key Statement: Four helpful tips, including backwards design, for the new instructor looking to (re)design their course. Keywords: Curriculum Redesign, Course Design, New Teacher Background Imagine you are a new instructor whose supervisor has just asked you to take over a course from a retiring colleague in the upcoming academic year.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Key points: Restorative practices focus on repairing harm and rebuilding student relationships Student mental health needs grow as challenges persist 3 ways to connect to students and inspire their learning For more on student well-being, visit eSN’s SEL & Well-Being hub Its hard to overstate the influence of school on a students social-emotional development.

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English Teacher Margarita

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Picture above via MaryfunEnglish Practice in last year's entry and in the "Used to" Label Watch out for activities like the beginning of UP Used to is a very common structure, also in songs We used to write letters I used to rule the world.

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