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Top female district leaders share do’s and don’ts of climbing the professional ladder in 2025

eSchool News

Key points: Self-confidence and perseverance top female district leaders’ must-do lists Female district leaders target back-to-school priorities District leaders express gratitude for special education staff For more news on district leadership, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub Professional growth is often at the top of New Years Resolution lists.

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How Flexibility and Choice Leads to Better Learners

EdTech Magazine

As the needs of K12 students change, and educators become more pressed for time, more school leaders should implement personalized learning. It challenges the traditional, one-size-fits-all approach and leads to a dynamic, student-centered learning environment. We define personalized learning as all students getting what they need when and where they need it to learn.

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‘We’re Everywhere Now’: How a Speech Language Pathologist Has Seen Her Work Evolve

Edsurge

Debi Ryan insists that bad days are few and far between in her line of work as a school-based speech language pathologist. The good days, she says, are abundant thanks in great part to her ongoing enthusiasm for and belief in the power of communication in the lives of children and adults. She calls her job soul-filling, and she has anecdotes to back it up.

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Teacher-Authors: What’s Happening on my Writer’s Blog

Ask a Tech Teacher

A lot of teacher-authors read my Ask a Tech teacher. In this monthly column, I share a popular post from the past month from my writing blog, WordDreams Good efriend Terri Webster Schrandt reminded me of National Love Your Pet Day last year on her blog, Sunday Stills. I’ve waited all year to add my own celebration! According to National Today Calendar, February 20 is Love Your Pet Day.

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Transformational leadership: Safe harbors, or turbulent seas?

eSchool News

Key points: Transformational leaders have both vision and insight and accept the obligation to equip young people for today’s world Advancing digital equity through teacher leadership Em-pathy, not un-pathy, in school leadership For more news on transformation, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub A ship is safe in a harbor, but thats not what ships are for [1] Successful educational transformation in contemporary times is like courageously navigating from where you are to where yo

Knowledge 307
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Fostering Academic Excellence and Student Wellbeing

k12 Digest

James Kemp is an experienced international school leader, educational consultant, and published writer. Currently the Deputy Head of School at Mooltripakdee International School in Pattaya, Thailand, he has over 15 years of experience in education across the UK, South America and South East Asia. Passionate about leadership through service, he believes in fostering both academic excellence and student wellbeing.

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How to Develop an Effective Framework for AI Readiness

Edsurge

How can we prepare students for a world increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence? If you are in the education field, its likely that you are dealing with AI in some way. AI readiness has emerged as a key focus area for forward-thinking educators. This approach goes beyond simply teaching students how to use AI tools; it aims to develop a comprehensive set of skills that will enable students to understand, critically evaluate and ethically engage with AI technologies.

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AI is changing the role of teaching assistants

eSchool News

Key points: AI can empower TAs to better support student learning Revolutionizing storytelling with AI: Empowering ELLs Harnessing generative AI to revolutionize educator growth For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub The role of a teaching assistant (TA), sometimes known as a paraprofessional, is more complex than ever.

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Pioneering a Future Where Education Meets Innovation

k12 Digest

Dr. Fahad Altuwaijrys journey from academia to executive leadership is a testament to his belief in educations transformative power. Starting as an Assistant Professor in Computer Engineering at the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC), he quickly recognized that the classroom, while impactful, was just the beginning of where change could happen.

Education 130
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Why Blackness Matters in Early Childhood Development

Edsurge

What does Blackness mean to you? My Black is colorful, quick-witted, dynamic, innovative and brilliant. My Blackness meant I grew up getting my hair straightened with a hot comb that would burn the tops of my ears if I didn't quickly and effectively hold my ears down. It meant my mom had a personal deep fryer and would make me catfish and french fries for breakfast before I went to school.

Culture 149
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From Play to Profession: Why Kids Should Discover Skilled Trades

Ask a Tech Teacher

This is a topic dear to my heart–non-college options for high school grads. The Ask a Tech Teacher team has a good summary of why students should consider journeyman trades and vocational schools over college: From Play to Profession: Why Kids Should Discover Skilled Trades For years, the dominant message to young people has been that college is the only pathway to success.

Skills 131
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How schools can fight growing ransomware attacks

eSchool News

Key points: The education sector is a key target for cyberattackers Preparing for evolving ransomware threats in 2025 How to prepare for a school cybersecurity audit For more news on K-12 cybersecurity, visit eSNs IT Leadership hub The education sector is facing a growing and multiplying menace: a surge in cyberattacks by ransomware groups that are leveraging generative artificial intelligence and other sophisticated tools.

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St. Sebastian Parish School: Inspiring Faith, Community, and Future-Ready Leaders

k12 Digest

When Anthony Rohr walks the halls of St. Sebastian Parish School , hes reminded of the generations who have passed through its doorsstudents who not only learned their ABCs but also grew in faith, character, and community. This year, the school celebrates 95 years of educating young minds, a milestone that speaks volumes about its enduring commitment to excellence.

STEM 130
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Beyond Syllabus Week: Creative Strategies to Engage Students from Day One

Faculty Focus

Ever wonder why students dont read the syllabus, despite the time and effort we put into creating it? It serves as a contract between instructors and students (Eberly, Newton, & Wiggins, 2001), outlining the entire semesters expectations, assignments, and deadlines. Yet, many students simply arent motivated to read it. They often find syllabi overwhelming, unengaging, or even unreadable.

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Making Space for Community and Student Well-Being

EdTech Magazine

K12 libraries are finding their place in a highly digital world. More than a location to check out books and conduct research, these areas are transforming into hubs for creation, community and student well-being. These makerspaces feature a range of technologies, from high-tech options to low-tech ones, that meet a variety of student interests and needs.

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Closing the K-2 learning gap through systematic writing instruction

eSchool News

Key points: Schools can help teachers provide systematic writing instruction by providing coaching and professional development 5 ways we used our literacy platforms to engage students Science teachers, math teachers, history teacherswere reading teachers now For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub With educators under enormous pressure to make sure students meet grade level standards in reading and math, writing often takes a back seat in the curriculum, as many lit

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25+ Video Collections

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here are some excellent themed video collections to use in your classroom ( click here for updates on the list) : Big Think BBC Bitesize Bright Science –short videos on various science topics Clip Syndicate Coverr –short videos; free download; no login Critical Past –original videos from mid-1800’s and forward of amazing events in world history.

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Engaging Students in Collaborative Research and Writing Through Positive Psychology, Student Wellness, and Generative AI Integration

Faculty Focus

Co-Authored By Aaliyah Lee-Raji, Amadis Canizales, Amaiya Peterson, Andrew Stillwell, Anessa Mayorga, Aniyah Campbell, A’niyah Leather, Anna Fleeman, Brookelyn Vivas, Cassandra Mathieu, Christian Bennett, Clio Chatelain, Daniel Abernethy, Fatoumata Sow, India Davis, Isabella Maiello, Jazmine Collins, Jennifer Sanchez-Martinez, Joseph Stauffer, Karlee Howard, Kaylee Japak, Keanell Tonny, Kristian Isom, Leonardo Pisa, Mackenzie Lemus, Maddox Wreski, Madelyn Beasley, and Saverio Consolazio In

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Are Passkeys Right for Your K–12 Schools?

EdTech Magazine

Passkeys are the latest version of an advanced web-based authentication, WebAuthn. Reducing the risk of phishing and data breaches, passkeys can be a great answer to the problem of passwords and two-factor authentication systems. What Are Passkeys? Passkeys are a form of public/private cryptography used for authentication. With passkeys, a users browser (or hardware token) generates a public/private key pair for each web application.

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A critical shift in digital instruction in 2025

eSchool News

This post originally appeared on the Christensen Institute’s blog , and is reposted here with permission. Key points: Learning at the right level is one of the most powerful solutions for children Growing communicative, knowledge-building composers: A focus on process Asking the right questions: Unlocking the full potential of AI tools For more news on digital instruction, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Most K-12 schools in the US will continue to use learning management systems (L

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Tech Tip #107: Ways to Avoid Phishing

Ask a Tech Teacher

In these 169 tech-centric situations, you get an overview of pedagogythe tech topics most important to your teachingas well as practical strategies to address most classroom tech situations, how to scaffold these to learning, and where they provide the subtext to daily tech-infused education. Today’s tip: Email Phishing Category: Parents Q: I got an email that looks legitimate, but Im not sure.

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What Job Design Can Teach Us About Course Design

Faculty Focus

As an industrial/organizational psychologist, work is always on my mind. Naturally, I am interested in understanding ways to make work better for others, but I also regularly apply research and theory to my own job. One long-standing approach to building better jobs is to make them more interesting for employees. Work that is interesting is inherently more motivating, more satisfying, and reduces turnover (Parker et al., 2017 for a summary).

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Teaching Strategies: The Three-Step Interview

Teach Hub

Looking to boost student engagement and collaboration in your classroom? The three-step interview learning strategy is an effective approach that fosters active participation, improves communication, and helps students develop critical life skills like active listening and teamwork. Here well explore what this strategy is, the benefits it offers, and how you can seamlessly implement it into your teaching routine.

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Rural areas are poised for unique STEM education, but need more resources

eSchool News

This post originally appeared on the NAS news site and is reposted here with permission. Key points: STEM learning in rural areas can leverage strong connections to surroundings and students culture Using free resources to connect the environment to education 3 tips to authentically engage students in real-world STEM learning For more news on STEM education trends, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub A new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine offers a road

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The Benefits of Online Learning for Early Reading Skills

k12

Online Learning Literacy Solutions Online education offers innovative solutions for many students who are first learning to read, which helps address early literacy concerns. When students struggling to read are able to learn at their own pace from the comfort of home, they can better focus on their own learning without classroom distractions. At K12-powered schools, the personalized approach to learning paired with engaging, interactive curriculum helps students develop a love for reading.

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Beyond Syllabus Week: Creative Strategies to Engage Students from Day One

Faculty Focus

Ever wonder why students dont read the syllabus, despite the time and effort we put into creating it? It serves as a contract between instructors and students (Eberly, Newton, & Wiggins, 2001), outlining the entire semesters expectations, assignments, and deadlines. Yet, many students simply arent motivated to read it. They often find syllabi overwhelming, unengaging, or even unreadable.

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Beyond Tired: Recognizing Teacher Burnout Symptoms

Teach Hub

Many teachers invest so much in their students, their lessons, and managing the demands of their classroom that they dont even realize when exhaustion creeps in, and what once felt fulfilling now feels overwhelming. Teacher burnout isnt just feeling a little tired or stressed, its a deep, persistent fatigue that drains your energy. It affects your mood, your motivation, and your ability to find joy in things you once loved.

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Whitney Brothers® elevatED™ CollectionReceives Design Journal BEST of 2024 Award

eSchool News

Keene, NH Acclaimed furniture brand Whitney Brothers today announced its new elevatED Collection of furniture for young learners received a BEST of 2024 award from Design Journal, a leading global trade resource for interior designers, architects and facility managers. A Design Journal panel of 2,400 internationally renowned interior designers, architects and facility managers cited the elevatED Collections distinct contemporary style and its inventive adaptation across 46 individual pieces in

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Understanding School Budgets: When and How Schools Buy

k12 Prospects

Selling to K-12 schools requires a deep understanding of how school budgets work and when purchasing decisions are made. Schools operate within strict financial cycles that determine when funds become available and how they can be spent. Vendors who align their sales strategies with these budgetary processes can significantly increase their chances of securing contracts.

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What Job Design Can Teach Us About Course Design

Faculty Focus

As an industrial/organizational psychologist, work is always on my mind. Naturally, I am interested in understanding ways to make work better for others, but I also regularly apply research and theory to my own job. One long-standing approach to building better jobs is to make them more interesting for employees. Work that is interesting is inherently more motivating, more satisfying, and reduces turnover (Parker et al., 2017 for a summary).

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The BEST Test-Taking Strategies

Teaching with a Mountain View

State testing season is just around the corner, and we know the pressure it brings… not just for students but for you as their guide and biggest cheerleader. To help make test prep a little easier, were sharing the BEST test-taking strategies that set your students up for success! These practical tips will save you prep time while giving your students an edge.

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CoSN outlines trends, challenges in K-12 innovation

eSchool News

Key points: As learning evolves, leaders will take steps to ensure their districts innovate as they educate The psychology of Disruptive Innovation Leveraging connectivity to tackle K-12s biggest challenges For more news on K-12 innovation, visit eSN’s Educational Leadership hub A new annual report from CoSN outlines the challenges, mega-trends, and tools set to impact education innovation in 2025–and for the first time, the report also highlights key themes connecting present-day ed

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Beyond Tired: Recognizing Teacher Burnout Symptoms

Teach Hub

Many teachers invest so much in their students, their lessons, and managing the demands of their classroom that they dont even realize when exhaustion creeps in, and what once felt fulfilling now feels overwhelming. Teacher burnout isnt just feeling a little tired or stressed, its a deep, persistent fatigue that drains your energy. It affects your mood, your motivation, and your ability to find joy in things you once loved.

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Engaging Students in Collaborative Research and Writing Through Positive Psychology, Student Wellness, and Generative AI Integration

Faculty Focus

Co-Authored By Aaliyah Lee-Raji, Amadis Canizales, Amaiya Peterson, Andrew Stillwell, Anessa Mayorga, Aniyah Campbell, A’niyah Leather, Anna Fleeman, Brookelyn Vivas, Cassandra Mathieu, Christian Bennett, Clio Chatelain, Daniel Abernethy, Fatoumata Sow, India Davis, Isabella Maiello, Jazmine Collins, Jennifer Sanchez-Martinez, Joseph Stauffer, Karlee Howard, Kaylee Japak, Keanell Tonny, Kristian Isom, Leonardo Pisa, Mackenzie Lemus, Maddox Wreski, Madelyn Beasley, and Saverio Consolazio In

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Beyond Web Filtering: Why Schools Must Invest in Smarter Student Safety

Gaggle Speaks

Recently a school district CIO wondered aloud, How many of the students we lost to suicide used a school-issued device or account to learn about suicide? How many of them used school resources to look for help? These are the kinds of questions that no educator or school leader wants to askbut they are the ones that demand urgent answers. Student safety is no longer just about keeping explicit or violent content off school networks.

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AI in K-12 instruction: Insights from instructional coaches

eSchool News

Key points: As AI evolves, educators must be proactive in shaping how it is used In Wyoming, enhancing AI-human collaboration in IEP development Harnessing generative AI to revolutionize educator growth For more news on AI in education, visit eSNs Digital Learning hub As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes an integral part of modern education, instructional coaches play a pivotal role in guiding teachers on its implementation, bridging the gap between emerging educational technologies and effec

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6 Amazing Text Features Anchor Charts & Nonfiction Text Feature Poster Ideas

Elementary Nest

Elementary Nest 6 Amazing Text Features Anchor Charts & Nonfiction Text Feature Poster Ideas Text features anchor charts are an easy visual way to help your students fully understand text features. When kids get understand text features like captions, headings, and diagrams, reading nonfiction becomes so much easier. Whether you’re introducing them for the first time or giving your students a refresher, a good anchor chart can really help things visually click. 1.

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