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Only 27 percent of states plan to sustain K-12 digital access as federal programs end

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“Universal connectivity is more than just internet access–it’s about addressing the digital divide to ensure every student is prepared for post-secondary success,” said Julia Fallon, executive director at SETDA. ” The report provides specific policy recommendations to close the digital divide in education.

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Supporting Students Means Taking Care of Parents, Too. Here?s How Schools Can Help.

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Over the past month, educators across the country have come up with creative ways to support the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of children. We hope that this unprecedented period in our history helps us reimagine how and why to support parents’ wellbeing alongside the needs of our students, even after we move past this crisis.

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FERPA Compliance in the Digital Age: What K–12 Schools Need to Know

EdTech Magazine

That figure, which continues to grow, increasingly includes schools, putting students’ personal data at risk. Department of Education reports that hundreds of educational data breaches occur annually. As of September 2019, at least 10 school districts have been in the news for their own ransomware attacks, and the U.S.

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Are Schools and Edtech Companies Ready for the Digital Accessibility Deadline?

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Like Jacob, many students with disabilities are forced to work extra, advocates argue. They have to learn just like other students, but they can also have to deal with assignments they can’t access and other digital hurdles. Some disability advocates say they appreciate that the Justice Department shifted the burden away from students.

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Election Organizing Went Online This Year With Help From Students Too Young to Vote

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Students younger than 18 volunteered as poll workers, organized voter registration drives and hosted forums for candidates to discuss their platforms. I think that's why we’ve seen a rise in youth involvement in the political process,” says Claire Gelillo, a 17-year-old student and activist. And teenagers answered the call.

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What Will Schools Do in the Fall? Here Are 4 Possible Scenarios

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This scenario requires all educators, support staff, students, parents, and caregivers to remain nimble in the likelihood that there are quick changes in the way learning is accessed.” Younger students, who need more assistance and supervision, may need to attend in-person classes more frequently than older students.

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Service-Learning Can Be the Bridge to Social Emotional Learning. Educators Should Embrace It.

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In 2020, California’s State Board of Education adopted criteria and guidance to award a State Seal of Civic Engagement to students who demonstrate excellence in civics education. Despite the setback, I believe there is still a way for students to re-engage in school, support their communities and learn leadership skills.

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