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4 SEL success tips for elementary schools

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Five years ago, we had about 900 students in our K-5 elementary school, with roughly 40 percent of them either eligible for free or reduced lunch. Being in a geographic area that’s challenged by generational poverty and other socioeconomic issues, we needed a way to overcome some fairly steep challenges on the SEL curriculum front.

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The simplest elementary school science edtech

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During the spring of 2020, the global education community faced tremendous disruption as it transitioned to emergency remote teaching in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. During emergency teaching, the innovative educators I work with sought to implement any edtech tool that purported to help keep students engaged in learning.

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5 edtech resources that support literacy in elementary school

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Key points: Literacy is critical for students–and elementary years are a pivotal time These online tools help students develop essential literacy skills See related article: How efficacy studies improve literacy instruction For more news on literacy, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Fall is the best time of year in Montana.

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Newark Public Schools Expands Use of Lexia Core5 and PowerUp to All of its Elementary Schools

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We were using Core5 in just six of our elementary schools prior to the pandemic,” said Dr. Mary Ann Reilly, assistant superintendent for Teaching and Learning. When COVID-19 hit and our schools transitioned to remote learning, we were able to quickly expand Core5 to all our elementary schools.

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5 educators share insights into teaching and learning

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But despite these challenges, there are bright spots in teaching and learning. Inspiring district leaders, classroom teachers, and school staff have found unique and innovative ways to engage students in learning, motivating students to see beyond classroom walls and truly immerse themselves in learning.

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Discovery Museum Celebrates 30 Years of Delivering Hands-On Science in Elementary School Classrooms

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Discovery Museum is celebrating TSW’s 30 th anniversary and thanking schools that have hosted the program for 10+ years with special discounts and STEM prizes, as well as offering referral discounts for all schools.

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From curiosity to clarity: Showcasing career paths to young learners

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Starting career exploration early Elementary school: Building awareness During my judging experience a few weeks ago, I met students who said they knew their career path since they were eight or nine. In elementary school, highlighting a variety of careers to younger students is key.