eSchool News

JULY 4, 2025

public school teachers believed AI does more good than harm in education. Rather than preparing children to thrive in an AI-driven world, the prevailing American impulse is to fence it off–especially in schools. Isn’t school supposed to prepare you for your future?” Roughly one-quarter said it does more harm than good.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 1, 2025

I failed to appreciate the value of clear expectations and the inescapable necessity that my students needed to walk out of my class with a grade. For the next four years, I used Kevin Gannons grading contract to implement more structure and Barbara Schapiros third space to reflect on what worked for me and my students.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Charlotte, NC Discovery Education , the creators of indispensable K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced an exciting new slate of standards-aligned educational content and instructional resources for Back-to-School 2025 that will inspire teachers and engage students.

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Edsurge

JUNE 20, 2025

When she needed a fun end-of-year activity for her first-grade students incorporating Candyland, gummy bears and phonics, Irene Farmer turned to ChatGPT. “It Starbridge , which uses AI to help businesses spot early buying signals from school districts, looked at 5,000 U.S. Grading, especially, is viewed with skepticism.

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Edsurge

MAY 21, 2025

While the research underscores the critical role teachers play in their students futures, being an educator is perhaps as difficult as it has ever been, the report authors write. This poses a risk for schools struggling to retain talented, experienced educators, as Gallup research finds that workers who report high levels of burnout are 2.6

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k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Northern Colorado, a Master of Science in International Political Economy from the Colorado School of Mines, an MBA in Finance from the Quantic School of Business and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Leadership and Innovation at Purdue University – Global.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

That moment in 1915 became the foundation of what is now Elmwood School an institution that, in 2025, proudly celebrates 110 years of inspiring young women to lead with confidence and purpose. The schools leap into the future began in 1978 with the introduction of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 14, 2025

All you need is designated time in your class, the right writing materials, and a prompt that really inspires them. This list of 8th grade writing prompts is sure to put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboards!) ” You’ll also find tips for getting middle schoolers to write in every class. Yes, even math!

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 22, 2025

Block out time for reading and writing 3. Preschool: Full Year Curriculum {Plans and Printables} BUNDLE By Mrs Plemons Kindergarten Grades: PreK-K This bundle focuses on exposure to core subjects with summary pages, printables, and activity overviews. Table of Contents 1. Start with core concepts 2. Nurture creativity with the arts 7.

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Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2025

Each new school offered a different name, a different ZIP code and a different student handbook, but the same painful story of Black children being overlooked, mislabeled, forgotten and left behind played out again and again: Black children left behind. I walked into classrooms where ninth graders were reading at a third-grade level.

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The Moffatt Girls

JULY 12, 2025

Back-to-school season is here, and we know how important it is to start the year off on the right foot. Our August NO-PREP Journal Writing Prompts are designed to make those first days of school smooth, fun, and filled with creativity. Why Use August Journal Writing Prompts? Just meaningful writing practice—made simple.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 7, 2025

Teaching 8th grade ELA can be a uniquely rewarding experience, as long as you’ve got the right tools. A good classroom management system, a novel list, and a set of writing prompts go a long way to set students and teachers up for success. But is that enough to prepare new teenagers for 9th grade? Table of Contents 1.

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2025

Featured speakers and highlighted voices include school district superintendents, professors, podcasters, executive directors, researchers, authors, and more. We blend math, robotics, reading, and writing for engaging, collaborative learning.

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k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Northern Colorado, a Master of Science in International Political Economy from the Colorado School of Mines, an MBA in Finance from the Quantic School of Business and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Leadership and Innovation at Purdue University – Global.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2025

A first grade teacher with no formal CS background, she jumped at the chance to explore how computer science principles could enhance early literacy instruction — and ended up transforming her classroom in the process. In Jordan School District, teachers would ask, “What’s the algorithm for tying your shoes? “Let’s do it!”

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eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2025

BOSTON – In California, third- to fifth-grade students at 525 schools using Lexia Core5 Reading (Core5) from Lexia , a Cambium Learning Group brand, made significantly higher literacy gains compared to their peers in 4,362 schools that did not use the program. points higher than their peers at the non-Core5 schools.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Currently serving as the school leader in Vietnam, he brings over a decade of experience in school leadership, teacher training, and educational transformation. I realized that to make lasting change, I needed to reach beyond the walls of one school. But as my classroom evolved, so did my vision.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 11, 2025

Ready to ignite your students’ imaginations and sharpen their writing skills? With these engaging 7th grade writing prompts, students will dive into a world of self-expression. They’re developing the skills to investigate real-world topics, explain ideas clearly, and write with purpose.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

MAY 21, 2025

Fun Experiments for Kindergarten and 1st Grade Stir up some wiggles and wide-eyed wonder through inquiry-based learning where elementary students will marvel their way to big ideas and critical thinking. The next day, have students write a secret message using a white crayon on white paper.

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Cal Matters

JUNE 26, 2025

Why would students write anything themselves, instructors wondered, if a chatbot could do it for them? Indeed, many students have taken the bait, if not to write entire essays, then certainly to draft an outline, refine their ideas or clean up their writing before submitting it.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

Featured speakers and highlighted voices include school district superintendents, professors, podcasters, executive directors, researchers, authors, and more. We blend math, robotics, reading, and writing for engaging, collaborative learning.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

The pilot program, in which four GSO students worked with approximately 200 students from the Providence Public School District middle school, was developed by the Rhode Island Department of Education and funded by a $10,000 STEMx Challenge Grant. This ensured that all students at our school were included in the discussions.”

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Teach Thought

JULY 10, 2025

Letter grades are indeed first subjective evaluations of knowledge proficiency, but once they are passed to the hands of the students, they become game components, passed around as proof of the completion of some task, or the achievement of some desired goal (mastering a standard, fulfilling the requirements of an assignment, etc.)

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 13, 2025

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. It’s time to say “welcome back” with style.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 25, 2025

Take a few minutes to ask about what lights them up outside of school. You can also weave in Howard Gardners theory of multiple intelligences to figure out how your students best express themselves; some shine when they write, others when they build, act, or code. Maybe theyre obsessed with video games, animals, or baking.

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Brown Bag Teacher

JULY 18, 2025

If you’re feeling overwhelmed thinking about your first week of school , I want you to know: you’re not alone. What Matters Most the First Week of School Before we talk about plans and pacing, here’s the foundation: the first week of school is not about jumping straight into your curriculum.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 23, 2025

Today: K-12 Technology Curriculum Overview The K-12 Technology Curriculum is Common Core and ISTE aligned, and outlines what should be taught when so students have the necessary scaffolding to use tech for grade level state standards and school curriculum. Lessons build on each other kindergarten through 5th grade.

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The Applicious Teacher

MAY 25, 2025

Teaching UFLI in 2nd grade? After a full year of using the UFLI Phonics program in my second grade classroom, (and for two years prior in small group!) There is no cost to you, but this extra coinage allows me to continue creating free resources and writing awesome content for you! And even more specific: writing on paper. (

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eSchool News

MAY 20, 2025

Thats the question our team of educators in the Oktibbeha County School District set out to answer when we created One-Two-Three-Read!, a motivational reading program designed for third graders–but easily adaptable for other grades as well. A bulletin board reading Want a bright idea?

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 21, 2025

ELA class gives middle schoolers the opportunity to write creatively, read imaginative stories, and present their thoughts and opinions to peers. Use these easy and effective ELA activities for middle school to keep students engaged and teach them valuable skills.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Currently serving as the school leader in Vietnam, he brings over a decade of experience in school leadership, teacher training, and educational transformation. I realized that to make lasting change, I needed to reach beyond the walls of one school. But as my classroom evolved, so did my vision.

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Teach Hub

JULY 25, 2025

Practical Social-Emotional Learning Activities Kindergarten – 2nd Grade At this age, it is essential to present information clearly and straightforwardly for students to understand. Grades 3-5 Upper elementary students are at the age where you can build on their understanding because they are now able to think a little deeper.

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Teach Hub

JUNE 27, 2025

When they hit a hurdle in school, they often freeze or, worse, give up. You have the power to help students tap into their full potential, even when they feel like school just isn’t clicking. The more they struggle in school, the more their brain is telling them that they are no good. That’s where you come in.

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Teacher Toms Blog

JULY 3, 2025

I can pick up this whole school!" "I Sadly, this type of experience is all too rare in American schools, especially the farther one gets from the preschool years. Grades and scores and other assessments are individual things. In school, to boast of one's prowess is no joke: it is the point. No you can't!" "You

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 25, 2025

A new school year means a new classroom — or a chance to give your current set-up a refresh! From back-to-school bulletin board ideas to topical concept bulletin board ideas, you’re only limited by the collective creativity of teachers around the world. Stick all the notes to your bulletin board in order.

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The Hungry Teacher Blog

JULY 21, 2025

Back to school is approaching, and you’re walking in with… nothing. Friday: Pick Your Rhythm When you’re curriculum planning, you’re looking at a lot of different ELA skills: reading, writing, grammar, listening, and vocabulary. They might have 20 minutes dedicated to reading and 20 minutes dedicated to writing. in sixth grade.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

High schoolers write a lot every school day. How can you help them improve their writing skills and have fun at the same time? Thats where daily writing prompts come in! Would you prefer a late start to your school day or an early release? Write a thank-you note to someone in your life. What about 3 hours?

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