eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2025

In today’s world, where misinformation is rampant and digital literacy is more important than ever, students must also develop the critical thinking skills to evaluate sources and identify truth. Students, in turn, build literacy skills in context, rather than treating reading as an isolated subject.

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eSchool News

JULY 7, 2025

We would go to one platform to look at their reading data, another for their behavior data, and yet another for math. We now incorporate all our non-academic data, such as attendance, as well as comprehensive academic grades and scores from courses and testing, both current and historical.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. The Preparatory Programs support students who thrive in a structured setting without the added stress of homework or standardized testing.

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eSchool News

MAY 1, 2025

Starting this fall, Alabama high school students can choose to take these classes–or any other state-approved career and technical education courses–in place of upper level math and science, such as Algebra 2 or chemistry. They were saying, We really need students with skills over, say, calculus, Mackey said.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Content areas, such as math and science, and other areas like memory, executive function, and social-emotional development are being informed by research. And while the science of reading is currently in the forefront of media cycles, many other areas of education are being informed by cognitive neuroscience research.

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2025

Key points: Building an app for kids came with unique challenges A new era for teachers as AI disrupts instruction With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI tools for kids, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub A recent survey found that 88 percent of U.S.

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eSchool News

JUNE 13, 2025

When he graduates in June, Brito will have completed several diploma pathways, including ones aimed at preparing for college and building career skills. Some students get funneled to the military pathway, despite having no aspirations to serve, because the aptitude test is easier to pass. But his experience isn’t necessarily typical.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 22, 2025

You become their biggest advocate as they grow in subjects like math, science, and English. Make math hands-on and incorporate vertical learning 4. Introduce core subjects, like math, English, science, and social studies, through play, creativity, and real-world experiences. Table of Contents 1. Start with core concepts 2.

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Teach Hub

MAY 2, 2025

Experiential Learning for Younger Students Younger students are naturally curious and love exploring the world around them, these activities harness that energy while reinforcing key skills. Students build communication skills, empathy, and problem-solving abilities by stepping into different roles.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

For instance, at B.School, we designed a cross-subject project around the theme “Our Green Neighborhood,” where students from Grades 3 to 5 explored science (recycling, energy use), math (data collection), and language arts (report writing and public speaking) through hands-on fieldwork and community interviews.

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Edsurge

JULY 9, 2025

School shouldn’t just be a place to learn academic skills, but a place for students to practice making meaningful decisions about their learning and lives. In grade school, I was a confident student who knew how to ace tests and please my teachers. Once I got to college, however, my A-student record failed me.

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Edsurge

MAY 9, 2025

Not only do these courses offer students a jump-start on credits once they get to college, but they also equip them with skills like time management, critical thinking and study habits that researchers say encourage them to enroll and stay in college. Some states have eligibility requirements, such as passing a standardized test.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Content areas, such as math and science, and other areas like memory, executive function, and social-emotional development are being informed by research. And while the science of reading is currently in the forefront of media cycles, many other areas of education are being informed by cognitive neuroscience research.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

They’ll memorize elaborate lore, master mechanics, mimic skills, and explain them to others—all without being assigned a single worksheet. Billions of dollars and countless reforms have gone toward efforts to raise test scores and close achievement gaps. Or modding computers. These are not marginal improvements.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2025

A University of Pennsylvania study from 2024 found that students using AI for math prep scored lower. Over-reliance on AI could lead to gaps in fundamental skills, as students may not critically engage with the material. How can schools test the accessibility of AI tools? How can AI tutors affect long-term academic performance?

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

For instance, at B.School, we designed a cross-subject project around the theme “Our Green Neighborhood,” where students from Grades 3 to 5 explored science (recycling, energy use), math (data collection), and language arts (report writing and public speaking) through hands-on fieldwork and community interviews.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JULY 24, 2025

I love these games because they are: No prep Tailored for upper elementary, but adaptable for younger or older students Perfect for use anytime you have an extra five minutes (morning meetings, after tests, end of the day, or whenever you need to switch things up!) Here are some of my favorites!

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Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2025

The framework was developed with input from district subject matter experts (including computer science, math and science teachers) and external partners. With the item and test analyses in hand, the research team and school district collaborated to produce a final version of the diagnostic assessment designed for high school students.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 4, 2025

STEM isnt just the latest teaching topic: Its an innovative, cross-curricular way to strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking skills across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Launch STEM learning with bottle rockets Bottle rockets are a STEM classic that combine engineering, math, and the principles of rocketry.

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Teach Hub

JULY 18, 2025

Why the Basics Matter Every single skill starts with a foundation. Before a student is able to solve a complex math problem, they must know their math facts. When and Where It Works Best Rote learning is most effective in early elementary classrooms where students need to develop fluency in both reading and math.

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eSchool News

MAY 1, 2025

Educators ranked supporting students mental health and social skill development among the issues that have the lowest potential for AI to have a positive impact, according to the survey of more than 1,300 K-12 and higher education educators in 19 countries, including the U.S.,

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Cal Matters

JUNE 25, 2025

And they entered college with gaps in study skills and anxiety about social interactions. UC Riverside found that math and writing skills were lower among the students who graduated from high school during the pandemic than for previous high school graduates. They struggled to pass classes and navigate college applications.

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Tunstalls Teaching Tidbits

MAY 17, 2025

40 printable gift tags Budget-friendly gift ideas Perfect for students, colleagues, and staff Summer Skill Review Booklets to Keep the Learning Going Prevent the summer slide with our Summer Skill Review Packets for Grades K-3. These classroom-tested resources are designed to help you end the year with purpose, ease, and joy.

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Teacher Mood

JULY 6, 2025

Students know when the day lacks structure, and they tend to respond with off-task behavior, testing boundaries, or simply shutting down. In my Phonics Mega Bundle , every activity is designed to support real skill development without relying on the teacher’s constant presence. It’s not just a matter of academic loss. The best part?

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Elevate k12

JULY 3, 2025

Without them, schools may struggle to provide coaching, mentoring, or skill development for staff already stretched thin. Pay special attention to roles that directly impact legal compliance, such as Special Education, ELL, or state-tested subjects. Pay special attention to Title I campuses and state-tested subjects.

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k12

JULY 10, 2025

They benefit visual learners, particularly those involving diagrams, math problems, or brainstorming sessions. Or how might a math formula apply to planning a trip or building something? Working with classmates helps them learn new perspectives, develop communication skills, and build confidence in their ideas.

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Edsurge

JULY 14, 2025

Five years ago, Alabama's math was literally the worst. On national assessments from 2019, the state was ranked last in the country for math performance. Across the state, only 22 percent of students were proficient in math — a percentage that was lower for Black and low-income students. The turnaround worked. Never Be Prepared?

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k12

JULY 7, 2025

Whether you’re looking for a quick math refresher, an engaging science video, or a writing prompt that’ll make your kid say, “That was fun!”—K12 We all have those moments as homeschool parents when we look at our kids and think, “Are you really getting this, or should I start googling ‘math tutors near me’?” Why use K12 Learning Hub?

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eSchool News

JUNE 30, 2025

For decades, the federal government believed getting more students interested in science, math, and technology was a national security priority. At the time Take Flight lost its National Science Foundation grant, its curriculum was being tested by 1,200 students and 30 rural middle school teachers across 10 states.

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k12

JUNE 24, 2025

However, my coolest high school classes are probably my forensic science course, my 3D animation course, and my practical math course, which teaches me how to complete important life math like filing taxes and understanding credit. Sometimes more if there’s a test coming up. I’ve been taking dual enrollment since I was 14!

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Primary Punch

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

The articulation deck includes 25 different phonemes and the language deck has 20 different language skills. These boom books have WH- questions, sequencing, retelling, and a mini-story that I can use to target so many language skills. The language deck is mostly reading though so better for middle-upper elementary.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2025

This story about math recovery was produced by The Hechinger Report , a nonprofit, independent news organization focused on inequality and innovation in education. In early February, seventh grade math teacher Jamie Gallimore tried something new: She watched herself teach class. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

How can you help them improve their writing skills and have fun at the same time? Is there a skill you wish you had? Are the drawbacks of animal testing worth the benefits to humans? Hone debate and research writing skills Can your students back up their opinions? High schoolers write a lot every school day.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 31, 2017

As a country, our financial literacy skills are dismal. Nearly two-thirds of Americans can’t pass a basic financial literacy test, and data from the Federal Reserve show that consumer debt hit an all-time high in early August. 7 states (+DC) require a standardized test on personal finance concepts be administered.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 30, 2025

From riddles you can use as icebreakers and bell ringers to riddles made just for science and math, we’ve got plenty of head scratchers and brain teasers to keep the learning going (with a few giggles in between!). Test your students’ funny bones and critical thinking skills with these science-themed riddles and jokes.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

If you’re evaluating math programs at your school, a good option to consider is ORIGO Education’s Stepping Stones. Here’s one educator’s story about how Stepping Stones made a big difference with his students’ math skills: How Magnolia ISD has ‘leveled the playing field’ for students in math.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

In todays technology-rich classrooms, digital literacy is becoming a foundational skill–students are learning to navigate devices, use educational software, and collaborate online. Every test score, attendance log, learning app, or digital assignment generates data. Whether we realize it or not, data is everywhere in our schools.

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