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An ESSA Update: Gearing Up for August
Some things you should know about ESSA before August.
Wearable Technology Expected to Increase in Classrooms at Accelerated Rate Over Four Years
Wearable technologies are predicted to expand in classrooms by almost 50 percent over just a four-year period.
New Orleans Struggles to Diversify Its Teachers Following Reform
Most of the educators involved in shaping New Orleans' school reform are white despite overseeing one of the most diverse student populations in the country, leading to demands for change.
Study Finds GPA, Not College Entrance Tests, Best Predictor of Need for Remedial Classes
A new study suggests high school grade point averages should out-weight college entrance exams in remedial course placement.
Inside a School Where Half the Students Don’t Last the School Year
Inside a school where standardized test scores cannot possibly define improvement and success.
Civil Rights Data Release Reveals Millions of Students Chronically Absent, Lack Counselor Assistance
The U.S. Department of Education has released a mass dump of civil rights data that has substantiated the education community's growing concerns.
Elementary School Tries Out Performance-Based Assessment; More to Come Under ESSA
A new performance-based assessment developed by one innovative elementary school in New York is an example of the direction standardized tests might go in after ESSA implementation.
Should Schools Be Doing More to Regulate Elevated Lead Levels in Drinking Water?
Weigh-in on the issue of testing lead levels frequently in the nation's schools.
How One Teacher Used Crowdfunding, Grants and Collaborative PD to Become a Tech Guru
Learn about how this first-grade teacher became an edtech guru in three years' time.
One State Instructs Educators How to Teach Fluid Gender Identity to Young Learners Through Health, Physical Ed Standards
Washington State's latest update to its health standards include a guidance to embrace teaching gender fluidity to young learners.
Educators Believe Schools Need to Do More Data Collecting to Address Students’ Social, Emotional Needs
A majority of thousands of educators and administrators surveyed believe that collecting data on students' behavioral needs should be a priority.
Majority of Disciplined Students Are Students With Disabilities
Further analysis of the recent release of data from the U.S. Department Education has revealed that students with disabled are more likely to be disciplined, absent.
More Information About Minecraft: Education Edition Released
Find out how to download the education version of Minecraft here.
Australian Study Finds Country’s Early Education Teachers Are Avoiding Teaching STEM
An interesting study from an Australian task force comprised of education experts has found that the country’s teachers aren’t all on board to teach Science, Technology, Math and Engineering.
Buffalo School Board Determined to Remove Plastic Surgery Perk from Teachers’ Contracts
For years, teachers in Buffalo, NY have been able to give the city a bill for plastic surgery costs.
The Search for Validation
With these tips you can go from someone in doubt about your career path to a recommitted educator ready to tackle your next class.
College Instructors, Workplace Supervisors Don’t Think Common Core is Preparing Students
A new survey compares Common Core Standards to what college instructors and workplace supervisors actually expect from students.
Teacher Describes Positive Changes After Parent-Inspired Move to Pedal Desks
Are you for or against active furniture in classrooms?
Ed Equality Coalition Urges Charter Schools to Support Students With Emotional & Learning Disabilities
A joint statement from an education equality coalition urges charter schools to serve as an example for including students with disabilities.
ESSA Will Require Schools to Report Homeless Student Graduation Rates for First Time Ever
As the population of homeless students rises, advocates are hopeful that the Every Student Succeeds Act will inspire necessary changes to how schools provide support.

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