Curriculum
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Number of book bans rose sharply in fall 2023
Pen America says there were 4,349 bans in fall 2023, compared to 1,841 in spring 2023.
By Kara Arundel • April 18, 2024 -
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OpinionHow a New Jersey charter is prioritizing literacy to close opportunity gaps
A New Jersey charter school leader writes that declines in reading and writing stand to have the greatest impact on historically marginalized populations.
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TrendlineEquity in Education
From early learning to high school, the pandemic impacted equity at all levels of K-12, from persistent and widening achievement gaps to uneven access to school meals.
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Can high school data science courses expand pathways in STEM?
STEM advocates want more opportunities for the subject in high school but caution that better-defined standards and curriculum are needed.
By Lauren Barack • April 17, 2024 -
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92% of school leaders concerned about academic recovery, NCES survey says
Though some experts predicted a shift from state-mandated summative exams post-pandemic, about two-thirds of administrators still back the approach.
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BY THE NUMBERSHow much are students using AI in their writing?
In the year since Turnitin launched its AI writing detection tool, the company found students have consistently used the tech in classwork.
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POP QUIZTest yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From the ESSER fiscal cliff’s impact on schools to student data privacy concerns, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Anna Merod • April 12, 2024 -
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OpinionAllowing space to discuss tough topics like gender strengthens students’ sense of self
A Vermont program director writes that students must be equipped with tools to talk about their sense of self and their feelings on roles, rules and hierarchies.
By Alex Myers • April 11, 2024 -
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Wisconsin adds Hmong and Asian American history to curriculum requirements
At least seven other states mandate Asian American studies, and a dozen states have academic standards for the subject.
By Kara Arundel • April 10, 2024 -
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How can educators weave fun into math curriculum?
Games and other activities can make the subject more engaging, encourage collaboration and boost student self-esteem, one expert says.
By Lauren Barack • April 10, 2024 -
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Community, student input key to align CTE to workforce needs
Chambers of commerce and local business organizations are among crucial partners to identify growth areas and gain program support, one expert says.
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Book ban attempts soared 65% in 2023
Groups disputing book titles focused on public libraries, where the number of titles targeted rose by 92%, compared to 11% in schools.
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Only about half of K-2 students on track for reading
Mid-year DIBELS assessment data shows the pace of reading progress has slowed for young learners and that 3 in 10 are far behind.
By Kara Arundel • April 3, 2024 -
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How a solar event is eclipsing school plans
From closures to watch parties, schools in at least 13 states are altering their daily schedules for the once-in-a-generation phenomenon.
By Naaz Modan • April 3, 2024 -
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POP QUIZTest yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From a federal plea to address chronic absenteeism to strategies for approaching teacher layoffs, what did you learn from our recent stories?
By Kara Arundel • March 29, 2024 -
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Washington becomes 7th state to require LGBTQ+ related instruction
Another seven states have banned discussion of LGBTQ+ topics in classrooms, illustrating the political divide on the curriculum issue.
By Anna Merod • March 27, 2024 -
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3 curricular approaches to bring the solar eclipse down to Earth
From the sun’s impact on the eye to the particles and cosmic rays it sends to Earth, the rare astral event offers a variety of options for science lessons.
By Lauren Barack • March 27, 2024 -
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High-dosage tutoring brings math gains, study finds
Chicago Public Schools and Georgia's Fulton County Schools' students showed progress after participating in consistent, school-day tutoring programs.
By Kara Arundel • March 27, 2024 -
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Bringing joy and learning to preschoolers through science lessons
Exploring broad scientific concepts can build teachers' confidence and deepen students' foundational learning, an early childhood expert says.
By Kara Arundel • March 20, 2024 -
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Here’s where to start when teaching entrepreneurship
Tasking students with identifying and solving problems that interest them is key, says one nonprofit leader.
By Lauren Barack • March 20, 2024 -
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HVAC pre-apprenticeship program aims to improve skilled worker pipeline
The Pryor High School Innovation Center in Oklahoma is providing hands-on training that includes repairing and maintaining the school’s HVAC systems.
By Nish Amarnath • March 20, 2024 -
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We want to hear about your school district’s rising leaders
Tell us about the innovative leaders in your schools for our fourth annual spotlight on assistant principals and district administrators.
By Roger Riddell • March 19, 2024 -
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How the manufacturing industry is working to interest high schoolers
Community colleges, economic development groups and industry players are collaborating to educate young students about careers in the industry.
By Sakshi Udavant • March 19, 2024 -
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Just 47% of public schools rate themselves highly on college prep
NCES also found only 62% of public schools include college and career milestones in their graduation requirements.
By Naaz Modan • March 19, 2024 -
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Learning shouldn’t take a summer break, White House and Ed Dept say
Districts are being asked to redouble efforts to provide summer learning by using remaining COVID funds and other federal monies.
By Kara Arundel • March 14, 2024 -
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Anti-abortion curriculum measures proliferate in handful of states
Proposals would require students to watch a fetal development animation that has been questioned by state lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
By Naaz Modan • March 13, 2024
