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A widespread shortage of EpiPens across the country could send children with serious allergies to school without the medication that prevents them from going into anaphylactic shock if they are exposed. The scarce availability, caused by manufacturing issues and local supply disruptions, has been an issue for months. Read more>>
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For struggling readers, technology that automatizes the lower-level processes of reading can bridge the gap between reading skill and students’ ability to comprehend and master grade-level content. Students become more engaged in their learning, show greater self-confidence and increase academic achievement. Read more>>
The latest discussions of the federal school safety commission shifted to prevention by fortifying schools with additional security measures and training. A recent $1.8 million grant will help train high school students with the skills necessary to stabilize the injured and control severe bleeding." Read more>>
Buildings that take into account sensory challenges and environmental impacts on behavior are relatively rare. Many of the features on display in two Minnesota schools, for example, are borrowed from behavioral or mental health facilities—another sector where designers are asked to combine extra security with calming features. Read more>>
Community projects and service learning initiatives allow students to use their classroom skills to benefit the world around them. Read more>>
In a 12-month period in 2016-17, more than one of every four Mississippi households with children—25.8 percent—lacked enough money to buy the food they needed, according to a new report. That rate is the highest of any state in the nation, and over 7 percentage points higher than the 2017 national average. Read more>>
A new study shows that continuing to “raise the bar” during the No Child Left Behind era only had a modest effect at best. That raises questions about whether the small gains were worth the political controversy, and what critics claim were the educational costs, of putting a greater focus on test scores. Read more>>
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In the next two weeks, Florida is expected to launch a new app that will allow people to anonymously report suspicious activity in the state’s schools. It will be designed to send information to threat assessment teams, including the school resource officer assigned to individual schools. Some tips would go directly to 911. Read more>>
A recent poll found 34 percent of parents fear for their child's physical safety at school. That's almost triple the number of parents from 2013. And yet schools are among the safest places for kids. But that hasn't stopped parents, schools and lawmakers from acting on their concerns. Read more>>
Teachers need the support of parents to help them educate kids—and not just by backing up the lessons learned in the classroom. Increasingly, teachers need the financial support of parents. It’s worth highlighting the alarming fact that the typical teacher personally shells about $500 each year on classroom supplies that districts no longer provide. Read more>>
Creating a temperament-inclusive classroom takes time. Teachers can spend time at the beginning of the year getting to know students’ preferred work and communication styles. It’s about striking the balance between collaboration and individual work, creating a classroom culture that values deep listening, reflective pauses and multiple forms of engagement. Read more>>
The Teacher Turnover Calculator prompts education leaders to input data, including the number of teachers, how many leave each year and recruiting expense per position. The tool then evaluates personalized information such as retention rate, turnover costs to the school system and the amount of money that could have been saved by reducing turnover. Read more>>
YurView, an exclusive regional cable network available to Cox Communications video customers, announced its second season of GameTime high school football, featuring 70 live televised games across Cox markets nationwide. This season, YurView is adding an interactive element to the schedule. Read more>>
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The Fast ForWord Foundations I program, which is the new version of the flagship Fast ForWord Language program, includes an intelligent back-end engine that intuits when a student is struggling and provides just-in-time interventions personalized to each learner’s strengths and weaknesses. Read more>>
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The Pennsylvania district picked James P. Harris, who has served as superintendent for the Daniel Boone ASD for the past three years. He will replace Alan Johnson, who submitted his resignation in February after serving Woodland Hills School District for seven years. Read more>>
Derrick Lopez becomes Flint Community Schools' fourth superintendent since 2015. He served as associate superintendent at Southfield Public Schools for two years before taking on the role of interim superintendent during the 2017-18 school year. Read more>>
When Leonia Public Schools' students arrive for their first day of school, many of them will see a familiar face in the office of the superintendent. The newly appointed Superintendent Edward Bertolini was principal of Leonia High School for 19 years. He replaces Superintendent Joanne Megargee, who retired after seven years in the position. Read more>>
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