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Catapult Learning is Approved to Provide High-Dosage Tutoring in Massachusetts Elementary and Secondary Schools

June 10, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

PHILADELPHIA – Catapult Learning, a division of FullBloom that provides intervention programs for students and professional development solutions for teachers in ... Read more

AI in Education

AI in education needs more than innovation–it needs intention

June 11, 2025June 10, 2025 by Sari Factor, Imagine Learning

The future of AI in education will be shaped by the values we embed in the systems we build and the choices we make today.

Generative artificial intelligence is everywhere, including our schools--and it has the potential to transform education. These platforms offer unprecedented opportunities to personalize learning, refine curriculum development, and support…

The Road to Efficiency for K-12 Schools

June 4, 2025 by Jeff Festa

This whitepaper discusses the financial challenges faced by K-12 school districts and advocates for the modernization of travel, expense, ... Read more

AI in Education

AI prompt engineering: A critical new skillset for 21st-century teachers

June 4, 2025June 4, 2025 by Timothy Montalvo, Iona University

Prompt engineering is not just about using AI--it’s about using it wisely, ethically, and creatively in teaching and learning.

Prompt engineering--the ability to craft precise, thoughtful inputs for AI tools to produce effective outputs--is quickly becoming an essential skill in modern education. More than a technical trick,…

AI in Education

How students are really using AI tools: What schools need to know

May 29, 2025 by Teodora Pavkovic, Linewize

It's time for schools and districts to craft AI usage policies to guide their students in the expected and appropriate use of these tools.

AI is fast becoming the tool that we soon won’t be able to do without. And yet, only a quarter of districts in the U.S. have released a formal…

Online & Hybrid Learning

The best tools to create blended learning environments

May 28, 2025 by Lori Oldham, Park Elementary School

In a dynamic blended learning environment, the teacher is a facilitator of learning, mentoring and guiding students as they progress.

Thirty unique, energetic learners enter a bright, welcoming 4th grade classroom. The students’ academic levels span an incredible range--from kindergarten-level skills to almost high school-level proficiency.

Teacher Well-Being

The unseen connection between student absenteeism and teacher burnout

May 22, 2025 by Dr. Michelle Fry, SchoolStatus

Despite clear links between absenteeism and teacher burnout, most educators lack real-time access to data for timely interventions.

The current education crisis isn't just about the need to support student academic recovery--it's also about teacher retention. As districts nationwide struggle to keep classrooms staffed, many fail…

Newsline

GEAR UP South Carolina Partners with National Math and Science Initiative to Expand High-Quality STEM Professional Development Across Seven School Districts

May 20, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

DALLAS / COLUMBIA, S.C. — The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) is proud to announce a new partnership with ... Read more

Newsline

Ohio District Awarded CoSN Trusted Learning Environment Mini Seal for Student Data Privacy Practices

May 16, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Washington, D.C. – CoSN today awarded Delaware Area Career Center in Delaware, Ohio, the Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Mini Seal ... Read more

District Management

At a grim time for math test scores, these districts buck the trend

May 15, 2025 by Steven Yoder, The Hechinger Report, Chalkbeat

$Higher achievement in 8th grade math is associated with higher income and more education, and in Tennessee, math test scores are encouraging.$

In early February, seventh grade math teacher Jamie Gallimore tried something new: She watched herself teach class. The idea had come from Ed Baker, district math coach at…

Innovation Insights

River Valley School District (PA) First to Implement Yourway Learning $1M AI Grant

May 14, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Instructional coaches recognize AI and its potential to enhance learning, improve efficiency, and maintain human-centered learning.

Yourway Learning, a leader in AI-supported educational solutions, announced last week the launch of its $1 million, donor-funded Nationwide AI Grant Initiative. ... Read more

Innovation in Education

Remote Learning Strategies: Beyond the Pandemic

May 14, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

This month’s episode explores how remote and digital learning has evolved beyond emergency pandemic measures into strategic, purpose-driven educational approaches. ... Read more

Newsline

Otus Launches AI Advisory Board to Bring Voices of K-12 Leaders to the Forefront of Innovation

May 14, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

CHICAGO, IL (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Otus, the leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, today announced the formation of the ... Read more

E-rate Funding

Edtech leaders see expanding roles as concerns over AI and cybersecurity increase

May 13, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Key findings in a new report highlight expanding role of edtech leaders amid rising AI, cybersecurity, and connectivity challenges.

If the Supreme Court decides Universal Service/E-Rate is unconstitutional, losing E-rate funding would have a catastrophic impact on the vast majority of school districts, according to CoSN's 2025 State…

Students with Special Needs

Meeting the rising demand for school-based speech and behavioral support

May 8, 2025 by Cheryl Haibach, Kelly Education

Adapting to the growing need for therapy services in schools requires innovation and flexibility--here's how to meet the demand.

As districts and schools nationwide struggle to find qualified therapists, particularly speech-language pathologists and board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs), there’s a growing demand for these specialized professionals.

College and Career Readiness

Prepared for tomorrow: Reimagining readiness in Indiana education

May 2, 2025 by George Philhower, Ed.D., Eastern Hancock Schools & David L. Dimmett, Ed. D., MBOE, Project Lead The Way

To truly support student readiness, teachers need the resources, tools, and confidence to thrive in evolving classrooms.

Across the country, education is on the brink of significant change. Schools, districts, and policymakers grapple with the realities of a rapidly evolving workforce that requires discipline-specific knowledge.

AI in Education

More districts eye AI training for teachers

April 30, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Teachers are integrating AI into instruction, but little is known about how districts are supporting them during the rollout of AI in schools

Roughly half of districts in a nationally representative survey reported that they have provided training to their teachers about generative AI-powered tools as of fall 2024, according to…

College and Career Readiness

How 3 districts reimagined high school and the future of work

April 29, 2025 by Laura Ascione

When districts implement student-driven learning and personalized pathways, high school students understand their strengths and aspirations.

If students are to graduate prepared to succeed as they pursue higher education or join the future-ready workforce, high schools must evolve--and innovative districts are ready to meet…

AI in Education

How 4 districts use AI tools to transform education

April 25, 2025 by Laura Ascione

When it comes to innovative education, AI tools are helping teachers and students take teaching and learning to a new level.

Simply put, AI can do a lot--it can personalize learning, help students expand on ideas for assignments, and reduce time spent on administrative tasks, freeing up educators to…

ISTE+ASCD and Pinterest Partner to Transform Digital Culture in Schools

April 22, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Today, ISTE+ASCD announced a $1 million grant from Pinterest to help school leaders create healthy digital cultures. The initiative will ... Read more

Innovation Insights

CoSN2025 Takeaways: Meet the Winners

April 10, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Honors for edtech leaders across the country are always a highlight of one of edtech’s most influential events of the ... Read more

NoRedInk and the National Writing Project Partner to Inspire the Next Generation of Writers in the Age of Gen AI

April 9, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

SAN FRANCISCO – NoRedInk, the comprehensive online writing platform provider used in over 60% of U.S. school districts, has partnered ... Read more

CoSN 2025 Takeaways, Part 3: Navigating AI Opportunities and Risks

April 9, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Kevin Kiley, President of Airia, who was at the show introducing Brainfreeze, an AI Platform for Education, thinks we’re at ... Read more

Takeaways from CoSN2025, Part 2: AI Integration Shifts from “If” to “How” in Education

April 10, 2025April 8, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Want to find out about some of the latest advancements with the most powerful edtech company? Google it! Also, listen ... Read more

Innovation Insights

What the End of DoED Means for the EdTech Industry

April 17, 2025April 3, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

The Fed’s influence over school districts had implications beyond just funding and data. Eliminating The Office of Education Technology (OET) ... Read more

Newsline

Almost 2,000 Schools and Districts Choose Lexia® English Language Development™ to Support Emergent Bilingual Students’ English Language Acquisition

April 1, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

BOSTON (March 31, 2025) – In recent months, almost 2,000 schools and districts have purchased or renewed licenses for Lexia ... Read more

Innovation Insights

AI as an Admin Tool: Making School Website Accessibility Easier

April 1, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

With the right approach to AI, teachers can make unparalleled strides in personalization, and accessibility in lesson plans and assessment.

First, there was the scare cycle: “AI is going to take all the teacher jobs!” Then there was the hype ... Read more

District Management

How will schools replace devices bought during the pandemic?

April 1, 2025 by Dennis Pierce

Edtech leaders are grappling with the question of replacing pandemic devices as millions of student devices near the end of their life cycle.

During the pandemic, thousands of school systems used emergency relief aid to buy laptops, Chromebooks, and other digital devices for students to use in remote learning.

Student Data Security

Is your district safeguarding student data?

March 25, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

District edtech leaders offer an unprecedented look at gaps and opportunities in student data privacy across the nation.

Protecting student data is critical for school district IT leaders, but many cite leadership and training gaps, along with time and manpower, as obstacles in that pursuit, according…

District Management

K-12 student attendance improves, but interventions are still needed

March 24, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

While younger students approach pre-pandemic attendance levels, high schoolers remain at risk of chronic absenteeism, according to a survey. student attendance

For the first half of the 2024-25 school year, overall K-12 student attendance rates have improved, continuing the progress seen over the past two years, according to a…

Driving Change in Workforce Management

March 31, 2025March 13, 2025 by Jeff Festa

School districts are faced with decisions on how to adopt technology throughout school operations, not just in classrooms. Though new ... Read more

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

What keeps boys from reading and girls from STEM? Stereotypes

March 7, 2025 by Erin Werra, Skyward

Implicit bias plays a role in why girls are thought of as not strong in STEM subjects, and why boys avoid reading and writing.

When pondering the stereotypes girls face early on, there’s an equal but opposite reaction for their masculine peers. As we start breaking down barriers for girls in STEM,…

District Management

Education renovation: Transforming classrooms and districts through an HGTV lens

March 3, 2025 by Kelly Carpenter, Gananda Central School District

Education renovation isn’t just about fixing what’s broken; it’s about creating districts and systems that truly work for all learners.

At a time when schools can be limited by obsolete teaching methods, inequitable policies, and uninspiring school cultures, we should aspire to rehab the features of an antiquated education…

Newsline

BloomBoard Partners with Barry University to Fill Florida’s Persistent Teacher Vacancies

February 24, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

MIAMI – According to the Florida Education Association, nearly 10,000 of the state’s public school teaching positions were vacant at ... Read more

Newsline

Carousel Digital Signage Integrates with CrisisGo to Empower Safer School Communities

February 14, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Carousel Digital Signage announces a new technology partnership with CrisisGo that enables K-12 schools and businesses to deliver ... Read more

Student Well-Being

Expanded learning can improve student well-being

February 13, 2025 by Chris Murphy, Elevo

Out-of-school time programs increase student engagement and help them prepare to succeed in school and thrive in life.

Out-of-school time (OST) programs have received a lot of attention over the past few years as districts across the country continue to address the lingering effects of pandemic-related…

Catapult Learning is Approved to Provide High-Dosage Tutoring in Massachusetts Elementary and Secondary Schools

AI in education needs more than innovation–it needs intention

AI prompt engineering: A critical new skillset for 21st-century teachers

How students are really using AI tools: What schools need to know

The best tools to create blended learning environments

The unseen connection between student absenteeism and teacher burnout

GEAR UP South Carolina Partners with National Math and Science Initiative to Expand High-Quality STEM Professional Development Across Seven School Districts

Ohio District Awarded CoSN Trusted Learning Environment Mini Seal for Student Data Privacy Practices

At a grim time for math test scores, these districts buck the trend

River Valley School District (PA) First to Implement Yourway Learning $1M AI Grant

Remote Learning Strategies: Beyond the Pandemic

Otus Launches AI Advisory Board to Bring Voices of K-12 Leaders to the Forefront of Innovation

Edtech leaders see expanding roles as concerns over AI and cybersecurity increase

Meeting the rising demand for school-based speech and behavioral support

Prepared for tomorrow: Reimagining readiness in Indiana education

More districts eye AI training for teachers

How 3 districts reimagined high school and the future of work

How 4 districts use AI tools to transform education

ISTE+ASCD and Pinterest Partner to Transform Digital Culture in Schools

CoSN2025 Takeaways: Meet the Winners

NoRedInk and the National Writing Project Partner to Inspire the Next Generation of Writers in the Age of Gen AI

CoSN 2025 Takeaways, Part 3: Navigating AI Opportunities and Risks

Takeaways from CoSN2025, Part 2: AI Integration Shifts from “If” to “How” in Education

What the End of DoED Means for the EdTech Industry

Almost 2,000 Schools and Districts Choose Lexia® English Language Development™ to Support Emergent Bilingual Students’ English Language Acquisition

AI as an Admin Tool: Making School Website Accessibility Easier

How will schools replace devices bought during the pandemic?

Is your district safeguarding student data?

K-12 student attendance improves, but interventions are still needed

What keeps boys from reading and girls from STEM? Stereotypes

Education renovation: Transforming classrooms and districts through an HGTV lens

BloomBoard Partners with Barry University to Fill Florida’s Persistent Teacher Vacancies

Expanded learning can improve student well-being

With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts

Counslr Launches in Texas to Increase Access to Mental Health Support for Staff and Students

Ignite Reading Again Approved as 1:1 High-Dosage Early Literacy Tutoring Provider in Massachusetts

aiEDU and The Rithm Project Partner to Infuse Human Connection into AI Literacy Through High School ELA Curriculum

Catapult Learning is Approved to Provide High-Dosage Tutoring in Massachusetts Elementary and Secondary Schools

Birmingham City Schools Leads Groundbreaking Research on Student Motivation and Math Achievement

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