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Art Green, Dean of Students at YESPhilly Accelerated High School in North Philadelphia, draws on his corrections experience to prioritize student safety and personal growth. He focuses on building up at-risk students in a challenging urban environment. The approach emphasizes supportive discipline over punitive measures. Key Points Art Green’s transition from corrections officer to educator […]

Blackboard executives argue that detecting AI-assisted cheating in education is increasingly impossible and a lost cause. One executive remains unconcerned, suggesting a shift in how professors assess student learning to address the issue. This approach emphasizes reforming evaluation methods for better outcomes. Key Points Blackboard leaders view AI cheating detection as ineffective Executive advocates changing

California’s math reform aimed to eliminate remedial courses and accelerate students into college-level math, but it has resulted in higher failure rates for some. The policy, intended as a shortcut to equity, has instead created challenges for underprepared students. Critics argue it overlooks individual needs, exacerbating educational gaps. Key Points Reform eliminated traditional remedial math

The opinion piece discusses a teacher’s 2016 experience in the Brooklyn Historical Society archives, where they learned about abolition, women’s suffrage, and the legacy of enslavement through original documents. The author argues that teachers are increasingly deprived of similar professional development opportunities to study Black history and incorporate it into classroom lessons. This deprivation is

A proposal for Next Generation Technology High School in New York City aims to provide AI-focused STEM education for students. The screened admissions public high school is intended to train future technology professionals. However, families in Manhattan’s District 2 are opposing the plan, citing various concerns. Key Points Proposal for AI-focused public high school with

School districts are expanding beyond traditional career simulations by forming partnerships with local community clients. This initiative provides students with hands-on, real-world opportunities to develop practical skills. The approach aims to better prepare K-12 students for future careers through direct engagement with industry professionals. Key Points Districts partner with community clients for authentic experiences Moves

A new book by Doug Lemov, Colleen Driggs, and Erica Woolway titled ‘The Teach Like a Champion Guide to the Science of Reading’ provides practical guidance for teachers. It emphasizes getting students to read fluently and engage with books through reading and writing activities. The book aims to bridge the gap between reading science research

The article discusses a parent’s decision to seek afterschool tutoring for their daughter struggling with pre-algebra due to gaps from virtual learning during the 2020-2021 school year. It highlights a five percentage point increase in tutoring participation, indicating a growing trend. The author advocates for making widespread tutoring a permanent and universal feature in education.

A recent paper reveals that the academic gap between the highest- and lowest-achieving students in most U.S. schools has significantly increased since 2005. This divergence is primarily due to stagnation among struggling students, which escalated into substantial learning losses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The authors highlight how these trends underscore ongoing challenges in educational equity.

A federal judge has blocked a Trump administration policy requiring higher education institutions to report racial data. The lawsuit was filed by California and 16 Democratic state attorneys general, arguing against the mandate. The policy aimed to collect data potentially related to admissions and diversity practices. Key Points Lawsuit led by California challenges Trump-era higher