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Houston ISD Takeover May End This School Year: What Families Should Watch
State officials say Houston ISD’s state takeover could end as early as the close of the current school year. A preliminary improvement plan points to enrollment, staffing, communication and a new school model as key issues for families and educators to follow.
EdTechEdsby Announces Destinations for District-Scale Competency Tracking
Edsby says its newly announced Destinations system is designed to help districts document learning evidence against local outcomes. Here is what the announcement could mean for teachers, families, and students.
Parenting for LearningEdsby’s Destinations Puts Competency Evidence at the Center
Edsby has announced Destinations, a competency-based assessment and reporting system designed for district and regional use. The key question for families and educators is whether visible learning evidence can make progress clearer than a grade alone.
Parenting for LearningBinghamton University's Community Schools Model: A Blueprint for Holistic Student Support
A recent $1 million gift to Binghamton University's Center for Community Schools highlights a growing movement: universities partnering with public schools to address student needs beyond academics. This model focuses on comprehensive support, from tutoring to social-emotional well-being.
Parenting for LearningWeekend Sports Rundown: More Than Just Games for Students and Families
This weekend, ESPN is bringing a robust lineup of college football, US Open tennis, and the return of Monday Night Football. Beyond the excitement of the games, these events offer unique opportunities for learning and connection for students, parents, and teachers.
Parenting for LearningPositive Trend: Chronic Absenteeism Declines for Third Straight Year, Youngest Students Lead Gains
A new report from SchoolStatus reveals a significant and encouraging trend: chronic K-12 absenteeism has fallen for the third consecutive year across 142 school districts, with the most substantial improvements seen in kindergarten and transitional kindergarten students. This positive shift highlights the impact of proactive family engagement strategies.
Exam PrepHow to Support Kindergarten ELLs with Limited English
Practical, classroom-tested strategies for teachers and families to help kindergarten children with limited English build language, confidence, and school routines through visuals, play, predictable routines, and family partnership.
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