The Elements and the Standards for Professional Learning
Stephanie Hirsh provides a perspective on how to use "The Elements" and "The Standards for Professional Learning" individually or in concert to advance the impact of professional learning.
Public funding for religious schools: Implications of the SCOTUS Carson v. Makin decision
A look at the SCOTUS ruling that Maine's exclusion of religious schools in their tuition assistance program violates the Free Exercise Clause and its implications.
Coalition of National Researchers’ Violence Prevention Plan and Call to Action
The coalition of National Researchers announced their updated violence prevention plan in a press release and called for immediate government action to begin scientifically informed plans to reduce gun violence.
Recruiting and Retaining a More Diverse Teacher Workforce
A look at the lack of diversity in the teacher workforce and strategies and programs schools can utilize to recruit and retain teachers of color.
New pathways in student workplace preparation: Beginning with the “Who” in Delaware
Together, the Delaware Department of Education, DuPont, and Discovery Education are helping to bridge our education, workforce, and economic development systems in a way that is benefitting both our students and our economy. And it all started with “Who?”
Creating Inclusive Learning Spaces
How do we create an inclusive space where all students feel they belong and can learn? Daryl Howard, Ph.D. discusses strategies that make a difference.
Parents, Kids and Talking About Ukraine, part one
PTA Executive Director Nathan R. Monell writes about how parents can talk with children about war.
Russian and Ukrainian Adopted Children Impacted by War, part two
Guest post part two about the Russia-Ukraine war and the effects on children and youth across the country and around the world.
Communicating During a Pandemic
Cathy Kedjidjian, president-elect of the National School Public Relations Association, discusses the role of communications in connecting school staff, families, and communities.
Leading Education Groups Celebrate Local Public Schools
Educators, school leaders, and public education advocates across the country are joining together in celebrating public schools, Feb. 21-25,