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Key points: A successful summer program can’t focus solely on assessment scores 5 ways to make reading click for teens Why schools and public libraries must unite–in summer and all year long For more news on summer literacy, visit eSN’s…

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Key points: A gap exists between the ability to solve a math problem and the ability to articulate the reasoning behind the solution 4 ways to turn math fears into math cheers It’s time to rewrite math standards for the future For more…

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Key points: As literacy skills improved, so did cross-curricular performance Why rigor and efficiency matter in early reading Scaling structured literacy with implementation science For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative…

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Key points: As literacy skills improved, so did cross-curricular performance Why rigor and efficiency matter in early reading Scaling structured literacy with implementation science For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative…

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Key points: The winning equation is English proficiency plus biliteracy Beyond translations: Effective scaffolds to support ELLs Virtual art meets language learning: A tech-enhanced ESL experience For more news on multilingual learners,…

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Key points: Relationships are true drivers of successful reading initiatives Why rigor and efficiency matter in early reading What’s in and out in literacy instruction for 2026 For more news on literacy, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub…

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Key points: When students understand the logic behind the code, reading stops feeling random What’s in and out in literacy instruction for 2026 5 high-frequency and irregular word strategies rooted in the Science of Reading For more news…

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Key points: When students understand the logic behind the code, reading stops feeling random What’s in and out in literacy instruction for 2026 5 high-frequency and irregular word strategies rooted in the Science of Reading For more news…

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Key points: The way we understand language and literacy development has matured Solving the staffing crisis is key to the Science of Reading movement 5 steps to a successful literacy training rollout for teachers For more news on literacy,…

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Key points: Aligning curriculum with career exposure is critical for students’ futures How CTE inspires long and fulfilling careers More teens are using summer for college and career prep For more news on career pathways, visit eSN’s…

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Key points: Cognitive training can reinforce student focus and attention Remote psychoeducational testing: What school leaders need to know Breaking the bell curve: Creating more pathways so every kid gets a big win For more news on…

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Editor’s note : This piece originally ran on the Clayton Christensen Institute’s blog and is republished here with permission. Picture someone sitting at a kitchen table after the kids are finally in bed, laptop open, half-drunk mug of…

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Key points: Students thrive when their learning has purpose and connection Resources to encourage students’ civic engagement Why critical data literacy belongs in every K–12 classroom For more news on curriculum, visit eSN’s Innovative…

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Key points: Data should be pervasive, transparent, and accessible in near real-time Real talk: What it really takes to lead successful grading reform Disrupting U.S. schools wasn’t possible before–that may be changing For more news on data…

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Key points: Data should be pervasive, transparent, and accessible in near real-time Real talk: What it really takes to lead successful grading reform Disrupting U.S. schools wasn’t possible before–that may be changing For more news on data…

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Key points: In an AI-saturated world, teaching students how to read visually is not optional AI for empathy: Using generative tools to deepen human connection in schools AI use is on the rise, but is guidance keeping pace? For more news on…

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Key points: The middle-school reading crisis in the U.S. is devastating for students Fostering metacognition and AI integration for ELLs How edtech is transforming bilingual education in the U.S. For more news on ELLs and reading, visit…

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Key points: Bringing teachers in as partners is essential to success Why critical data literacy belongs in every K–12 classroom Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation For more on standards-based…

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Key points: Bringing teachers in as partners is essential to success Why critical data literacy belongs in every K–12 classroom Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation For more on standards-based…

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MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Lerner Publishing Group, a leading publisher of K-12 educational materials, is proud to announce the launch of Dr. Gholdy Muhammad’s groundbreaking Genius and Joy curriculum in Summer 2026. This new, all-in-one supplemental…

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MINNEAPOLIS, MN—Lerner Publishing Group, a leading publisher of K-12 educational materials, is proud to announce the launch of Dr. Gholdy Muhammad’s groundbreaking Genius and Joy curriculum in Summer 2026. This new, all-in-one supplemental…

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Greenville, Wis – December 8, 2025 – School Specialty ® , a leading provider of learning environments, supplies and science curriculum to the preK-12 education market, today announced the acquisition of Nasco Education U.S. , a trusted…

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Greenville, Wis – December 8, 2025 – School Specialty ® , a leading provider of learning environments, supplies and science curriculum to the preK-12 education market, today announced the acquisition of Nasco Education U.S. , a trusted…

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Key points: A lack of continuity disrupts the 3-5 years it takes for an initiative to take hold Scaling structured literacy with implementation science Strengthening middle school literacy: What educators need to know For more news on…

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When districts adopt evidence-based practices like Structured Literacy, it’s often with a surge of excitement and momentum. Yet the real challenge lies not in the initial adoption, but in sustaining and scaling these practices to create…

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Iowa City, Iowa and Dallas, Texas (November 12, 2025) – ACT, a leader in college and career readiness assessment, and Texas Instruments Education Technology (TI), a division of the global semiconductor company, today announced a…

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Key points: New media has the potential to transform how people teach Tools and ideas to engage students in career-connected learning Why interactive solutions are a smarter investment for schools For more on homeschooling and podcasts,…

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Key points: Supportive, well-designed classrooms set educators and students up for success 6 ways to create engaging elementary learning spaces How we designed a space where students connect, collaborate, and flourish For more news on…

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Key points: Supportive, well-designed classrooms set educators and students up for success 6 ways to create engaging elementary learning spaces How we designed a space where students connect, collaborate, and flourish For more news on…

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This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters . About one in four teachers say their schools don’t give students zeroes. And nearly all of them hate it. The collection of practices…

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Key points: It begins with embracing ‘organized chaos’ in the classroom How I came to love phenomena-based science instruction Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation For more news on the NGSS, visit…

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Key points: Critical data literacy helps students see the relevance of what they’re learning We are all digital immigrants now Beyond digital literacy: Why K-12 educators must prioritize data literacy For more on critical data literacy,…

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Key points: Middle school literacy is critical to life success From school year to summer: Why reliable edtech matters to boost literacy 4 tips to support the literacy needs of middle and high school students For more news on literacy,…

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Key points: Software alone won’t move the needle–teachers must be part of the equation 5 steps to a successful literacy training rollout for teachers How we’re rebuilding literacy–and confidence–in our high school For more news on…

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Key points: Software alone won’t move the needle–teachers must be part of the equation 5 steps to a successful literacy training rollout for teachers How we’re rebuilding literacy–and confidence–in our high school For more news on…

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Key points: Supplementing curriculum enables teachers to reach every student Embracing a growth mindset when reviewing student data Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation For more news on how to…

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Key points: Supplementing curriculum enables teachers to reach every student Embracing a growth mindset when reviewing student data Rethinking student assessment: Tools and strategies for meaningful evaluation For more news on how to…

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Key points: Teachers want stronger support, multilingual resources, and parent training 5 steps to a successful literacy training rollout for teachers How we’re rebuilding literacy–and confidence–in our high school For more news on the…

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Key points: The new school year is the perfect time to introduce a digital syllabus Beyond grades: Helping families support students academically Here’s what birdwatching taught me about classroom management For more on classroom…

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Key points: Teaching assistants can have a positive impact on student achievement Opportunities in failing: Why K-12 education needs more productive struggle How to incorporate real-world connections into any subject area For more news on…