Empowering Teens: The Urgent Need for Media Literacy Education
An alarming study conducted by The News Literacy Project, a nonpartisan education nonprofit, revealed that while 94 percent of teens desire media literacy education in schools, only 39 percent had received such instruction during...
SparkPlay: Playworks’ New Initiative to Promote Active Play
Playworks, a leading national nonprofit organization, has recently introduced SparkPlay, an innovative online platform designed to promote safe and healthy play for school and youth development staff. This new virtual tool draws on Playworks'...
Decline in Children’s Reading Habits: A Shocking Report
A recent survey conducted by the National Literacy Trust (NLT) has revealed a concerning trend in children's reading habits. The survey found that only 34.6% of eight- to 18-year-olds enjoy reading in their spare...
Labour’s Tuition Fee Increase: A Test of Students’ Faith
It was always going to be a challenge for the Labour government to navigate the issue of tuition fees. After promising to abolish them, Keir Starmer's team recently announced an increase just months after...
Mel Stride Named Shadow Chancellor and Priti Patel Shadow Foreign Secretary in Kemi Badenoch’s...
Kemi Badenoch, the newly appointed Tory leader, has put together a strong Conservative frontbench team aimed at uniting the party. Mel Stride has been named as the shadow chancellor, while Priti Patel has been...
Prioritizing Help for Poorer Students: The Key to University Fee Hikes
The recent announcement of a tuition fee hike for English students has sparked concerns about the impact on poorer students. The financial crisis facing universities has led to the decision to raise fees in...
E-rate Funding Supports Learning Amidst Crisis: Survey Results
Federal E-rate funding continues to play a crucial role in closing the digital gap, especially for rural and underserved communities, as per the latest annual report from Funds For Learning, a prominent advocate for...
Reviving Your 3D Printers: A Step-by-Step Guide to Bring Them Back to Life
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in the popularity of school makerspaces and 3D printers. These technologies offer students the opportunity to explore new career paths and interests. However, the question arises:...
2024 K12 Photography Competition Winners Revealed
K12, a prominent name in virtual education, recently announced the winners of its 2024 Photography Competition. This annual event showcases the creativity and talent of student photographers from around the country. This year, 39...
Father of French Student on Trial for Spreading Lies Leading to Teacher’s Beheading
In October 2020, a tragic event unfolded when an Islamist terrorist beheaded professor Samuel Paty after a lie sparked a chain of events leading to his brutal murder. The lie originated from a 13-year-old...
Boosting Maternity Pay in UK Schools to Retain Female Teachers in Their 30s
Schools in the UK are making changes to maternity pay and working conditions to keep female teachers in their 30s from leaving the profession. With thousands of women in this age group leaving teaching...
Unusual First Name Impact: How It Can Affect Your Life | Torsten Bell
Names are more important than we may realize. Even I, Torsten Bell, have faced challenges with my own name, with some people struggling to pronounce it correctly. However, recent studies have shown that the...
Columbia University Settles for $395,000 with Student Suspended over Protest ‘Fart Spray’
Columbia University has agreed to a settlement of $395,000 with a student who was suspended for using a foul-smelling spray on student protesters during a demonstration in support of Palestine. The spray was initially...
PRP Group and K20 Connect Join Forces for Comprehensive Communication Solutions
PRP Group, a Hawke Media Company, and K20 Connect recently announced a strategic partnership aimed at providing comprehensive communication solutions targeted at addressing challenges faced by educational institutions. This collaboration is set to tackle...
Reducing Chronic Absenteeism in Schools: Effective Strategies and Solutions
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the rate of students who are chronically absent—defined as missing just under one month of class—has doubled to 26 percent nationally, reaching crisis levels and threatening the educational foundation of...
Boosting Student Well-Being Through Pet Therapy
Recently, there has been a significant focus on mental health in K-12 education as students face various stressors both in school and their personal lives. The World Health Organization reports that a significant percentage...
Addressing Education’s Biggest Challenges: 3 Key Opportunities
Teachers and educators face challenges in improving student engagement and learning outcomes, according to a recent report from Discovery Education. Despite students expressing eagerness to learn and feeling a sense of belonging in school,...
Navigating Conspiracy Theories: Teens’ Views on News Media
The News Literacy Project recently conducted a study that revealed the concerning frequency with which American teenagers encounter and believe in conspiracy theories on social media. The study also highlighted the positive impact of...
Securly Appoints Tammy Mank Wincup as CEO
Securly, a company that focuses on providing solutions for K-12 school safety and wellness, has announced the appointment of Tammy Mank Wincup as its new Chief Executive Officer. This decision comes after Co-Founder Bharath...
Impact of UK Budget on Housing, Social Care, and Universities: Who Are the Main...
Rachel Reeves’s recent budget announcement focused on increasing taxes to support the NHS, which is facing challenges due to long waiting lists and an aging population. While funding for the NHS was a priority,...
Legal Action by Private Schools Against Planned VAT on Fees: What You Need to...
The Independent Schools Council (ISC) has announced that they will be taking legal action against the government's decision to impose VAT on independent school fees. The council, which represents over 1,400 private schools in...
Engaging Families Year-Round: Insights from District Leaders
The school year has officially begun, and the importance of family engagement in a child's education cannot be overstated. Research shows that when parents and caregivers are actively involved in their children's schooling, students...
Rethinking STEM Education to Prepare Students for Industry 5.0
The global workforce is undergoing a significant transformation with the advent of Industry 5.0, which emphasizes the collaboration between human creativity and machine precision. This shift highlights the importance of rethinking STEM education to...
Building Strong Relationships in Education: Going Beyond Compliance
Our country is currently facing unprecedented challenges, and teachers are at the forefront, working tirelessly to educate and support students. As someone who has worked in education and now supports education leaders nationwide, I...
Enhancing Science Learning for Multilingual Students with VR Technology
The University of Georgia conducted a study to explore how virtual reality technology can enhance science learning for multilingual students. In the United States, where English is the primary language used in classrooms, multilingual...
EmpowerU Enhances Tier 2 Student Mental Health Services
EmpowerU, a mental health and resilience solution by Catapult Learning, has recently expanded its Tier 2 programming to better support students with subclinical mental health needs. This expansion includes the introduction of the new...
Teaching Black and Asian Soldiers’ Contributions in World Wars: A Push for Inclusion
Politicians and community leaders are urging for the history of black and Asian soldiers who fought for Britain in the world wars to be taught more extensively in schools as a way to combat...
Texas Authorities Charge Five Individuals in $1M Scheme to Certify Unqualified Teachers
Five individuals in Texas are facing charges in connection with an alleged fraudulent teacher certification scheme. Prosecutors claim that this scheme was used to improperly certify over 200 unqualified teachers to work in local...
Palestinian Student Wins Human Rights Appeal After UK Visa Revoked
A Palestinian student named Dana Abu Qamar recently won a human rights appeal after her UK student visa was revoked by the Home Office. The decision to revoke her visa came after she made...
Experts warn that additional billions for schools in England will be quickly spent
Schools in England are set to receive a significant increase in funding, with a focus on supporting children with special educational needs. However, experts are warning that the additional billions allocated may not be...