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Gratitude for Special Education Staff: District Leaders’ Appreciation

The demand for special education services is on the rise, with approximately 15 percent of public school students eligible for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). However, education leaders at the...
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Greek Man in His 80s Starts Night School to Pursue Education in Later Life

Vasillis Panayiotaropoulos, an elderly man in his 80s, has embarked on a new journey by enrolling in a night school in central Athens. Despite nearly 70 years passing since he last attended school due...
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Lessons in Educational Leadership: Navigating Adversity with Olympic Insights

When Lara Dallman-Weiss and Stuart McNay set sail together at the 2024 Paris Olympics, they weren't just navigating open waters–they were challenging traditional norms in a sport historically dominated by single-gender teams. As the...
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Decoding Threshold: A Key Barrier to Reading Proficiency in Older K-12 Students

Despite the expectation that students should have mastered basic reading skills by third grade, many continue to struggle with reading well into upper elementary school and beyond. According to a new study commissioned by...
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Equitable Access to AI in Education: Professional Learning for Solutions

Generative AI is changing the way we work, with projections suggesting that over 60 percent of jobs in advanced economies will be supported by AI within the next five years. However, this rapid growth...
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From School to Career: Embracing Lifelong Learning for Success

Partnerships between schools and industries are crucial for students to transition smoothly from education to their careers. According to a recent report by Instructure, titled the Lifelong Learning Report: Trends & Insights from K-12...
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End Exam Tunnel Vision: Phillipson Urges Schools to Prioritize Student Wellbeing

Bridget Phillipson, the education secretary, emphasized the importance of prioritizing student well-being over academic success during a speech in Birmingham. She highlighted that while exam results are crucial for opening doors of opportunity, they...
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Preparing Students for the Future: The Role of Standardized Testing in Education

Standardized testing, including AP exams, plays a crucial role in preparing students for their future endeavors. While many view these exams as a measure of perfection, they should be seen as an opportunity for...