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Beloved San Jose Charter School Faces Potential Closure | KQED

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2 months ago

Teachers Are Sharing The Everyday Things Students Can't Do For Themselves Anymore

Students lack foundational skills such as alphabetical order, research, and formal writing; frequent program changes and quick-fix approaches undermine effective basic instruction.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I went back to school for a day and discovered some very unsettling facts about learning | Adrian Chiles

Active, participatory learning—discussion, personal experience, and teaching others—produces far greater retention than passive reading, listening, or watching.
Education
fromKqed
1 day ago

Beloved San Jose Charter School Faces Potential Closure | KQED

There is a national shortage of credentialed teachers affecting compliance in schools, including East Side Unified School District.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Teachers warn of extreme online content influencing pupils in British schools

Teachers report significant influence of harmful online content on students, highlighting the need for stricter regulations on tech companies.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

'BPS transportation is failing us': School bus delays have Boston parents calling for change

Thousands of students face delays in school transportation despite claims of improved on-time performance by Boston Public Schools.
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

East San Jose school district audit investigation passes review - San Jose Spotlight

The audit found no evidence of fraud or misuse of funds in the Alum Rock Union School District.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Teacher who told pupils about drunken hen night banned from classroom

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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fromwww.archdaily.com
1 week ago

Block Kindergarten / SoBA

Block Kindergarten in Kunshan, Jiangsu Province, is designed as a 21-class facility covering 8,600 square meters, addressing urban challenges.
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

Scott Nicol and the Leadership Playbook for Schools

"It is the role of the Superintendent to interact with all stakeholders wishing to learn more about the school district. Our goal is always to partner for the betterment of all Ellington students."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Almost half of primary teachers in England see pupils with eating disorders, survey finds

Eating disorders among students are increasingly prevalent, with significant numbers of teachers observing these issues in primary and secondary schools.
#school-leadership
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fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Education Leadership in Action

School leaders face unprecedented challenges including staffing shortages, declining morale, and decision fatigue while expected to drive innovation and improvement.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

It's like a giant book club': how schools are getting children excited about reading again

Research has shown there is a reading for pleasure crisis among children in the UK, where enjoyment of books has fallen to its lowest level in two decades. Not so here at Christ Church primary, a tiny Church of England school tucked behind the maze of HS2 construction works in Camden, north London, where children fizz with excitement about books.
Books
Education
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Teachers in overcrowded Cork school forced to use disabled toilet as 'sensory space'

Baltydaniel National School faces serious risks from traffic issues and inadequate classroom sizes, prompting a plea for expansion.
New York City
fromChalkbeat
3 weeks ago

Mamdani's former Albany colleagues aren't handing over mayoral control without a fight

Mayor Mamdani reversed his campaign position to maintain mayoral control of NYC schools, but faces Albany resistance as neither legislative chamber proposed extending it in their budget proposals.
#homeschooling
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
Online learning

I taught in public schools for more than a decade. Homeschooling my kids shifted my perspective on a student's success.

fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
Online learning

I taught in public schools for more than a decade. Homeschooling my kids shifted my perspective on a student's success.

fromIndependent
6 days ago

Shorter school days and more breaks under review as Dail committee pushes for 'holistic' Finnish model

Members of the Dáil's Education Committee stated that Irish curriculums are 'overloaded' and must be reduced, advocating for a focus on nature and outdoor activities.
Education
Higher education
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Teachers Are the Architects of Human Potential

Schools in 50 years will likely shift from knowledge transmission to developing human potential, with teachers as facilitators fostering creativity, resilience, and adaptive thinking rather than standardized achievement.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

I've taught thousands of people how to use AI here's what I've learned

Success with AI depends on curiosity and critical thinking rather than technical ability, treating AI as a learnable skill requiring clear direction and proper context rather than a magic solution.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Parents of Send pupils without EHCPs are least satisfied with schools, survey in England finds

Parents of children with special needs feel alienated from schools without legal protection, highlighting dissatisfaction in the education system.
#ai-in-education
Education
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC schools get AI guidance using 'red light, green light' model

AI use in schools is regulated with a traffic-light approach: red for grading, green for translations, and yellow for research.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Education

To keep AI out of her classroom, this high school English teacher went analog

A Fort Worth teacher reverted to handwritten, analog assignments to prevent AI-generated work and ensure students develop original thinking and writing skills.
Education
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC schools get AI guidance using 'red light, green light' model

AI use in schools is regulated with a traffic-light approach: red for grading, green for translations, and yellow for research.
SF parents
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

'What am I sending my children into?' - Parents remain cautious as Kildare school deemed safe to reopen

St. Patrick's Primary School in Celbridge reopens Monday after temporary closure due to fire safety and structural integrity concerns, following Department of Education confirmation of building safety.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Teacher barred over secret email plan for pupils

By asking pupils to conceal their identities through the use of fake names and/or fake email addresses, and by instructing them not to tell the school, Rai acted in a way that lacked the integrity expected of a teaching professional.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walters: California's reading reforms drive push for better math skills in early grades

California passed legislation requiring phonics-based reading instruction and teacher training to address critically low student reading proficiency rates, with proposed similar measures for mathematics achievement.
Education
fromCity & State NY
1 week ago

Opinion: Without mayoral control, everyone is in charge of NYC schools, and no one is responsible

Mayoral control of New York City's public schools improved accountability and decision-making, addressing issues of fragmentation and corruption in the previous governance system.
Education
fromChalkbeat
2 weeks ago

Goodbye, Regents. Hello, Portrait of a Graduate. NYC educators: Tell us what's next.

New York will replace Regents exams with a new evaluation framework called Portrait of a Graduate starting in the 2027-28 school year.
#send
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Decision on NYC schools will be made later Monday, Mamdani says

An announcement on whether New York City schools will close Tuesday will be made later Monday afternoon, Mayor Zorhan Mamdani said in an interview with News 12.
New York City
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fromeLearning Industry
2 weeks ago

When Evaluation Becomes The Objective: Instructional Design And Accountability In K-12 Education

High-stakes testing accountability frameworks significantly influence instructional design practices, potentially narrowing educational approaches and creating misalignment between K-12 preparation and college-level expectations.
Education
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago

35 Teachers Are Sharing The "Basic" Things Students Apparently Cannot Do Themselves Anymore

Teachers report students increasingly lack basic life skills and foundational academic abilities, from self-care tasks to fundamental math and writing, with administrative support often undermining academic standards.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Short tempers and legal threats: UK teachers report rise in problem parents

Over 90% of school leaders experience challenging parental behavior, with 60% facing verbal abuse and threats annually, significantly impacting staff mental health and school operations.
Education
fromState of the Planet
3 weeks ago

Bringing Climate Research to New York City's Classrooms

Over 500 NYC educators gathered at Columbia University's Teachers College for the third annual NYC Mid-Winter Climate Institute to integrate climate education into K-12 classrooms and address gaps in climate curriculum implementation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Ontario education minister putting Peel school board under provincial control | CBC News

Ontario's education minister placed a seventh school board under supervision Wednesday in order to prevent dozens of teachers from being laid off, he says, and he is planning to soon take control of another board over financial concerns. Paul Calandra announced that he has put Peel District School Board under supervision and is giving the York Catholic District School Board two weeks to make a case for avoiding the same fate.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

How will SEND reforms meet London's growing needs?

SEND support in London has increased by a third over the past decade, with pupils requiring the highest level of need almost doubling, driven by better awareness of neurodevelopmental conditions, rising childhood poverty, and pandemic impacts.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Ofsted speak out on quiet curse of low expectations' amid use of new report cards

Ofsted's chief inspector commits to maintaining rigorous standards for disadvantaged students without lowering expectations, despite concerns about the new grading system's impact on school staff.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

I would have done social media ban consultation sooner' Ofsted boss

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: Shifting from Punitive Discipline to Preventative Care in NYC Public Schools

Underinvestment in youth mental and behavioral healthcare drives school behavioral incidents leading to NYPD involvement, punitive measures, and racial disparities for New York City students.
LGBT
fromKqed
3 months ago

Teachers Re-Energized By New Transitional Kindergarten Classes | KQED

An opera-centered project documents the Lavender Scare and its modern echoes by collecting personal submissions to create a public archival record and museum exhibition.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

New public high school proposed for Mill Basin site

MILL BASIN - A NEW PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL may be built in Mill Basin. The city's School Construction Authority is currently reviewing a vacant lot and parking area at 7001 Avenue U, according to . The proposed school would span the full block between East 70th and East 71st streets, from Veterans Avenue to Avenue U, and serve about 676 students.
Brooklyn
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

BP accused of insidious' influence on UK education through Science Museum links

Campaigners have accused BP of having an insidious influence over the teaching of science, technology, engineering and maths (Stem) in the UK through its relationship with the Science Museum. Documents obtained under freedom of information legislation show how the company funded a research project that led to the creation of the Science Museum Group academy its teacher and educator training programme which BP sponsors and which has run more than 500 courses, for more than 5,000 teachers.
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Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

LAUSD says Pali High is safe for students to return to after fire. Some parents and experts have concerns

LAUSD remediation removed much post-fire contamination, but experts warned key air contaminants were not tested and some parents fear reopening is rushed.
#ethics
Education
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Boy missed GCSE exams after Brent Council delay

Brent Council failed to provide timely alternative education to an ADHD student with an EHCP after he was removed from school roll, resulting in £1,000 compensation from the Local Government Ombudsman.
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fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Peel school board chair calls takeover a 'smokescreen' for provincial underfunding | CBC Accessibility

Peel District School Board placed under provincial supervision after planned teacher reductions and repeated deficits; board chair blames provincial underfunding and special-education funding shortfalls.
#ofsted
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Why GCSE students studying authors of colour is even more essential' in 2026

Independent journalism depends on public funding, while GCSE curricula lack diversity—only one in ten students encounter writers of colour, with parity not expected until 2115.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

GCSE students to receive help sheets until 2030

Ministers have asked the exams watchdog, Ofqual, to extend current arrangements, providing GCSE maths, physics, and combined science students with formula sheets. Ofqual is consulting on extending this until current GCSEs are reformed following a curriculum review. The government will then consider if memorisation is required for new qualifications.
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Education
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

In Durham Region schools, chronic absenteeism is on the rise. Is poor mental health to blame? | CBC News

Chronic absenteeism in Durham District School Board has surged 75% in elementary and 52% in secondary schools since 2018-19, with unexcused absences and illness-related absences rising sharply despite modest enrollment growth.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on schools: Send reforms aside, the government's white paper lacks focus | Editorial

The schools white paper introduces comprehensive reforms including mandatory multi-academy trust membership, special needs restructuring, and targeted disadvantage funding to address educational inequality and improve outcomes for disadvantaged pupils.
Education
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

When the School Becomes the City: Community-Centered Projects in the Global South

School architecture functions as a catalyst for social transformation by creating multifunctional civic spaces that integrate education, culture, sports, and community engagement within urban territories.
#oakland-unified-school-district
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fromWest Side Rag
1 month ago

Racist Remarks Shock Participants at UWS Schools Meeting: 'We Take These Matters Very Seriously'

An adult made a racist remark during a hybrid meeting about closing three Upper West Side schools, captured on Zoom and posted online.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Special needs support eligibility to be reviewed at start of secondary school in England

Children with legal SEND support will be reassessed at secondary transfer; EHCPs reserved for severe cases while new lower-tier plans confer support and legal rights.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Teachers Are Revealing The Things About Education That No One Wants To Admit But Are 100% True

Just because suspensions are down doesn't mean behaviors have improved.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A social justice issue': London school believes it has model for Send inclusion

A London alternative provision school never excludes pupils and embeds therapy into daily teaching with small classes and family partnership to rebuild trust.
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Opinion: Arrogant teachers ignore school board

A group of students who are eager to learn about advanced math are asking for multivariable calculus, and teacher Daniel Nguyen has obtained a master's degree in order to teach it. The school board told Paly to add the class on Dec. 16, but the teachers council said no. Apparently the school is run by a committee of teachers, called the council of administrators and instructors, who oppose adding the class.
Education
fromNew York Family
1 month ago

This New Bronx Charter School Will Be Open 12 Hours a Day - New York Family

A new Bronx charter school is opening with a 50-week calendar and 7 am-7 pm hours, designed to better align with working parents' schedules. School: Strive Charter School (public charter), Bronx - grades K-4 Address: 604 E. 139th St. Hours: 7 am-7 pm Weekday schedule: Drop-off 7-9 a.m. + pick-up 4:30-7 p.m. (both flexible) Extras: Optional weekend programming + planned 50-week calendar Meals: Free breakfast, lunch, and dinner on open days
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fromeLearning Industry
1 month ago

Cohort Meaning In School: How Cohorts Work In Education

A cohort in school is a group of students who begin and progress through the same grade, course, or program together.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

How to Not Think Like a Bot

The most exciting moments for a teacher come when students stumble onto something unexpected-when they run to my office to tell me about a new twist in their thinking about birds in Sula or the discovery of yet another biblical reflection in Housekeeping. Those revelations come only when they survey the text as it is, not as they assume it to be.
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Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Schools that cultivate the mind but neglect spiritual education leave children unanchored in a challenging world | Kat Eghdamian

Children require spiritual education alongside physical, mental, and social care to foster identity, meaning, moral agency, character, and overall flourishing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on inclusive schools: ministers should recognise that class size matters | Editorial

But as schoolage audiences of Matilda the Musical or the Harry Potter films can testify, UK classrooms usually have more children in them than fictional ones. What these young people probably do not know is that their classrooms are also fuller than many real ones abroad. A report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development found that the UK has some of the largest primary groups in the industrialised world.
Education
fromqns.com
2 months ago

Fuzzy math? Flushing High School under investigation by NYCPS as teachers claim they are forced to pass failing students QNS

Not only are students chronically absent from classes, Flushing teachers claimed, but many students who do attend class don't participate in classwork or complete homework assignments. Students regularly fail tests and other assignments, teachers continued, but still receive passing grades even if they fail the New York State Regents Exams. According to the teachers, the passing rate for their classes last year was around 70%, but only 30% of those students passed the Regents. It's a huge disparity, another teacher said.
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Education
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Ofsted inspects school over MP visit postponement

Bristol Brunel Academy postponed a visit by MP Damien Egan due to a pro‑Palestine protest, triggering an Ofsted inspection and an internal staff inquiry.
Education
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

High schoolers are questioning capitalism. Here's how teachers are handling it.

High-school economics classes teach capitalism per state standards while striving for neutrality as social media politicizes economic topics and teachers adopt interactive methods to correct misconceptions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Wednesday briefing: Can we turn around the growing school readiness crisis?

What many reception teachers say they did not sign up for was spending large chunks of the school day managing toileting, feeding and basic self-care because growing numbers of children are arriving without those skills in place. New data points to a widening gap in England and Wales between what parents believe school ready means and what classrooms are actually experiencing
Education
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

AUSD Notes: Alameda schools back in session, board meeting next week

Schools are back in session this week after a much needed break for all, and Alameda Unified School District officials are happy to report that our campuses weathered the deluge of rain relatively well. We hope that everyone in the AUSD community stayed dry, cozy and not too stir-crazy during this extended stretch of rain! A few updates: First, at the Dec. 9 AUSD Board of Education meeting, Board Member Ryan LaLonde became the board's new president,
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Education
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

New plan to fix 'ageing and fragile' schools exposed by Raac crisis

Many school buildings in England remain ageing and fragile despite progress removing unsafe Raac, causing disruption to pupils' learning and wellbeing.
Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

My youngest is starting school for the first time. How can I best preserve his relentless curiosity? | Shadi Khan Saif

Curiosity is both innate and nurtured, evident as a child drawn to books and a brother who cultivated a love for reading despite hardship.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Schools in England should be phone-free all day, education secretary says

Schools should be phone-free throughout the entire day, the education secretary has told headteachers in England, stressing that pupils should not use the devices even as calculators or for research. Bridget Phillipson wrote to schools to underline updated guidance issued by the government last week, according to the BBC. Schools should make sure those policies are applied consistently across classes, and at all times and we want parents to back these policies too, Phillipson said.
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Education
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Keep suspended pupils in school, ministers say

On-site internal suspensions should replace sending pupils home for non-violent incidents, keeping pupils in school for structured learning and reflection.
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