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Emergency Planning & Response

Protecting teachers from workplace violence as student behavior challenges rise

April 14, 2026 by Dr. Roderick Sams, CENTEGIX
Violence against teachers in the workplace contributes to issues like burnout and some educators leaving the profession altogether.
Schools have seen rising problems with student behavior since the pandemic. For too many K-12 districts, these student behavior challenges are leading to violence against teachers.
District Management

Sustainable change starts with educator voice

April 6, 2026 by Timothy Montalvo, Iona University & the College of Westchester
When educator voice helps shape the work of their schools, change becomes a shared commitment to better outcomes for students.
School leaders everywhere are working to implement change--new initiatives, new instructional frameworks, new technologies, new approaches to student support.
District Management

Don’t mistake staff voice for a problem

April 3, 2026 by Andy Szeto, Ed.D, Professor and District Administrator
School leaders must make space for staff to express concerns and offer suggestions, because staff voice is critical to district success.
As children, we play hide-and-seek. There is a kind of logic to it: If you cannot see me, then I cannot see you. As adults, and sometimes as…
School Management

5 secrets to stronger high school connections

March 31, 2026 by Tracey Widmann, McDowell High School
A comprehensive school communication system often means the difference between parents knowing they’re true partners and feeling left out.
I’ve been a principal for 14 years, during which time I served as the leader of an alternative school, an early college, and a large middle school. Through…
District Management

How to navigate historically high absenteeism

March 27, 2026 by Teach Strats Staff
Truly successful chronic absenteeism solutions are those that focus on re-engaging students with their school communities.
Chronic absenteeism has stabilized at historically high levels, signaling a long-term engagement challenge rather than a short-term pandemic disruption, according to a new national white paper released by…
School Data Management

Data intelligence in education: Building the right foundation for better decisions

March 19, 2026 by Rishi Raj Gera, Magic EdTech
Education needs systems that make trusted data usable--that is where real transformation in data intelligence and data management begins.
Data has become one of the most important strategic assets in education. Yet across institutions, publishers, and edtech companies, it often remains fragmented, inconsistently governed, and difficult to…
District Management

When it comes to student attendance, are districts measuring the wrong thing?

March 6, 2026 by George Philhower, Ed.D., Eastern Hancock Schools
As the pressure to improve student attendance mounts, it’s silencing the alarm that kids are still struggling once they return to classrooms.
Across the country, schools are raising alarms about chronic absenteeism. News stories highlight rising numbers of missed days, legislators are demanding answers from districts, and educators are feeling…
District Management

Strengthening the PK-12 leadership pipeline during a succession crisis

February 26, 2026 by Dr. Martin Yousef, LaFetra College of Education, University of La Verne
Without intentional investment, the PK-12 leadership pipeline will continue to narrow as retirements outpace preparation.
Across the country, districts are confronting a growing PK-12 leadership pipeline crisis. Veteran principals, assistant principals, and district administrators are retiring at increasing rates, yet there is not…
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Celebrating Teachers: Nominate Outstanding Educators for Crystal Apple Awards

February 17, 2026 by Teach Strats Staff
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Teacher Professional Development

A new PLC model that builds collective efficacy and fights teacher burnout

February 13, 2026 by Douglas Fisher & Nancy Frey, San Diego State University & Health Sciences High and Middle College
Why modern professional learning communities need to focus on adult learning, real problems, and spreading innovation--enter PLC+.
In schools across the country, teacher turnover and burnout have reached crisis levels. Educators are stretched thin, often working in isolation, and many professional learning communities (PLCs) fail…
School Management

Being a principal just got harder–and here’s why

December 29, 2025 by Chris DeRemer, Chalkbeat
A principal should create an environment so safe and accepting that students and staff never feel like they must look over their shoulder.
There is a squeaky old merry-go-round in my neighborhood that my own children play on from time to time. Years of kids riding on it have loosened its…
Teacher Professional Development

4 ways AI can make your PD more effective

December 4, 2025 by Andy Szeto, Ed.D, Professor and District Administrator
AI can help PD facilitators design activities that meet everyone’s needs while keeping the group moving forward together.
If you lead professional learning, whether as a school leader or PD facilitator, your goal is to make each session relevant, engaging, and lasting. AI can help you…
Teacher Professional Development

Rethinking icebreakers in professional learning

November 28, 2025 by Andy Szeto, Ed.D, Professor and District Administrator
Too often, icebreakers are poorly designed fillers, disconnected from learning goals--they should respect professional learning.
I was once asked during an icebreaker in a professional learning session to share a story about my last name. What I thought would be a light moment…
District Management

From silos to systems: The digital advantage in schools 

November 20, 2025 by Sara Douglas, Campbell County Schools
Going digital for critical student services helps education leaders centralize data and ensure seamless support across campuses.
When I first stepped into my role overseeing student data for the Campbell County School District, it was clear we were working against a system that no longer…
School Management

Truth vs. risk management: How to move forward

November 17, 2025November 13, 2025 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma, Bessemer City Middle School and William Howard Taft University
Explaining the “why” behind a decision can build staff trust, morale, and intelligence when it comes to truth and risk management.
In the world of K-12 education, teachers are constantly making decisions that affect their students and families. In contrast, administrators are tasked with something even bigger: making decisions…
Education Policy & Funding

Funding technology initiatives in uncertain times

October 24, 2025 by Gillian Rhodes, Avantis Education
Be intentional about where to look for technology funding, how to frame proposals, and how to measure and share impact
Recent policy shifts have caused significant uncertainty in K-12 education funding, especially for technology initiatives. It’s no longer business as usual. Schools can’t rely on the same federal…
Edtech Trends

Do screens help or hurt K-8 learning? Lessons from the UK’s OPAL program

January 14, 2026October 22, 2025 by Nesreen El-Baz, ESL Educator
In education, we don’t have to choose between tech and tradition--the real challenge is finding balance in learning.
When our leadership team at Firthmoor Primary met with an OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) representative, one message came through clearly: “Play isn’t a break from learning, it…
School Management

Why education leaders must highlight their people

October 20, 2025 by Steven M. Baule, Ed.D., Ph.D.
When education leaders illuminate their teams' achievements, they don't diminish their own leadership, but they enhance it.
When I asked my executive assistant to proof my first superintendent’s report for the public board packet, she came back and said that she was surprised that I…
District Management

The superintendent survival kit: Transparency and truth in communications

November 7, 2025October 16, 2025 by Greg Turchetta, Apptegy
When it comes to superintendents and transparency, true leadership means standing up, accepting interviews, and answering tough questions.
As superintendents come under more political fire and frequent negative news stories about their school districts circulate, it is easy to see where the instinct to not comment…

Rethink the ordinary: 10 benefits of interactive solutions for education

September 18, 2025September 12, 2025 by Jeff Festa
  In this era where technology influences nearly every aspect of life, education has an essential technology leadership role to ... Read more
District Management

Phones, devices, and the limits of control: Rethinking school device policies

November 7, 2025September 2, 2025 by Emily Smith, HonestWaves
Are we trying to eliminate cell phones in classrooms, or are we trying to teach responsible use via school device policies?
A growing body of research and an even louder chorus of educators point to the same conclusion: students are distracted, they’re disengaged, and their learning is suffering. What’s…
District Management

Beyond AI: Human connection still drives school attendance

November 7, 2025August 28, 2025 by Dr. Kara Stern, SchoolStatus
When it comes to school attendance, showing up to school is a human decision driven by authentic relationships--not AI.
At ISTE this summer, I lost count of how many times I heard "AI" as the answer to every educational challenge imaginable. Student engagement? AI-powered personalization!
Emergency Planning & Response

Preventing harm by connecting the dots in school safety

August 22, 2025 by Amanda Lewis, Versaterm
Swatting is just one example of how fragmented behavioral data can contribute to high-risk outcomes in school safety scenarios.
Swatting--false reports of school violence intended to trigger a police response--continues to increase across the country. During the 2022–2023 school year, nearly 64 percent of reported violent incidents…
Teacher Well-Being

Why student engagement starts with teacher clarity

August 14, 2025 by Dr. Mari Braithwaite, Alpine School District
Relationships, expectations, and clarity revealed themselves as critical to boosting and maintaining high levels of student engagement.
In Alpine School District, we serve a wide range of students, from Title I to highly affluent communities. While our population has traditionally been predominantly white and middle…
Teacher Professional Development

We’re losing STEM teachers–here are 5 ways to keep them and grow the ones we need

August 11, 2025 by Olga Vargas, Vernier Science Education
Recruiting and retaining STEM teachers isn’t just about filling vacancies--it’s about giving every student an opportunity to be inspired.
The critical shortage of qualified STEM teachers continues to challenge schools and districts across the country. This is especially true in high-need schools where early-career or uncertified teachers…
K-12 Cybersecurity

5 cybersecurity green flags: A practical guide for sourcing edtech

August 1, 2025 by Ben Johnson, Prodigy Education
Every school district can take meaningful, manageable steps to reduce risk, establish guardrails, and build trust with cybersecurity.
Although educators are excited to innovate, school leaders must weigh every new app or online platform against cybersecurity risks and the responsibility of protecting student data.
Education Policy & Funding

How the FY25 funding freeze impacts students across America

July 24, 2025 by Staff and wire services reports
AASA survey results from 628 superintendents across 43 states reveal the real-world impact of the FY25 federal funding freeze.
Communities across the nation began the budget process for the 2025-2026 school year after Congress passed the FY25 Continuing Resolution on March 14, 2025.
School Management

Navigating back-to-school anxiety: A K-12 success guide

July 24, 2025 by Dr. Jason Richardson, Garden City Elementary School & the International University of the Caribbean
Building strong support networks within the school community significantly reduces back-to-school anxiety levels.
As the 2025-2026 academic year approaches, experiencing anxiety about returning to the classroom is a natural response to change that affects everyone differently.
K-12 Cybersecurity

Rethinking K-12 cyber strategies amid federal budget cuts

July 21, 2025 by Gary Barlet, Illumio
Incremental but intentional steps to strengthen cyber hygiene help school districts improve their security posture and realize savings.
The recent suspension of the K-12 Cybersecurity Government Coordinating Council marks a pivotal shift in how the nation’s public school systems manage cybersecurity.
Teacher Professional Development

Using AI to reimagine teacher preparation for scale, equity, and reflective practice

July 16, 2025 by David A. Slykhuis, Ph.D., Valdosta State University
A computerized AI coaching support model lets pre-service teachers engage in scalable, self-guided reflection for teacher preparation.
With growing teacher shortages nationwide, particularly in high-need subject areas and underserved communities, educator preparation programs (EPPs) have a big task at hand.
Teacher Professional Development

5 resources to build stronger classrooms through PLCs

July 17, 2025July 14, 2025 by Laura Ascione
PLCs help educators collaborate with purpose and build stronger, more equitable learning communities to benefit teachers and students.
s the new school year approaches, one of the most powerful tools for continuous improvement is the professional learning community (PLC).
Live @ ISTE 2025

North Carolina District Wins ISTE 2025 Distinguished Award for AI Leadership and Parent Engagement Innovation

July 10, 2025July 8, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Kimberley Thompson-Hairston, Director of Instructional Technology and Media for Stokes County Schools and Chad Stevens, Head of K-12 Engagement for ... Read more
Live @ ISTE 2025

Showfloor News: Gale and ConnectEDD Publishing focus on PD

July 1, 2025 by Laura Ascione
Gale, part of Cengage Group and ConnectEDD Publishing have partnered to bring the professional development (PD) resources of best-selling author, leadership ... Read more
COVID in Schools

Family engagement is critical to COVID academic recovery

June 26, 2025 by Teach Strats Staff
Family engagement is essential to mitigating COVID-related learning challenges--and its impact extends far beyond test scores.
Family engagement is an essential part of continued COVID recovery, but is often misunderstood when education policy is formed, leading to a lack of involvement from families, caregivers,…
DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

Bridging the digital divide to empower the youngest learners

June 19, 2025 by Dr. Melanie Johnson, Collaborative for Children
Bridging the digital divide to empower the youngest learners
In Greater Houston, where nearly half of children start kindergarten unprepared, Collaborative for Children is taking bold steps to close the digital divide, beginning with our youngest learners.
Innovation Insights

89% of Parents Want Schools to Lead on Phone-Free Policies

June 12, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
To promote adaptive repetitive thinking, educators can address unpleasant emotions that students may experience with content on digital media
Yondr, the pioneer of phone-free spaces, today released a groundbreaking new report capturing the sentiment of over 1,000 parents nationwide ... Read more
District Management

8 tips for school leaders seeking to innovate

November 7, 2025June 12, 2025 by Michael B. Horn, Clayton Christensen Institute
How can school district leaders make practical innovation a daily part of their organizations and operations?
When school and district leaders read about innovation--defined as improvements for students and teachers that result in real progress, not anything that’s simply “new or different”--the changes can…
Education Policy & Funding

The U.S. had the blueprint for a high-class education–but abandoned it

June 10, 2025 by Dr. Yuvraj Verma, Bessemer City Middle School and William Howard Taft University
The United States was on the path to a great education system, but lost sight of what made its schools inspirational.
In the 1970s, educators and policymakers from across the globe (including from Finland) viewed the United States as a model of forward-thinking education--American schools were well-regarded for their…
COVID in Schools

Unpacking COVID’s lasting academic effects on 5th graders

June 9, 2025June 3, 2025 by Dr. Jason Richardson, Garden City Elementary School and International University of the Caribbean
Educators have been instrumental in helping students regain lost ground and make progress in their academic development after COVID.
As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the globe, it forced the closure of schools and a rapid shift to online learning. This unforeseen disruption in traditional education left…
Innovation Insights

Finding the Middle Ground

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 by Kevin Hogan
Nancy Frey and Doug Fisher know their way around an education acronym. Both professors at San Diego State University and ... Read more
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