Education Elements

APRIL 11, 2022

This school year, Portland Public Schools (PPS) launched a multi-year strategic plan for educational equity, inclusion, and excellence with the core belief that the student experience needs to be reimagined.

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Education Elements

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In this blog post, Amy Creeden, Superintendent of Schools for the Enlarged City School District of Middletown, about 65 miles northwest of New York City in Middletown, New York, shares three lessons her district learned through the first year of implementing their five-year strategic plan.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

My passion for DEI did not change once I transitioned from the classroom to school leadership. The school seems most committed to supporting and doing the work,” I responded. If anything, the more I engaged in systems change work, racial equity training and audits, the more pronounced my passion and investment in DEI became.

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User Generated Education

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Studies conducted by the University of Memphis have found that children who play chess significantly improve their visual memory, attention span, and spatial-reasoning ability … all important factors for success in school. The game of chess is a game of problem-solving, planning, and foresight.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 22, 2023

It requires a clear vision, a sound plan for implementation, and patience. I refer to these as entry points, which can serve as a catalyst for any initiative or strategic plan. Recently I asked the following question, "What peer-reviewed research studies support 1:1 laptops in schools?". Below you can see the response.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

In a previous post , I elaborated on the rationale for making them a consistent component of a leader’s day: The process of learning walks, or walk-throughs as many schools refer to them, is to get a glimpse of what is happening in classrooms to then provide non-evaluative feedback for improvement. I suggest a two-pronged approach.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 25, 2021

Thus, there must be a combination of willingness, planning, and action that results in improvement when any idea is put forth. Strategy The real work and testament to outstanding leadership is moving past the visioning process by developing a strategic plan to turn vision into reality.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 12, 2023

1 Hard to Motivate After a Long Day at School After spending six to seven hours in a structured, often high-pressure academic environment, students face the additional burden of homework. Other students may work part-time jobs after school, leaving less time for homework. Too often, feedback is given on finished products.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 1, 2018

- Chicago-Area School System Combining Digital Content and Professional Learning to Create Innovative STEM Learning Experiences for All Students- Silver Spring, Md. 54 Promise is a multi-year strategic plan guiding SD54’s core work of ensuring whole-child student success.

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Education Elements

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Most recently in a suburban school district outside of Cincinnati, Ohio. These experiences confirmed the belief that districts should bring groups of people together to discuss and define the next strategic plan whether it’s a combination of virtual or in-person experiences.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 20, 2023

For various reasons, educators are enamored by the keynoting circuit, facilitating presentations at both national and international events, and coaching in school systems. It can also be stated emphatically that I was not looking to leave New Milford High School or was forced out. Now I have a standard answer.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 8, 2019

When we think about change, more often than not, a plan is developed, implemented, and evaluated with the goal being improvement. Most schools, districts, and organizations have both. The final piece to a good plan is the results. No matter how good a plan for change and improvement is, the proof is in the pudding.

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Education Elements

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

What’s the first word that pops into your head when you hear “strategic planning”? Common responses we hear are boring, painful, old-school, far-off, or even just a simple, “ugh.”. What word did you think of?

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techlearning

JULY 18, 2018

- Discovery Education´s Digital Resources and Professional Learning System to Play a Key Role in Meeting the Goals of District’s Strategic Plan, Transforming Learning for Global Achievement - Silver Spring, Md. HCISD is located in South Texas’ Rio Grande Valley, which is among the fastest growing regions in the nation.

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eSchool News

APRIL 10, 2024

Research shows that “when it comes to student performance on reading and math tests, teachers are estimated to have two to three times the effect of any other school factor, including services, facilities, and even leadership.” Encourage conversations among school leaders to support well-being.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 4, 2021

There is an emerging sense of relief amongst educators as more and more schools are welcoming back students or that the most difficult year is finally coming to an end. With this excitement comes renewed fears of where many of these kids are academically or will be by the beginning of the next school year.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 21, 2020

Any K–12 district CTO will tell you that transitioning a school community to a remote learning environment involves long-range strategic planning, allocation of resources, focused sustainable professional development and equitable access to devices and connectivity for students.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 9, 2023

The same principle applies to businesses, schools, and districts. This can lead to significant improvements in the performance of any district, organization, or school. Consider the following: Be willing to change your plans. Things don't always go according to plan, so it's essential to be ready to pivot or shift as needed.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2024

Considered the most prestigious and well-funded competition of its kind, the Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition celebrates and nurtures purpose-driven ventures that seek to address systemic inequities in education through innovation. What “pain” are you addressing within school ecosystems? It’s been a wild ride.

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Digital Promise

APRIL 25, 2023

In this first post, the authors outline how they centered equity as they developed an edtech selection, implementation, and evaluation guide for school systems leaders. Technology in schools can be a critical tool in advancing equity. Schools often think about digital equity in terms of access to devices, the internet, and tools.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

In a time when there is confusion around what school board directors do and don’t do, this analogy can help clarify the role of the school board. School board directors are akin to the navigators. School boards lay out big, long-term priorities such as strategic planning, budgetary goals, and financial stability.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

The return to school did not go as planned for some school districts this year. The sharp rise in ransomware attacks , in particular, even forced some schools to delay reopening. Curtis Preston, chief technical evangelist at Druva , a data protection and management company, in an email statement to EdTech.

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eSchool News

APRIL 20, 2024

The comprehensive report, developed by the Frontline Research & Learning Institute (Institute), highlights the company’s commitment to understanding emerging trends impacting school leaders and districts across the country. These include growing human capital, supporting students holistically and protecting essential district resources.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 9, 2023

million students nationwide are connected to high-speed internet through their schools and at home. While the program offers families 100GB of data each year for five years, T-Mobile recognized that school districts similarly need connectivity solutions to ensure their student’s success in the classroom. Today, over 5.3

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Edsurge

JULY 31, 2023

The right team, professional development and buy-in are essential to transformative digital learning, according to leaders of some of the largest K–12 school districts in the U.S. Every month we share the data and how it aligns with the strategic plan.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 7, 2019

Organizations, schools, and districts that are successful all lead with efficacy in mind. Achievement is important, but there are many other facets of school culture that can be improved. The process can be best articulated through the strategic planning cycle pictured below. Begin with the end in mind (i.e.,

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 7, 2024

It intertwines innovative teaching practices, cutting-edge technologies, and a culture of inclusivity into the very fabric of districts and schools. Additionally, strategic planning and resource management are central to optimizing educational outcomes within budget constraints.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 1, 2020

Savvy K–12 district administrators and IT staffers know to plan for when, not if, a cyber incident occurs. That planning involves having a comprehensive response strategy for mitigating the effects of ransomware or other malware. It’s helped us move forward very quickly with many technology initiatives laid out in our strategic plan.”.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 31, 2020

Savvy K–12 district administrators and IT staffers know to plan for when, not if, a cyber incident occurs. That planning involves having a comprehensive response strategy for mitigating the effects of ransomware or other malware. It’s helped us move forward very quickly with many technology initiatives laid out in our strategic plan.”.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

When the federal government released its revised edtech plan last month, it was laying down its hope for a future that delivers on effective instruction for students. The plan was first released to fulfill the Improving America’s Schools Act of 1994 and last revised in 2016. To some, the update was overdue.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

A recent report from the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) identified five key roadblocks for K–12 schools’ digital transformation in 2020. MORE FROM EDTECH: Schools Use Immersive Technology for Assistive Learning. For example, the report notes an interesting project in Albemarle County Public Schools in Virginia.

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TeacherCast

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Finally, you purchase a national database of school building and district leaders and decide to create a marketing campaign that involves sending emails to everyone in the two-comma club sharing the reasons why your “next big thing” is all that and more. Who are the Instructional Coaches in a school district? Certified Teachers.

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Education Elements

OCTOBER 2, 2019

How do we design the schools of the future, today? In a series of blog posts, we have described the steps to creating a responsive strategic plan. Now, what do you actually DO to design a responsive strategic plan that won’t collect dust on your office shelf?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 23, 2023

At this time of year, I hear a common refrain from school leaders I know: 1) This work is challenging, 2) We have a plan for student success, and yet 3) There is a lot more we need in order to deliver on our promise of a high-quality, equitable education for every student. Clarify the vision.

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Edsurge

APRIL 19, 2023

As schools across the country look to recover from the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic’s disruptions, federal relief funds can go a long way toward supporting students and building a brighter future for education. Here are five key strategies that schools can use to maximize the impact of COVID relief funds: 1.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2024

The latest customizable selections of hardware, software, and services from Bluum aim to help educators increase and improve enrollment, keep schools safe and informed, and deliver curriculum innovation for K-12 and higher education.

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Hubbli

AUGUST 14, 2023

Introduction School finance is more than just numbers and budgets; it’s a pivotal aspect of educational excellence. Through strategic financial leadership, schools can pave the way for outstanding academic achievement. Investing in Teachers Investing in educators is a critical aspect of school finance.

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