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Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Names New Executive Director

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By the year 2026, Latino children will make up 30 percent of the school-age population. It is of vital interest to invest in the education of every child, and the professional learning of all educators who serve Latino youth.

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North Carolina’s Hoke County Schools Launches New Partnership with Discovery Education to Create Modern and Innovative Learning Environments Supporting Science Instruction

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SILVER SPRING, MD (Tuesday, January 4, 2021— North Carolina’s Hoke County Schools (HCS) has launched a new partnership with Discovery Education creating modern and innovative learning environments supporting science instruction. Discovery Education Science Techbooks. .

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Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Partners with Scholastic to Create Latino-inspired Book Collection

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“This collection helps address this issue and supports teachers in creating inclusive classrooms where stories are discussed and embraced and where students learn about each other’s culture and heritage. Helping one of the world’s largest book publishers create inclusive learning and teaching materials is one way we can do this.”

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Why experts say now is the time to assess your district’s edtech use

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(If funds are allotted, however, districts can request an extension to use them through March of 2026 in some cases). San Antonio’s district has received $100 million over the past three years, which it used to boost staffing and help combat pandemic-related learning loss. For many districts, the relief funding was significant.

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Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Launches Sister Schools Program Across Four States and the Territory of Puerto Rico

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We created the Sister Schools Program to connect and enrich learning for students at predominantly Latino-serving schools across North America including our territorial affiliate, Puerto Rico,” said ALAS Executive Director Dr. Maria Armstrong. By the year 2026, Latino children will make up 30 percent of the school-age population.

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Texas Education Agency Names Curriculum Associates’ i-Ready® Assessment as an Approved Grade 7 Reading Instrument

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“To increase literacy achievement throughout the state, it is essential that Texas educators have actionable data to help students, especially those who may need extra supports,” said Claudia Salinas, vice president of English Learning at Curriculum Associates. Today, the i-Ready program serves more than 11.5

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The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Announces New Regional Directors

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By the year 2026, Latino children will make up 30 percent of the school-age population. It is of vital interest to invest in the education of every child, and the professional learning of all educators who serve Latino youth.