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The Challenges of Broadband Access in Rural Schools

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Rural school districts face many unique trials, and access to educational technology is no different. But in order to take advantage of edtech, they first need broadband access. Thus, the price tag for getting connectivity can be expensive; in fact, the schools and some businesses may be the only place with reliable access.

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Connecting SEL with Academic Achievement to Achieve True Education Equity

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Provide access to integrated wraparound services and supports, which should include partnering with community officials like law enforcement and hospitals to ensure that students receive support wherever and whenever they need it. SEL should be integrated into the materials; Develop inclusive discipline and dress code policies.

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Seeing the Pandemic as an Opportunity for Change

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Punitive mindset in grading and providing feedback: The key is to look at the staff culture and think about changing teachers’ mindsets so they are focused on not just grading assignments but truly helping students learn. They need to develop relationships with each student, learn about their individual situations, and help them as needed.

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Funding School Services in the Midst of Multiple Crises

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The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund follows the same formula as Title I, so it can be used to help bridge the digital divide for students from low-income families. He also works with edWeb.net to write articles on their professional learning edWebinars. Join the Community.

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Looking at the World with Eyes Wide Open

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It’s easy to stay out of union based conversations when I live in a state without such advocacy. I don’t want to talk about which device is better than the other or if the wifi is fast enough when I have friends, real ones that I have met, who have access to neither. Perhaps we should. My heart is fuller.

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eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 10 dedicated educators

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We’ve had families who just needed some layer of support or to continue to access their education, and the online environment provided immediate response to that,” shared Mr. Hatcher. Her advocacy resulted in $1.5 His approach, focused on equitable access to books and engaging the community, has left a remarkable mark.

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Digital Transformation and Innovation in Rural School Districts

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Rural communities have unique challenges, ranging from poverty and vast travel distances to a lack of affordable internet access. These rural districts face the four significant challenges: broadband access, funding, people, and understanding the “why.” Challenges. He received his M.Ed. Join the Community.