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How to Fund School Safety Upgrades

EdTech Magazine

For example, several states have adopted Alyssa’s Law, which requires public elementary and secondary schools to have a silent panic alarm that contacts local law enforcement in emergencies. Many school districts rely on analog camera systems that don’t connect to their networks or communicate in…

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4 tips for creating an elementary esports program

eSchool News

Key points: Esports programs are inclusive and can lead to positive student outcomes A simple approach with accessible, easy-to-use tools, is critical Scholastic esports is rapidly growing, and many schools are starting to incorporate esports programs into their curriculum.

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Clark County School District Gives Educators in 241 Elementary Schools Access to Lexia’s LETRS Professional Learning

eSchool News

BOSTON – Clark County School District (CCSD) in Nevada, has made Lexia LETRS ® (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional learning programs available to most elementary schools in the district with a plan to continue expanding the program to additional elementary and early childhood teachers and administrators.

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Guest Post: How We Can Reframe Edtech Selection to Promote Equity

Digital Promise

Technology in schools can be a critical tool in advancing equity. Edtech—when purposefully selected and applied—can make rigorous and relevant instruction more accessible and engaging for all students, particularly those traditionally underserved.

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Native American students have the least access to computer science

The Hechinger Report

Fortier’s school participates in a program operated by the American Indian Science and Engineering Society to expand access to computer science and science, technology engineering and math, or STEM, among Native American, Alaska Native and Pacific Islander students.

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It's Elementary When it Comes to #EdTech

A Principal's Reflections

Superintendent Scott Rocco provided me with a great opportunity to not only work with teachers in his district, but to also push me outside my comfort zone, which has always been secondary education. Our goal is the purposeful integration of technology to support or enhance learning. Please share in the comments section.

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6 tips to help start an elementary esports program in your school

eSchool News

This year’s 2nd most-read story focuses on creating an elementary esports program. Thus far, conversations around esports have centered on collegiate and secondary levels, however, a recent change in the winds has shifted the conversation to elementary esports. The benefits of esports are well documented.