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Progress Made on K–12 Connectivity, But Work Remains

EdTech Magazine

The nonprofit broadband advocacy group found nearly 45 million students enjoy in-school access to high-speed internet connectivity, up from 39 million in 2017. schools meet the FCC’s short-term connectivity goal of 100Mbps per 1,000 users, while less than a quarter ( 22 percent ) meet the long-term goal.

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Announcing the 2021-2022 League of Innovative Schools Cohort

Digital Promise

When the pandemic struck, the district pivoted to live virtual services, including full group Zoom sessions and one-on-one support for essay writing and unpacking financial aid. Located in Mississippi, Columbus Municipal School District is committed to advancing advocacy of learners’ parents. And the exemplars continue.

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Funding Edtech with the E-Rate Program and Grants

edWeb.net

As schools and districts strive to meet their existing technology needs and prepare for the future, access to federal and state funding, along with other grants, is making a major difference in whether students engage in 21 st century learning or are left behind. Accessing the E-Rate and Matching State Funds.

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Despite mediocre records, for-profit online charter schools are selling parents on staying virtual

The Hechinger Report

OHDELA gets an F rating from the Ohio Department of Education, receiving failing marks on measures including students’ performance on state tests, academic growth and graduation rates. They also say they are taking steps to improve retention and graduation rates.

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The school counselor pipeline is broken. Can new federal money fix it?

The Hechinger Report

Even with Bennett on board, it can be hard to meet the needs of all the kids and teachers in this low-income, rural district — especially since the pandemic. There’s a lot of trauma, and there are only so many hours in a day to meet with kids,” Bennett said. The topic today is listening. The phone rings, interrupting the sharing.

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Developing Systems for Effective, Equitable Education for All Students

edWeb.net

What’s needed to address the digital divide for all is sustainable, dedicated funding that allows districts to meet the needs of the community. Pringle said that the NEA is currently working with the FCC on how to get increased investment in the E-rate program because, through that program, dollars can be distributed in an equitable manner.

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Digital Transformation and Innovation in Rural School Districts

edWeb.net

Leveraging new funding opportunities such as E-Rate or ESSER, the superintendents faced with unique challenges used the funding sources thoughtfully. Today, Ann works as a public speaker, writer, and education consultant focused on leadership to meet the needs of today’s students.