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Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

Edsurge

Now the STEM curriculum is poised to enter high school classrooms in the rural South. Other challenges seem to have set back STEM education, too. Many rural students have also struggled to access high-quality STEM education because of a lack of resources. As we exchange information, that's also going both ways, right.

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National STEM/STEAM Day Nov. 8th

Ask a Tech Teacher

National STEM Day is November 8 and the unofficial holiday celebrates science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education throughout the United States. Here are some great ideas for celebrating: Ten Ways to Celebrate National STEM Day with NASA | NASA. 49 STEM Activities for Students .

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Today's CTE Investments Help Boost Students' Success

EdTech Magazine

There is a renewed focus on CTE amid broader debates about the value of college and the student debt crisis as well as the need for viable post-secondary alternatives. Demand for Post-Secondary Options Drives CTE Investment. Department of Education, supporting instruction for elementary and secondary students as well as adults.

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Want to Solve our STEM Skills Problem? Bring in the Professionals

Digital Promise

Recent Australian studies show there’s a decline in student participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects in high school. We want more of our students to take up STEM in schools and universities so we have a steady stream of graduates skilled in these areas for the future.

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Friday 5: How esports engages students

eSchool News

Conversations around the benefits of esports have centered on collegiate and secondary levels, but recently, the conversation has expanded to include elementary esports, too. As we look at examples in schools and the real world, we realize just how much potential these programs have for students.

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Launching a districtwide computer science program for all grades

eSchool News

Our students are spread across 31 elementary schools, two pre-K schools, and seven secondary schools. For example, a kindergarten lesson on algorithms is integrated into “how to” procedures for a fire drill. With 30 elementary buildings and six secondary buildings that I oversee, linking teachers across the district can be a struggle.

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5 educators on what 2024 will bring to education

eSchool News

From cybersecurity and STEM learning to AI and professional development, every aspect of education is set to see new advances in 2024. For example, this year our district launched the Exploration AI program to boost educators’ use and understanding of this emerging technology through self-directed, gamified learning.

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