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Digital Detox: Why Schools Are Swapping Laptops for Paper
Schools rushed to digital learning during the pandemic. Is it time we eased up?
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Grades:
High School
Was Making the SAT Optional a Mistake?
This move for equity may have hurt many disadvantaged students' chances—and many colleges' opportunities for diversity.
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Grades:
Grades 6-12
Teachers, You Need To Know About Zyns
The "Zynfluence" is real ... and dangerous.
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Here’s What Report Cards Looked Like in 1954
Kindergarten used to be much simpler.
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Grades:
Kindergarten
What Is Redshirting in Kindergarten and Should Parents Choose It?
Redshirting has its pros and cons.
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How Seattle High School Students Got $20 Million for More School Counselors—Paid For by Local Corporations
Students made a bold demand with the "Amazon Tax" and won.
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These Dated Ohio Sex Ed Standards Are Truly Mind-Boggling
Ohio sex education standards require teaching that children born to unmarried parents are "worse off."
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Schools Across the U.S. Are Struggling To Keep Up With the Influx of Migrant Students
The surge presents both challenges and opportunities for educators, but schools need help ASAP.
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Grades:
Grades 6-12
We Already Knew Smartphones Can Be Harmful to Kids. It Turns Out They’re Hurting Kids’ Academics Too.
A recent study shows kids are learning less when distracted by their phones.
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4-Day School Weeks Are on the Rise—Is Your District Next?
Three-day weekends every week.