Kara Arundel
K-12 Dive
Washington, DC, United States
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States invest ESSER funds in tutoring but scalability remains a challenge
A CCSSO report highlights promising practices from states including Tennessee, Louisiana and Colorado. → Read More
House ed hearing highlights areas of division, agreement
School choice, support for student gender identities and instructional approaches were among points of contention in the Wednesday session. → Read More
Students who met with counselors more likely to apply for college aid
Some 87% of 9th graders from 2009 who consulted with a school counselor completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, an NCES study found. → Read More
Unmet child care needs put $122B strain on the economy, report finds
The teacher workforce is particularly impacted by the lack of affordable and quality child care. → Read More
Florida district to launch teacher-driven classroom tutoring support
The program will let teachers schedule online tutors to work synchronously with individual students on specific skills during class. → Read More
Ed Department webinar shares risks, solutions for teen fentanyl use
Increased knowledge about the dangers of illicit fentanyl is what students, families and educators need the most, panelists say. → Read More
Panel: Trauma of preschool suspensions, expulsions is long-lasting
Teacher, family and student supports are needed to end exclusionary discipline of young children, speakers said in a Hunt Institute webinar. → Read More
States failing to provide equitable funding for underserved students
States and localities are underfunding districts with the most students of color, low-income students and English learners, The Education Trust finds. → Read More
How 4 districts are infusing equitable practices into accelerated learning
A district guide from The Education Trust focuses on five key areas for advancing equity and rigor in the use of American Rescue Plan funds. → Read More
Ed Dept outlines school violence prevention options under $1B Stronger Connections grant program
A draft FAQ details activities covered under the grants, which support evidence-based school safety and climate plans and strategies. → Read More
Studies show wider variation in student performance than before pandemic
Differences in test results between high- and low-achieving students suggest teachers are likely supporting a wider range of academic needs. → Read More
District leaders say unanticipated hurdles stifling learning recovery
The optimism for quick implementation of accelerated learning is fading as schools deal with staffing and attendance barriers, CRPE says. → Read More
Staff, student illnesses lead to districtwide closures in several states
Some districts are citing staff absences as the reason for closing school buildings. → Read More
By The Numbers: The post-COVID growth of tutoring
A report by Tutor.com shows demand for help peaks on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. → Read More
Will COVID-19 vaccine be required for school attendance?
Following a CDC panel recommendation, the decision to add the vaccine as a required immunization is in the hands of state and local policymakers. → Read More
Efforts underway to improve newcomer student services, Ed Department says
A coalition had written to the department requesting more help with curricula, professional development and data to serve this population. → Read More
RSV and flu-like illnesses keep students home, close some schools
Just as schools were falling into a routine of a more typical school year after COVID-19 disruptions, other health threats are emerging. → Read More
How schools are moving away from remedial summer learning
During the National Summer Learning Association conference this week, two district leaders shared details of their schools' transition to accelerated learning. → Read More
Study: Earlier start times have little impact on elementary performance
If districts need to stagger start times, elementary schools should start earlier to accommodate later secondary starts, AERA research shows. → Read More
Applications open for $280M in school mental health supports
The U.S. Department of Education grant programs aim to increase the number of prepared mental health experts in schools. → Read More