Shawna De La Rosa
K-12 Dive
Seattle, WA, United States
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District equity plans may become merely symbolic without further action
Adopting a common language and shared beliefs around equity is essential to making plans actionable, as is having teachers examine their own biases. → Read More
Black and male teachers score lower on observations despite similar qualifications
Research from Vanderbilt University found racial gaps in observation scores were larger in schools where Black teachers were racially isolated. → Read More
AASA launches wellness campaign for district leaders
Stress on administrators has continued to mount this school year as pressures remain around pandemic safety protocols and contentious curricular issues. → Read More
How will pandemic learning impact graduation rates long-term?
The latest Building A Grad Nation report suggests no significant drop yet from early evidence, but a lack of sustained state support could lead to declines. → Read More
Report: Geography, socioeconomics created significant variation in pandemic learning plans
Analysis of spring 2020 plans from Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota and Wyoming finds connectivity, rurality and poverty levels were key factors. → Read More
What do school districts credit for successful pandemic pivots?
New research from Next Generation Learning Challenges finds strong cultures and relationships among the most-cited keys to success. → Read More
Report: Fear of discrimination prevents many LGBTQ youth from participating in sports
Just 4% of respondents in a Trevor Project report said they would feel comfortable talking to their coach or sports leader if they were struggling. → Read More
Biden administration pledges $85M to support student mental health
Research shows the rate of student depression, anxiety and stress in teenagers has risen since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. → Read More
How can schools make the most out of virtual PD?
A pair of experts suggest school leaders should design these opportunities to fit unique purposes and not expect them to look the same as in-person events. → Read More
With majority of students unvaccinated, schools mull fall COVID-19 measures
Despite low vaccination rates in those under 17, no states are taking measures to require the vaccine for school attendance. → Read More
Strong cleaning protocols can boost fall returns to school
Helping wary families feel safe about the return to full-time, in-person learning remains crucial to success in reopening. → Read More
How can schools re-engage 'missing' students ahead of fall?
As full returns to in-person learning in the new school year loom, reaching students who disengaged during the pandemic remains a critical challenge. → Read More
When principals maintain classroom roles, students and staff benefit
Stepping back into the classroom to teach gives principals a firsthand view of how their decisions impact staff and students, and can improve buy-in. → Read More
Study: Oral reading fluency closely related to NAEP performance
Research shows 4th-graders scoring in "below NAEP Basic" subgroups struggled to read connected text, like paragraphs and passages. → Read More
COVID-19's kindergarten setbacks will have long-term achievement impacts
The disruptions will exacerbate pre-existing pre-K access issues, making it difficult for some students to hit crucial 3rd grade benchmarks, educators say. → Read More
A year into COVID-19, school leaders are still adapting as uncertainty persists
In light of concerns identified in a mid-year survey from NAESP, school and district leaders shared their perspectives about safety protocols, attendance issues, learning loss and more. → Read More
Establishing decision-making framework critical in helping principals navigate difficult choices
Having a process to adapt and adjust to challenges, and knowing when to ask for help and accept it, is more critical than ever, one principal writes. → Read More
Study: On-camera instructors boost remote learning
Researchers at University of California Santa Barbara say students look at body language for important cues while listening to lessons. → Read More
Survey: 60% of parents would allow their K-12 student to get COVID-19 vaccine
Democrats and parents from higher-income households are more likely to allow their child to get a vaccine when available, according to a survey from the National Parents Union. → Read More
How can districts maintain teacher coaching remotely?
Aside from acclimating new teachers and honing their skills, the data collected from feedback can help inform the resources school leaders provide. → Read More