The Value of Bringing in an Expert to Select a New Reading Curriculum
Annie Morrison, Co-Founder of Rivet Education, discusses the importance of school districts partnering with experts when rethinking and implementing a new reading curriculum.
Creating Safe, Equitable, Engaging Schools, Spanish Edition
The Spanish adaptation of Creating Safe, Equitable, Engaging Schoolsis intended to foster collaboration and further welcome Spanish-speaking families, educators, and organizations to respectful partnering and collaboration. The translated book can be used as a learning tool and roadmap for educators, families, and students to build and transform programs and lessons to create safe, equitable, engaging learning environments that support robust thriving and learning.
Corpus Cristi Independent School District demonstrates commitment to protecting student data privacy
The Consortium of School Networking awards Corpus Christi ISD the Trusted Learning Environment Seal for its commitment to protecting student data privacy.
Recruiting the talent within: Philadelphia’s paraprofessional-to-teacher pipeline
Learn more about the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers' professional-to-teacher program designed to make it easier for paraprofessionals in Philadelphia to complete their coursework and student teaching.
Research to practice spotlight: secondary dual education program at Portland State University
AACTE highlights an exemplary teacher preparation program at Portland State University designed to address Oregon's shortage of special needs teachers.
Baldwin Union Free School District showcases future-driven and innovative learning
Watch two examples of how the Baldwin Union Free School District is implementing innovative and future-driven learning practices for its students and hear why Baldwin UFSD is #HerefortheKids.
Refocusing Education on New-Collar Skills: New Partnerships with Schools for In-Demand Careers
Glenn Marshall, regional board member and management team member of AME, discusses the importance of leveraging private-public partnerships to reshape education and take advantage of the rise in new-collar job opportunities.
Stress in America: Generation Z, Summary of Report
The American Psychological Association's 12th annual Stress in America survey was conducted in August 2018 and focused on Generation Z. Read a summary of the report here.
The Nation’s Report Card on education: Why we should not lose this moment
"If we pretend that the pandemic was simply an inconvenience, we will live with its impact for many years," says Richard Long, Executive Director, LFA. "The alternative, however, is clear. The public can instead choose to engage with their local educators, PTAs, and school leadership and help bring about the changes each school needs to support each of the kids in their building."
Launch of #HerefortheKids Campaign
The Learning First Alliance and its 13 member organizations have come together to empower and provide parents, teachers and other stakeholders with a clear way to express and make visible their support for public education.