Literacy education can’t wait until after the pandemic

Foundational literacy skills are essential to all future learning; indeed, students who are not proficient readers by third grade fail to graduate high school on time at four times the rate of children with strong third-grade reading skills.

When is it considered safe enough to reopen California’s classrooms?

When is it considered safe enough to reopen California’s classrooms? Experts say the sooner schools can open for in-person instruction the better.

Decline of SAT and ACT sparks dubious fears of high school grade inflation

Decline of SAT and ACT sparks dubious fears of high school grade inflation

Back to ‘school’: Even the basics are complicated, so how can teachers and students get on track?

Back to ‘school’: Even the basics are complicated, so how can teachers and students get on track?

7 Ways to Help Kids Start Middle School When They’re Rarely in the Building

Bridging the transition between elementary and middle school is always important—but this year’s strategies will require some rethinking.

Enforcing Mask Mandates in Schools Becomes Sticking Point as Students Return to Campus While Pandemic Rages

The CDC encourages students to wear masks at school — but should educators punish students who fail to comply?

Some universities are reversing reopening plans as COVID-19 spreads

Some universities are reversing reopening plans as COVID-19 spreads

One way to teach students more safely this fall? Move lessons outdoors

One way to teach students more safely this fall? Move lessons outdoors. It’s easier to do social distancing outside – and there’s considerable evidence that students learn better in fresh air

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