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After-school Activities: New Rules for 21st Century Kids

After-school activities shape 21st-century learners. These five rules help schools and parents create safe, fun, and equitable programs for every…

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nprEd: Anti-Test ‘Opt-Out’ Movement Makes a Wave In New York State

Across New York state this week, some students are refusing to take a test, and they're not getting punished for…

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To Teach or Not to Teach: That is the Question

Nancie Atwell’s advice for young people to “work in the private sector” reflects how testing and mandates have drained public…

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What Dreams May Come: An Open Letter From Lord Jim Knight on Learning

Lord James Knight, formerly the Minister for Education in England and current Managing Director of Online Learning at TSL Education, took…

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From The Register-Guard: Bill would limit school expulsions

Elementary schools would be allowed to eject students only if they do serious harm or are a threat to safety

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Dave Ramsey Making Dollars & “Sense” for High School Students

Dave Ramsey is considered America’s trusted voice on money and business. He’s authored five New York Times best-selling books: Financial…

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Obama to announce $240M in new pledges for STEM education

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is highlighting private-sector efforts to encourage more students from underrepresented groups to…

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Principal Kafele Talks Realism in Educational Leadership

Baruti Kafele, better known as Principal Kafele, communicates his experiences in educational leadership with great conviction. An award winning leader…

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