School Safety by EdCircuit Staff January 13, 2022 Helping Students Understand Cybersecurity and Digital Citizenship – S2E10 by Mind Rocket Media Group December 2, 2021 2 mins read Dan Farsaci, Director of Technology for Liverpool Central School District in New York, joins the podcast to share his expertise on helping students understand cybersecurity … by Mind Rocket Media Group December 2, 2021 S2E8 – Choosing the Right Digital Security Tools by Mind Rocket Media Group November 10, 2021 2 mins read Mind Rocket Media Group chats with technology leaders from Nebraska’s Norris School District: Noel Erskine, Technology Director and Bryan Williams, Network Administrator. by Mind Rocket Media Group November 10, 2021 What Animals Can Teach Us About Creativity by Pronita Mehrotra September 29, 2021 2 mins read Pronita Mehrotra discusses research on how rudimentary creativity skills demonstrated by different animal species give us clues about our own creativity. by Pronita Mehrotra September 29, 2021 Not All Hands-On Learning Is Created Equal by EdCircuit Staff September 7, 2021 2 mins read Cultivating an environment where students can risk failure is a critical foundation, but if a project is boring, it’s not going to move the needle … by EdCircuit Staff September 7, 2021 Ep. 25 – All You Need to Know About Kids and Social Media in 15 Minutes by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021 2 mins read Dr. Wendy Oliver provides an overview of popular social media apps and their uses including Discord, Instagram, TikTok and Messenger Kids. by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021 Ep 22 – Avoiding “CyberTraps” in Education, Part 2 – Privacy and Safety by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021 2 mins read In this episode, participants share their observations on how parents and educators are managing the transition to a new digital learning environment, and what by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021 Episode 6 – Digital Safety by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021 2 mins read In this episode, Dr. Wendy Oliver delivers a high-level overview of digital safety, some important information to know, and how it supports parents’ ability to … by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021 Mint, Electric Cars and How Creativity Can Flourish In Remote Environments by Pronita Mehrotra July 22, 2021 2 mins read Traditional brainstorming, done in-person as a group, is a little like mint in toothpaste or fake noise in electric cars, both of which don’t help … by Pronita Mehrotra July 22, 2021 Looking at the Escalation of School Violence Even During the Pandemic by EdCircuit Staff June 18, 2021 2 mins read Mass school shootings never stopped during the pandemic. Despite the fact that most schools were closed to in-person learning, school shootings continued to take place. by EdCircuit Staff June 18, 2021 Individualized Wellbeing Programs: Overcoming the 3 Biggest Challenges by EdCircuit Staff June 7, 2021 2 mins read When you keep it simple, student wellbeing works and works well, especially when you follow the three pillars to managing student wellbeing. by EdCircuit Staff June 7, 2021 Hiring Teachers Post-COVID: Everything Has Changed by EdCircuit Staff May 25, 2021 2 mins read If you’re a teacher, it’s a seller’s market. If you’re a school district or independent school, there are many things you should know to improve … by EdCircuit Staff May 25, 2021 What Evidence Means for Transformation: Two District Examples by EdCircuit Staff May 24, 2021 2 mins read Over the last six years, LearnPlatform has partnered with education organizations to improve the overall effectiveness of their education technology ecosystems. by EdCircuit Staff May 24, 2021 The Power and Possibility of Community Learning Hubs by EdCircuit Staff May 18, 2021 2 mins read Community Learning Hubs are community-driven efforts to support students’ learning and well-being, providing safe places to connect to school, caring adults, and additional services. by EdCircuit Staff May 18, 2021 Absent Without Leave: America’s Traditional K-12 Learners Are Leaving, Costing Schools Hundreds of Millions in Their Wake by Charles Sosnik March 29, 2021 2 mins read By taking advantage of everything that online learning has to offer, now is a great time to loosen the reins and let kids explore independently. … by Charles Sosnik March 29, 2021 Helping Students ‘Re-Center’ as They Re-Enter School Buildings by Tamara Fyke March 12, 2021 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – the importance of re-centering education as students head back to school. by Tamara Fyke March 12, 2021 A Tribute to a Community of Education Heroes by EdCircuit Staff March 8, 2021 2 mins read Christy S. Martin, Ed.D. pays tribute to the teachers in her community, thanking them as the heroes and hard workers who have met the challenges … by EdCircuit Staff March 8, 2021 6 Ways Nations Around The World Are Supporting Early Education Beyond Online Classrooms by Devishobha Chandra January 21, 2021 2 mins read For online learning to translate into effective learning, the changes need to radiate into other aspects of the ecosystem that support learning, especially early childhood … by Devishobha Chandra January 21, 2021 Innovating Beyond Avoidable K-12 Crises by Future of School January 4, 2021 2 mins read Innovating Beyond Avoidable K-12 Crises by Future of School January 4, 2021 School Schedule Instability Is Taking a Toll by EdCircuit Staff December 14, 2020 2 mins read The pandemic will be with us through the winter and spring, but we can do better and it might be prudent for districts to preschedule … by EdCircuit Staff December 14, 2020 6 Inspiring Ways to Continue STEM Education During the Pandemic by Devishobha Chandra November 17, 2020 2 mins read The pandemic has compelled educators worldwide to seek opportunities to include diverse, real-world activities into their students’ STEM-learning experiences. by Devishobha Chandra November 17, 2020 To Screen or Not to Screen; That Is the Question by Todd Stanley November 10, 2020 2 mins read Todd Stanley discusses the dilemma of requiring students to have their cameras on or not. by Todd Stanley November 10, 2020 Closing Out 2020 With Courage, Positivity & Perseverance by Tamara Fyke October 12, 2020 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – ideas for families and educators on giving and serving during this time of uncertainty. by Tamara Fyke October 12, 2020 Registration Opens for 2020-21 Conrad Challenge by EdCircuit Staff August 21, 2020 2 mins read The Conrad Challenge invites students between the ages of 13-18 from around the world to form teams of 2-5 and develop sustainable solutions to global … by EdCircuit Staff August 21, 2020 Summer Learning that Restores Balance and Provides Prep for the School Year by EdCircuit Staff August 5, 2020 2 mins read Reflection and insights on summer strategies applied by the 2020 class of Extraordinary Educators named by Curriculum Associates. by EdCircuit Staff August 5, 2020 An Education Entrepreneur’s Plan To Address Student Behavior During And After Covid-19 by Mind Rocket Media Group June 5, 2020 2 mins read As homeschooling becomes the norm in U.S. households, parents are finding themselves juggling the roles of guardian, educator and overall arbiter of behavior. Not only … by Mind Rocket Media Group June 5, 2020 10 Areas That Districts Need to Focus on Post COVID19 by EdCircuit Staff May 20, 2020 2 mins read Dr. Jay Eitner shares 10 areas that educational stakeholders must focus on in order to move onward. by EdCircuit Staff May 20, 2020 CoSN Podcast: S1E6, Remote Collaborating and Planning—Timely Tips from AASA, Digital Promise and CoSN by Mind Rocket Media Group March 19, 2020 2 mins read In this special CoSN podcast delivered in partnership with AASA (The School Superintendents Association) and Digital Promise, the participants examine best practices for working, learning, … by Mind Rocket Media Group March 19, 2020 An Urgent Effort to Support Student Needs in Response to COVID-19 by EdCircuit Staff March 18, 2020 2 mins read Rob Waldron discusses why the Waldron Charitable Fund has made a $1 million grant funding local community organizations. by EdCircuit Staff March 18, 2020 The Waldron Charitable Fund Announces $1M in Grant Opportunities to Support Children by EdCircuit Staff March 16, 2020 2 mins read As more schools nationwide close in response to concerns about the spread of the COVID-19 virus, The Waldron Charitable Fund has announced that it will … by EdCircuit Staff March 16, 2020 Education Needs to Push the Hard-Reset Button by EdCircuit Staff February 25, 2020 2 mins read Examining the means to transition school systems to their next highest function. by EdCircuit Staff February 25, 2020 How Consistency Creates Positive Childhood Experiences by Tamara Fyke February 10, 2020 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – how Kids Club not only changed her life, but also others. by Tamara Fyke February 10, 2020 FETC Was Great(er) Again This Year by Charles Sosnik January 30, 2020 2 mins read Education is a relationship business and that’s one of the values in attending a conference like FETC by Charles Sosnik January 30, 2020 49 New Products and Enhancements Will Be Showcased at the 2020 Future of Education Technology Conference by EdCircuit Staff January 8, 2020 2 mins read The 2020 Future of Education Technology Conference has announced 49 New Products and Enhancements that will be showcased at this year’s conference in Miami, Florida by EdCircuit Staff January 8, 2020 Kindergarten and Up: An Advocate for Tech-Supported Learning at All Levels by EdCircuit Staff November 12, 2019 2 mins read Marlo Gaddis, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for the Wake County Public School System in North Carolina has served in a variety of roles for NC … by EdCircuit Staff November 12, 2019 Q&A: What One Company Hopes to Share—and Learn—in the FETC Expo by EdCircuit Staff November 7, 2019 2 mins read Matt Duncan from Rocketbook discusses what his team hopes to share with educators at Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), in Miami, FL on January … by EdCircuit Staff November 7, 2019 CoffeEd: Gaining the Trust of Administrators and Teachers as a Tech Director by EdCircuit Staff October 14, 2019 2 mins read Eujon Anderson is the Technology Director for Alabama’s Troy City Schools. Anderson entered his education career from the technical side. Around nine years ago, he … by EdCircuit Staff October 14, 2019 Bringing an Educator’s Perspective to the School Board by EdCircuit Staff September 6, 2019 2 mins read Gresham-Barlow School District in Oregon is an example of a school board and administration whose open communication and strong relationships are benefitting learners. by EdCircuit Staff September 6, 2019 Leaning into Relationships for Hope and Healing by Tamara Fyke August 9, 2019 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – Let’s build strong and healthy communities through intentional relationships. It’s simple, but not always easy. by Tamara Fyke August 9, 2019 Typing.com Introduces Coding and Tech Literacy Content to Enhance 21st Century Skill Development by EdCircuit Staff April 23, 2019 2 mins read Comprehensive tech literacy curriculum for elementary and secondary students, which will support the development of key 21st century skills. by EdCircuit Staff April 23, 2019 Meet Your Favorite EdTech Authors at FETC 2019 (Part 2) by EdCircuit Staff December 20, 2018 2 mins read “Meet the Author” session for Tuesday, January 29, 2019 by EdCircuit Staff December 20, 2018 CoffeEd: FETC 2019 Presenter Preview: Susan Brooks-Young by Mind Rocket Media Group December 17, 2018 2 mins read FETC 2019 presenter Susan Brooks-Young by Mind Rocket Media Group December 17, 2018 5 Doable Digital Citizenship Goals for Teachers by Guest Contributor November 30, 2018 2 mins read Digital citizenship topics in the classroom tackle big questions. by Guest Contributor November 30, 2018 Connected School Buses to Deliver Smarter (and Safer) Students by Guest Contributor November 2, 2018 2 mins read School bus wi-fi connections gave students up to 28,000 hours of additional instruction time by Guest Contributor November 2, 2018 4 Terrific Teacher Communities for Summer Professional Development by Ian Egan July 27, 2018 2 mins read Teacher communities are a nice blend of social interaction and knowledge-sharing among peers. by Ian Egan July 27, 2018 Poway Unified School District has Saved More Than $1.5 Million Annually by Utilizing Peachjar’s Digital Flyer Platform by EdCircuit Staff July 13, 2018 2 mins read Peachjar saves over 1.5 million for PUSD through a new line of communication for parents and district. by EdCircuit Staff July 13, 2018 My School Dance Announces Enhancements to Improve Dance and Event Planning Success by EdCircuit Staff June 19, 2018 2 mins read My School Dance enhancements give schools an increased ability to verify student identity, maintain reliable attendance lists, and ensure student safety. by EdCircuit Staff June 19, 2018 Reinventing Learning for the Always-On Generation by Ian Egan June 12, 2018 2 mins read The digital generations have grown up with literally hundreds of different ways to communicate. by Ian Egan June 12, 2018 4 Great Lesson Plans for Internet Safety by Ian Egan May 15, 2018 2 mins read Building a student’s awareness of the potential risks and encouraging thoughtful online behavior can help kids stay safe. by Ian Egan May 15, 2018 No Parents Left Behind! by Ian Egan May 11, 2018 2 mins read Parents have always had a role in their child’s education, but it’s evolving. by Ian Egan May 11, 2018 Youth Suicide Part 2 by Ian Egan March 28, 2018 2 mins read Often times, educators are the first to see the signs and notice behavioral changes. by Ian Egan March 28, 2018 Using Technology to Uncover New Funding Opportunities by EdCircuit Staff March 21, 2018 2 mins read More than 25 million students in high-poverty schools benefit from Title I funds. by EdCircuit Staff March 21, 2018 Selling SEL to Teachers by Tamara Fyke March 15, 2018 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – There is still a need for educators to understand why SEL is so important. by Tamara Fyke March 15, 2018 Letter to the Editor by EdCircuit Staff March 12, 2018 2 mins read According to Lee J. Dury, there are 3 necessary areas to boldly reframe education in Florida by EdCircuit Staff March 12, 2018 10 Great Movies for the STEM Classroom by Ian Egan March 9, 2018 2 mins read Clips from Hollywood movies can reinforce topics, spark discussion, and promote new perspectives. by Ian Egan March 9, 2018 Science Success is Built on Language by Ian Egan March 8, 2018 2 mins read Much of the vocabulary in science is unfamiliar as most people do not encounter it in their day-to-day life. by Ian Egan March 8, 2018 Untangling the Web by Ian Egan February 2, 2018 2 mins read Educators are on the front lines of a constantly shifting society. by Ian Egan February 2, 2018 Relationships Can Be the Solution, Even to Difficult Challenges by Tamara Fyke January 24, 2018 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – The school shooting in Marshall County, Kentucky needs a collective effort to heal. by Tamara Fyke January 24, 2018 32 New EdTech Products Will Be Introduced at the 2018 Future of Education Technology Conference by EdCircuit Staff January 24, 2018 2 mins read January 23 – 26, 2018 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida by EdCircuit Staff January 24, 2018 Evolution Labs Announces the Launch of GreekLife360 by EdCircuit Staff December 7, 2017 2 mins read Evolution Labs new web and mobile program delivers character education and responsible citizenship lessons to students by EdCircuit Staff December 7, 2017 EVERFI Supports the 14th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day by EdCircuit Staff October 27, 2017 2 mins read The importance of properly disposing unused prescription medication by EdCircuit Staff October 27, 2017 Discipline After Zero Tolerance by Ian Egan September 25, 2017 2 mins read Scholars are rethinking the effectiveness of zero-tolerance policies. by Ian Egan September 25, 2017 Unleashing Student Potential by Ian Egan August 22, 2017 2 mins read We need to inspire students to create the future. by Ian Egan August 22, 2017 Different Learning Needs by Ian Egan July 26, 2017 2 mins read Children have settled into patterns of learning that persist for life by the end of third grade. by Ian Egan July 26, 2017 A Public School Journey by Ian Egan July 12, 2017 2 mins read Dr. Alena Zachary-Ross is passionate about maintaining a sense of honesty and integrity inside education. by Ian Egan July 12, 2017 The Learning Process: Fitting The Unique Learning Style Of Elementary Students by Ian Egan July 7, 2017 2 mins read Innovative virtual learning system directed at early elementary-aged children by Ian Egan July 7, 2017 Prison Education: The Small Wins Matter by EdCircuit Staff March 29, 2017 2 mins read Prison inmates embrace learning by recognizing their accomplishments by EdCircuit Staff March 29, 2017 Keeping Students Safe: An Education Secretary’s Farewell Request by Mind Rocket Media Group January 19, 2017 2 mins read John B. King Jr., Secretary of Education, ending corporal punishment in schools by Mind Rocket Media Group January 19, 2017 Utilize Culturally Responsive Teaching by Dr. Berger January 16, 2017 2 mins read Culturally diverse learning environments benefit teachers by Dr. Berger January 16, 2017 The Pleasure-Pain Principle Of Instruction by EdCircuit Staff November 28, 2016 2 mins read Alex Terego | Author by EdCircuit Staff November 28, 2016 InformED Report 11/10/16 by Mind Rocket Media Group November 10, 2016 2 mins read What Trump’s Election Means for College Students and Parents by Mind Rocket Media Group November 10, 2016 InformED Report 11/3/16 by Mind Rocket Media Group November 3, 2016 2 mins read Germany proves tuition-free college is not a silver bullet for America’s education woes by Mind Rocket Media Group November 3, 2016 Have Librarians’ Value Diminished in the New Digital Age? by EdCircuit Staff November 3, 2016 2 mins read If you were to take your eyes off of your book for one minute, you’d notice what has happened around you. Technology is advancing at … by EdCircuit Staff November 3, 2016 From Shackles to School: Should Prisoners Have Access to Education? by Meghan Keates September 9, 2016 2 mins read By Meghan Keates by Meghan Keates September 9, 2016 Common Sense Education and Public Consulting Group Partner to Offer Professional Learning Courses focused on Digital Citizenship by EdCircuit Staff August 30, 2016 2 mins read San Francisco, CA [August 30, 2016] — To help educators teach their students how to use technology safely, respectfully, and responsibly, Common Sense Education and … by EdCircuit Staff August 30, 2016 Audio: VH1 Save the Music Foundation Impacts School Music Programs Nationwide Through Large Scale Instrument Donations by Mind Rocket Media Group July 27, 2016 2 mins read Henry Donohue, Executive Director of VH1’s Save The Music Foundation, talks about the impact of musical instrument donations to our nation’s schools and students. For the … by Mind Rocket Media Group July 27, 2016 Cyberbullying: Grab the Tablet by the Horns! by EdCircuit Staff April 29, 2016 2 mins read by Sgt. Thomas Rich This post, Understanding Cyberbullying Through Immersion: Educate, Empower, Engage, was originally published in SEEN Magazine. Today’s technology has taken on a life of … by EdCircuit Staff April 29, 2016 Social Media: What Special Education Teachers Need to Know by EdCircuit Staff April 27, 2016 2 mins read Update: by EdCircuit Staff April 27, 2016 Will the Power Ever Come on for Detroit Public Schools? by EdCircuit Staff January 18, 2016 2 mins read From U.S. Uncut Detroit’s students are trying to learn while breathing in black mold and sitting in classrooms filled with buckets catching toilet water leaking through … by EdCircuit Staff January 18, 2016 Value-Added Assessments Treat Teachers Like Cattle by Howard Pitler January 13, 2016 2 mins read School districts are under pressure from the federal government, foundations, and states to include value-added assessment as a part of a teacher’s evaluation to meet … by Howard Pitler January 13, 2016 Social Emotional Learning in School Settings by EdCircuit Staff November 10, 2015 2 mins read Mark Garibaldi, Researcher with American Institutes for Research’s Health and Social Development Program, discusses his research in this growing and vital field in education. by EdCircuit Staff November 10, 2015 From UN News Centre: Yemen: as conflict disrupts education for nearly two million children, UNICEF backs ‘catch-up’ classes by EdCircuit Staff July 27, 2015 2 mins read 24 July 2015 – With intensive bombardments and street fighting in Yemen forcing more than 3,600 schools across the country to close and disrupting education … by EdCircuit Staff July 27, 2015 Good Professional Development Mirrors Good Teaching by EdCircuit Staff April 27, 2015 2 mins read by Mike Anderson by EdCircuit Staff April 27, 2015 After school Activities: New Rules for 21st Century Kids by EdCircuit Staff April 23, 2015 2 mins read When I was growing up in Minnesota in the 1960s, “after school activities” for me meant walking out my family’s back door to play with … by EdCircuit Staff April 23, 2015 From The Register-Guard: Bill would limit school expulsions by EdCircuit Staff April 9, 2015 2 mins read Elementary schools would be allowed to eject students only if they do serious harm or are a threat to safety by EdCircuit Staff April 9, 2015 Principal Kafele Talks Realism in Educational Leadership by EdCircuit Staff March 23, 2015 2 mins read Baruti Kafele, better known as Principal Kafele, communicates his experiences in educational leadership with great conviction. An award winning leader Principal Kafele has impacted all … by EdCircuit Staff March 23, 2015 Can School Leaders Accurately Define 21st Century Needs? by EdCircuit Staff March 14, 2015 2 mins read Dr. Idit Harel, CEO and Founder of Globaloria, is an Israeli American entrepreneur with extensive experience in the trenches of education innovation and thought leadership. … by EdCircuit Staff March 14, 2015 Ask the Advocate: Your child’s first smartphone by Francey Hakes February 24, 2015 2 mins read By Francey Hakes by Francey Hakes February 24, 2015 Share FacebookTwitterLinkedinEmail
Helping Students Understand Cybersecurity and Digital Citizenship – S2E10 by Mind Rocket Media Group December 2, 2021 2 mins read Dan Farsaci, Director of Technology for Liverpool Central School District in New York, joins the podcast to share his expertise on helping students understand cybersecurity … by Mind Rocket Media Group December 2, 2021
S2E8 – Choosing the Right Digital Security Tools by Mind Rocket Media Group November 10, 2021 2 mins read Mind Rocket Media Group chats with technology leaders from Nebraska’s Norris School District: Noel Erskine, Technology Director and Bryan Williams, Network Administrator. by Mind Rocket Media Group November 10, 2021
What Animals Can Teach Us About Creativity by Pronita Mehrotra September 29, 2021 2 mins read Pronita Mehrotra discusses research on how rudimentary creativity skills demonstrated by different animal species give us clues about our own creativity. by Pronita Mehrotra September 29, 2021
Not All Hands-On Learning Is Created Equal by EdCircuit Staff September 7, 2021 2 mins read Cultivating an environment where students can risk failure is a critical foundation, but if a project is boring, it’s not going to move the needle … by EdCircuit Staff September 7, 2021
Ep. 25 – All You Need to Know About Kids and Social Media in 15 Minutes by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021 2 mins read Dr. Wendy Oliver provides an overview of popular social media apps and their uses including Discord, Instagram, TikTok and Messenger Kids. by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021
Ep 22 – Avoiding “CyberTraps” in Education, Part 2 – Privacy and Safety by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021 2 mins read In this episode, participants share their observations on how parents and educators are managing the transition to a new digital learning environment, and what by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021
Episode 6 – Digital Safety by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021 2 mins read In this episode, Dr. Wendy Oliver delivers a high-level overview of digital safety, some important information to know, and how it supports parents’ ability to … by EdCircuit Staff August 20, 2021
Mint, Electric Cars and How Creativity Can Flourish In Remote Environments by Pronita Mehrotra July 22, 2021 2 mins read Traditional brainstorming, done in-person as a group, is a little like mint in toothpaste or fake noise in electric cars, both of which don’t help … by Pronita Mehrotra July 22, 2021
Looking at the Escalation of School Violence Even During the Pandemic by EdCircuit Staff June 18, 2021 2 mins read Mass school shootings never stopped during the pandemic. Despite the fact that most schools were closed to in-person learning, school shootings continued to take place. by EdCircuit Staff June 18, 2021
Individualized Wellbeing Programs: Overcoming the 3 Biggest Challenges by EdCircuit Staff June 7, 2021 2 mins read When you keep it simple, student wellbeing works and works well, especially when you follow the three pillars to managing student wellbeing. by EdCircuit Staff June 7, 2021
Hiring Teachers Post-COVID: Everything Has Changed by EdCircuit Staff May 25, 2021 2 mins read If you’re a teacher, it’s a seller’s market. If you’re a school district or independent school, there are many things you should know to improve … by EdCircuit Staff May 25, 2021
What Evidence Means for Transformation: Two District Examples by EdCircuit Staff May 24, 2021 2 mins read Over the last six years, LearnPlatform has partnered with education organizations to improve the overall effectiveness of their education technology ecosystems. by EdCircuit Staff May 24, 2021
The Power and Possibility of Community Learning Hubs by EdCircuit Staff May 18, 2021 2 mins read Community Learning Hubs are community-driven efforts to support students’ learning and well-being, providing safe places to connect to school, caring adults, and additional services. by EdCircuit Staff May 18, 2021
Absent Without Leave: America’s Traditional K-12 Learners Are Leaving, Costing Schools Hundreds of Millions in Their Wake by Charles Sosnik March 29, 2021 2 mins read By taking advantage of everything that online learning has to offer, now is a great time to loosen the reins and let kids explore independently. … by Charles Sosnik March 29, 2021
Helping Students ‘Re-Center’ as They Re-Enter School Buildings by Tamara Fyke March 12, 2021 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – the importance of re-centering education as students head back to school. by Tamara Fyke March 12, 2021
A Tribute to a Community of Education Heroes by EdCircuit Staff March 8, 2021 2 mins read Christy S. Martin, Ed.D. pays tribute to the teachers in her community, thanking them as the heroes and hard workers who have met the challenges … by EdCircuit Staff March 8, 2021
6 Ways Nations Around The World Are Supporting Early Education Beyond Online Classrooms by Devishobha Chandra January 21, 2021 2 mins read For online learning to translate into effective learning, the changes need to radiate into other aspects of the ecosystem that support learning, especially early childhood … by Devishobha Chandra January 21, 2021
Innovating Beyond Avoidable K-12 Crises by Future of School January 4, 2021 2 mins read Innovating Beyond Avoidable K-12 Crises by Future of School January 4, 2021
School Schedule Instability Is Taking a Toll by EdCircuit Staff December 14, 2020 2 mins read The pandemic will be with us through the winter and spring, but we can do better and it might be prudent for districts to preschedule … by EdCircuit Staff December 14, 2020
6 Inspiring Ways to Continue STEM Education During the Pandemic by Devishobha Chandra November 17, 2020 2 mins read The pandemic has compelled educators worldwide to seek opportunities to include diverse, real-world activities into their students’ STEM-learning experiences. by Devishobha Chandra November 17, 2020
To Screen or Not to Screen; That Is the Question by Todd Stanley November 10, 2020 2 mins read Todd Stanley discusses the dilemma of requiring students to have their cameras on or not. by Todd Stanley November 10, 2020
Closing Out 2020 With Courage, Positivity & Perseverance by Tamara Fyke October 12, 2020 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – ideas for families and educators on giving and serving during this time of uncertainty. by Tamara Fyke October 12, 2020
Registration Opens for 2020-21 Conrad Challenge by EdCircuit Staff August 21, 2020 2 mins read The Conrad Challenge invites students between the ages of 13-18 from around the world to form teams of 2-5 and develop sustainable solutions to global … by EdCircuit Staff August 21, 2020
Summer Learning that Restores Balance and Provides Prep for the School Year by EdCircuit Staff August 5, 2020 2 mins read Reflection and insights on summer strategies applied by the 2020 class of Extraordinary Educators named by Curriculum Associates. by EdCircuit Staff August 5, 2020
An Education Entrepreneur’s Plan To Address Student Behavior During And After Covid-19 by Mind Rocket Media Group June 5, 2020 2 mins read As homeschooling becomes the norm in U.S. households, parents are finding themselves juggling the roles of guardian, educator and overall arbiter of behavior. Not only … by Mind Rocket Media Group June 5, 2020
10 Areas That Districts Need to Focus on Post COVID19 by EdCircuit Staff May 20, 2020 2 mins read Dr. Jay Eitner shares 10 areas that educational stakeholders must focus on in order to move onward. by EdCircuit Staff May 20, 2020
CoSN Podcast: S1E6, Remote Collaborating and Planning—Timely Tips from AASA, Digital Promise and CoSN by Mind Rocket Media Group March 19, 2020 2 mins read In this special CoSN podcast delivered in partnership with AASA (The School Superintendents Association) and Digital Promise, the participants examine best practices for working, learning, … by Mind Rocket Media Group March 19, 2020
An Urgent Effort to Support Student Needs in Response to COVID-19 by EdCircuit Staff March 18, 2020 2 mins read Rob Waldron discusses why the Waldron Charitable Fund has made a $1 million grant funding local community organizations. by EdCircuit Staff March 18, 2020
The Waldron Charitable Fund Announces $1M in Grant Opportunities to Support Children by EdCircuit Staff March 16, 2020 2 mins read As more schools nationwide close in response to concerns about the spread of the COVID-19 virus, The Waldron Charitable Fund has announced that it will … by EdCircuit Staff March 16, 2020
Education Needs to Push the Hard-Reset Button by EdCircuit Staff February 25, 2020 2 mins read Examining the means to transition school systems to their next highest function. by EdCircuit Staff February 25, 2020
How Consistency Creates Positive Childhood Experiences by Tamara Fyke February 10, 2020 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – how Kids Club not only changed her life, but also others. by Tamara Fyke February 10, 2020
FETC Was Great(er) Again This Year by Charles Sosnik January 30, 2020 2 mins read Education is a relationship business and that’s one of the values in attending a conference like FETC by Charles Sosnik January 30, 2020
49 New Products and Enhancements Will Be Showcased at the 2020 Future of Education Technology Conference by EdCircuit Staff January 8, 2020 2 mins read The 2020 Future of Education Technology Conference has announced 49 New Products and Enhancements that will be showcased at this year’s conference in Miami, Florida by EdCircuit Staff January 8, 2020
Kindergarten and Up: An Advocate for Tech-Supported Learning at All Levels by EdCircuit Staff November 12, 2019 2 mins read Marlo Gaddis, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for the Wake County Public School System in North Carolina has served in a variety of roles for NC … by EdCircuit Staff November 12, 2019
Q&A: What One Company Hopes to Share—and Learn—in the FETC Expo by EdCircuit Staff November 7, 2019 2 mins read Matt Duncan from Rocketbook discusses what his team hopes to share with educators at Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), in Miami, FL on January … by EdCircuit Staff November 7, 2019
CoffeEd: Gaining the Trust of Administrators and Teachers as a Tech Director by EdCircuit Staff October 14, 2019 2 mins read Eujon Anderson is the Technology Director for Alabama’s Troy City Schools. Anderson entered his education career from the technical side. Around nine years ago, he … by EdCircuit Staff October 14, 2019
Bringing an Educator’s Perspective to the School Board by EdCircuit Staff September 6, 2019 2 mins read Gresham-Barlow School District in Oregon is an example of a school board and administration whose open communication and strong relationships are benefitting learners. by EdCircuit Staff September 6, 2019
Leaning into Relationships for Hope and Healing by Tamara Fyke August 9, 2019 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – Let’s build strong and healthy communities through intentional relationships. It’s simple, but not always easy. by Tamara Fyke August 9, 2019
Typing.com Introduces Coding and Tech Literacy Content to Enhance 21st Century Skill Development by EdCircuit Staff April 23, 2019 2 mins read Comprehensive tech literacy curriculum for elementary and secondary students, which will support the development of key 21st century skills. by EdCircuit Staff April 23, 2019
Meet Your Favorite EdTech Authors at FETC 2019 (Part 2) by EdCircuit Staff December 20, 2018 2 mins read “Meet the Author” session for Tuesday, January 29, 2019 by EdCircuit Staff December 20, 2018
CoffeEd: FETC 2019 Presenter Preview: Susan Brooks-Young by Mind Rocket Media Group December 17, 2018 2 mins read FETC 2019 presenter Susan Brooks-Young by Mind Rocket Media Group December 17, 2018
5 Doable Digital Citizenship Goals for Teachers by Guest Contributor November 30, 2018 2 mins read Digital citizenship topics in the classroom tackle big questions. by Guest Contributor November 30, 2018
Connected School Buses to Deliver Smarter (and Safer) Students by Guest Contributor November 2, 2018 2 mins read School bus wi-fi connections gave students up to 28,000 hours of additional instruction time by Guest Contributor November 2, 2018
4 Terrific Teacher Communities for Summer Professional Development by Ian Egan July 27, 2018 2 mins read Teacher communities are a nice blend of social interaction and knowledge-sharing among peers. by Ian Egan July 27, 2018
Poway Unified School District has Saved More Than $1.5 Million Annually by Utilizing Peachjar’s Digital Flyer Platform by EdCircuit Staff July 13, 2018 2 mins read Peachjar saves over 1.5 million for PUSD through a new line of communication for parents and district. by EdCircuit Staff July 13, 2018
My School Dance Announces Enhancements to Improve Dance and Event Planning Success by EdCircuit Staff June 19, 2018 2 mins read My School Dance enhancements give schools an increased ability to verify student identity, maintain reliable attendance lists, and ensure student safety. by EdCircuit Staff June 19, 2018
Reinventing Learning for the Always-On Generation by Ian Egan June 12, 2018 2 mins read The digital generations have grown up with literally hundreds of different ways to communicate. by Ian Egan June 12, 2018
4 Great Lesson Plans for Internet Safety by Ian Egan May 15, 2018 2 mins read Building a student’s awareness of the potential risks and encouraging thoughtful online behavior can help kids stay safe. by Ian Egan May 15, 2018
No Parents Left Behind! by Ian Egan May 11, 2018 2 mins read Parents have always had a role in their child’s education, but it’s evolving. by Ian Egan May 11, 2018
Youth Suicide Part 2 by Ian Egan March 28, 2018 2 mins read Often times, educators are the first to see the signs and notice behavioral changes. by Ian Egan March 28, 2018
Using Technology to Uncover New Funding Opportunities by EdCircuit Staff March 21, 2018 2 mins read More than 25 million students in high-poverty schools benefit from Title I funds. by EdCircuit Staff March 21, 2018
Selling SEL to Teachers by Tamara Fyke March 15, 2018 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – There is still a need for educators to understand why SEL is so important. by Tamara Fyke March 15, 2018
Letter to the Editor by EdCircuit Staff March 12, 2018 2 mins read According to Lee J. Dury, there are 3 necessary areas to boldly reframe education in Florida by EdCircuit Staff March 12, 2018
10 Great Movies for the STEM Classroom by Ian Egan March 9, 2018 2 mins read Clips from Hollywood movies can reinforce topics, spark discussion, and promote new perspectives. by Ian Egan March 9, 2018
Science Success is Built on Language by Ian Egan March 8, 2018 2 mins read Much of the vocabulary in science is unfamiliar as most people do not encounter it in their day-to-day life. by Ian Egan March 8, 2018
Untangling the Web by Ian Egan February 2, 2018 2 mins read Educators are on the front lines of a constantly shifting society. by Ian Egan February 2, 2018
Relationships Can Be the Solution, Even to Difficult Challenges by Tamara Fyke January 24, 2018 2 mins read Social and Emotional Learning – The school shooting in Marshall County, Kentucky needs a collective effort to heal. by Tamara Fyke January 24, 2018
32 New EdTech Products Will Be Introduced at the 2018 Future of Education Technology Conference by EdCircuit Staff January 24, 2018 2 mins read January 23 – 26, 2018 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida by EdCircuit Staff January 24, 2018
Evolution Labs Announces the Launch of GreekLife360 by EdCircuit Staff December 7, 2017 2 mins read Evolution Labs new web and mobile program delivers character education and responsible citizenship lessons to students by EdCircuit Staff December 7, 2017
EVERFI Supports the 14th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day by EdCircuit Staff October 27, 2017 2 mins read The importance of properly disposing unused prescription medication by EdCircuit Staff October 27, 2017
Discipline After Zero Tolerance by Ian Egan September 25, 2017 2 mins read Scholars are rethinking the effectiveness of zero-tolerance policies. by Ian Egan September 25, 2017
Unleashing Student Potential by Ian Egan August 22, 2017 2 mins read We need to inspire students to create the future. by Ian Egan August 22, 2017
Different Learning Needs by Ian Egan July 26, 2017 2 mins read Children have settled into patterns of learning that persist for life by the end of third grade. by Ian Egan July 26, 2017
A Public School Journey by Ian Egan July 12, 2017 2 mins read Dr. Alena Zachary-Ross is passionate about maintaining a sense of honesty and integrity inside education. by Ian Egan July 12, 2017
The Learning Process: Fitting The Unique Learning Style Of Elementary Students by Ian Egan July 7, 2017 2 mins read Innovative virtual learning system directed at early elementary-aged children by Ian Egan July 7, 2017
Prison Education: The Small Wins Matter by EdCircuit Staff March 29, 2017 2 mins read Prison inmates embrace learning by recognizing their accomplishments by EdCircuit Staff March 29, 2017
Keeping Students Safe: An Education Secretary’s Farewell Request by Mind Rocket Media Group January 19, 2017 2 mins read John B. King Jr., Secretary of Education, ending corporal punishment in schools by Mind Rocket Media Group January 19, 2017
Utilize Culturally Responsive Teaching by Dr. Berger January 16, 2017 2 mins read Culturally diverse learning environments benefit teachers by Dr. Berger January 16, 2017
The Pleasure-Pain Principle Of Instruction by EdCircuit Staff November 28, 2016 2 mins read Alex Terego | Author by EdCircuit Staff November 28, 2016
InformED Report 11/10/16 by Mind Rocket Media Group November 10, 2016 2 mins read What Trump’s Election Means for College Students and Parents by Mind Rocket Media Group November 10, 2016
InformED Report 11/3/16 by Mind Rocket Media Group November 3, 2016 2 mins read Germany proves tuition-free college is not a silver bullet for America’s education woes by Mind Rocket Media Group November 3, 2016
Have Librarians’ Value Diminished in the New Digital Age? by EdCircuit Staff November 3, 2016 2 mins read If you were to take your eyes off of your book for one minute, you’d notice what has happened around you. Technology is advancing at … by EdCircuit Staff November 3, 2016
From Shackles to School: Should Prisoners Have Access to Education? by Meghan Keates September 9, 2016 2 mins read By Meghan Keates by Meghan Keates September 9, 2016
Common Sense Education and Public Consulting Group Partner to Offer Professional Learning Courses focused on Digital Citizenship by EdCircuit Staff August 30, 2016 2 mins read San Francisco, CA [August 30, 2016] — To help educators teach their students how to use technology safely, respectfully, and responsibly, Common Sense Education and … by EdCircuit Staff August 30, 2016
Audio: VH1 Save the Music Foundation Impacts School Music Programs Nationwide Through Large Scale Instrument Donations by Mind Rocket Media Group July 27, 2016 2 mins read Henry Donohue, Executive Director of VH1’s Save The Music Foundation, talks about the impact of musical instrument donations to our nation’s schools and students. For the … by Mind Rocket Media Group July 27, 2016
Cyberbullying: Grab the Tablet by the Horns! by EdCircuit Staff April 29, 2016 2 mins read by Sgt. Thomas Rich This post, Understanding Cyberbullying Through Immersion: Educate, Empower, Engage, was originally published in SEEN Magazine. Today’s technology has taken on a life of … by EdCircuit Staff April 29, 2016
Social Media: What Special Education Teachers Need to Know by EdCircuit Staff April 27, 2016 2 mins read Update: by EdCircuit Staff April 27, 2016
Will the Power Ever Come on for Detroit Public Schools? by EdCircuit Staff January 18, 2016 2 mins read From U.S. Uncut Detroit’s students are trying to learn while breathing in black mold and sitting in classrooms filled with buckets catching toilet water leaking through … by EdCircuit Staff January 18, 2016
Value-Added Assessments Treat Teachers Like Cattle by Howard Pitler January 13, 2016 2 mins read School districts are under pressure from the federal government, foundations, and states to include value-added assessment as a part of a teacher’s evaluation to meet … by Howard Pitler January 13, 2016
Social Emotional Learning in School Settings by EdCircuit Staff November 10, 2015 2 mins read Mark Garibaldi, Researcher with American Institutes for Research’s Health and Social Development Program, discusses his research in this growing and vital field in education. by EdCircuit Staff November 10, 2015
From UN News Centre: Yemen: as conflict disrupts education for nearly two million children, UNICEF backs ‘catch-up’ classes by EdCircuit Staff July 27, 2015 2 mins read 24 July 2015 – With intensive bombardments and street fighting in Yemen forcing more than 3,600 schools across the country to close and disrupting education … by EdCircuit Staff July 27, 2015
Good Professional Development Mirrors Good Teaching by EdCircuit Staff April 27, 2015 2 mins read by Mike Anderson by EdCircuit Staff April 27, 2015
After school Activities: New Rules for 21st Century Kids by EdCircuit Staff April 23, 2015 2 mins read When I was growing up in Minnesota in the 1960s, “after school activities” for me meant walking out my family’s back door to play with … by EdCircuit Staff April 23, 2015
From The Register-Guard: Bill would limit school expulsions by EdCircuit Staff April 9, 2015 2 mins read Elementary schools would be allowed to eject students only if they do serious harm or are a threat to safety by EdCircuit Staff April 9, 2015
Principal Kafele Talks Realism in Educational Leadership by EdCircuit Staff March 23, 2015 2 mins read Baruti Kafele, better known as Principal Kafele, communicates his experiences in educational leadership with great conviction. An award winning leader Principal Kafele has impacted all … by EdCircuit Staff March 23, 2015
Can School Leaders Accurately Define 21st Century Needs? by EdCircuit Staff March 14, 2015 2 mins read Dr. Idit Harel, CEO and Founder of Globaloria, is an Israeli American entrepreneur with extensive experience in the trenches of education innovation and thought leadership. … by EdCircuit Staff March 14, 2015
Ask the Advocate: Your child’s first smartphone by Francey Hakes February 24, 2015 2 mins read By Francey Hakes by Francey Hakes February 24, 2015