Elementary School Leadership Social Studies 
The Hechinger Report
AUGUST 13, 2024
“We have kids that on our benchmark knowledge assessments are scoring what is the equivalent of second grade, first grade, fourth grade,” said Fisher, who is also a professor and chair of educational leadership at San Diego State University. That said, a handful of states and school districts are starting to explore the approach.
The Hechinger Report
APRIL 20, 2020
NEW YORK — Social studies teacher Karen Rose stepped out of New Rochelle High School last month for what will likely be the last time. Along with Rose, I contacted a middle and an elementary school teacher to see how they are faring. All are adapting to new platforms and trying to reach their students virtually.
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The Hechinger Report
MAY 2, 2020
Now nearly 400 schools use it across 40 states. Nearly 400 schools use the Summit Learning Program across 40 states. Because Summit requires new schools to spend almost an entire year preparing to adopt its model, the coronavirus is not expected to cause a surge in the number of Summit schools next fall.
Digital Promise
MARCH 10, 2015
This spring, Digital Promise is working with six school districts conducting education technology pilots. They are outstanding districts with strong leadership - and we know they’re not alone. Fulton County Schools. It seems like it’s really built for high school students. ” Larry White.
The Hechinger Report
MAY 1, 2020
As an example, Hudson cited a lower elementary school in the Delta where none of the K-3 teachers are certified to teach. Even candidates who struggle with math are likely to pass the Praxis exam in their area of study — social studies or biology, for example.
The Hechinger Report
APRIL 25, 2023
Carrie Bakken, a social studies teacher and program coordinator who has been with the school since 2001, said the model appeals to younger workers and has helped the school avoid hiring challenges. “We During the pandemic, some teachers in the upper grades left, and this year the school has several new staff members.
The Hechinger Report
MARCH 6, 2017
All of our districts are members the members of the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools, an 86-district coalition recognized for innovation and leadership in education. Notably: In reviews of 17 middle school math programs , just one was deemed standards-aligned across grades six to eight.
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