A Better Plan for Fully Reopening Schools This Fall By Lisa Nielsen last updated 15 July 20 Any plan for fully reopening schools needs to offer flexibility and learning options
How to Ensure You’re Getting the Most from CARES Act Funds By Annie Galvin Teich published 16 June 20 Ask the right questions to get the most from CARES Act funds and stimulus grants
3 Key Words for Education Boards to Remember During a Crisis By Tara Smith published 15 June 20 Education boards need to emphasize direction, trust, and implementation
Why a School Board Should Set New Priorities During a Crisis By Tara Smith published 12 June 20 For a school board, Successful navigation of a crisis requires trust, consensus, and mutual focus on clear goals and priorities
Closing the Achievement Gap: The Road from Recovery to Restart By Carl Hooker published 11 June 20 To help close the achievement gap, leaders in Miami-Dade County Schools have dedicated significant energy to ensuring students do not fall victim to summer slide
K-12 Survey on Pandemic Decisions: Most Education Spending to Remain Stable By TL Editors published 6 June 20 The survey report includes recommendations based on IESD’s extensive experience in the education market.
Cybersecurity Planning for Next School Year By Ray Bendici last updated 20 June 21 Cybersecurity planning for the school year ahead was the subject discussed by leaders from Santa Fe Public Schools and Loudon Schools
Remote Learning and Mental Health: Preparing for Back to School By Ray Bendici published 26 May 20 When considering remote learning and mental health in back-to-school plans, being aware and nimble is critical
CDC Updates Considerations for Re-opening Schools By Ray Bendici published 22 May 20 New guidance from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on implementing best safety practices and creating healthy environments
Remote Learning and Mental Health: Best Practices and Potential Pitfalls By Ray Bendici published 22 May 20 When it comes to remote learning and mental health, educators have to remember that everything is not "normal."
Planning for Next Year: Transitioning from Remote Learning to Blended Learning By Ray Bendici last updated 20 June 21 Blended and remote learning will be part of learning going forward according to leaders from Parkland School District and Township High School District #211.
Preparing for Back to School: Fall Showdown: Remote vs. Online By Jon Castelhano published 21 May 20 For back to school planning, Gilbert Public Schools is focusing on implementing what's been working during remote learning
Remote Learning and Mental Health: What Educators Need to Be Aware Of By Ray Bendici published 20 May 20 When it comes to remote learning and mental health, educators have to actively stay connected with students and families
Preparing for Back to School: Applying Remote Learning Lessons By Erica Hartman published 19 May 20 The plan for Morris School District returning to class in Fall heavily relies on remote learning experiences from this Spring
Preparing for Back to School: How to Use a Task Force to Drive Planning By Jill Gildea published 14 May 20 Park City School District in Utah has organized a task force to lead its back to school planning for Fall
Tech & Learning Remote Learning Series: What They’re Doing in California By Ray Bendici last updated 24 July 21 Leaders from Los Angeles USD and Cupertino USD shared how remote learning has been implemented
Remote Learning in Action: Mountain Brook Schools By Missy Brooks published 23 April 20 How Mountain Brook Schools implemented a remote learning plan, including podcasts, an elearning conference, and other resources.
Tech & Learning Remote Learning Series: What They're Doing in Texas By Ray Bendici last updated 24 July 21 District leaders from small, medium, and large districts discussed how they are meeting diverse needs as they roll out remote learning programs
Tech & Learning Remote Learning Series: Lessons Learned in Georgia By Ray Bendici last updated 24 July 21 Georgia districts applied their remote learning lessons learned from 2014's "Snowmaggedon" to quickly launch an effective remote learning plan.
Tech & Learning Leadership Roundtable Recap: Remote Learning in Illinois By Ray Bendici last updated 24 July 21 The inaugural virtual “lunch and learn” roundtable and interactive Q&A focused on implementing remote learning.
