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I highly recommend attending this webinar if you can. Nicole and Sara are two of the best in the business at breaking down policy and programs into practical application.

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Do your students need access to content rich nonfiction science literacy books? Summit K12 can help!

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Interesting insights into what’s causing K-12 teachers to quit and what will make them stay. It’s imperative that leadership in our country makes it a priority to improve conditions so we can keep our valuable teachers and administrators in the classroom.

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Help your secondary students become proficient readers with Power Up!

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A bit more about BloomBoard and how we help school districts with on-the-job teacher prep and advancement.

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Here are 3 quick examples of RETRIEVAL PRACTICE in action. Three "chunks" of information are delivered and immediately used (retrieved), significantly improving retention levels. What tools are you using to build retrieval into your lessons? #TeachingStrategies #Learning

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Thrilled to connect with educational leaders during our ‘Spring Into Success’ webinar last week! Attendees walked away with actionable insights to implement into their end-of-year planning. Take a look at what one of the leaders said as a reflection for the year during the webinar. If you missed the webinar, you can still register for the on-demand and gain planning tips and tricks! https://bit.ly/3UxgTF5

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Exciting news for educators! NWEA is introducing a new integrated solution, MAP Reading Fluency with Coach, which is a K-5 reading assessment and tutoring solution designed to assess a student's reading level and place them in a personalized 1:1 reading tutoring pathway. With this innovative solution, educators can personalize their teaching for each student's needs, making learning more effective than ever before. Learn more about this new solution here: http://spr.ly/6001bHep9 #education #literacy #tutoring #readingassessment

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There are some good insights in this article. Something as simple as not splitting up reading and writing can make a big difference.

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Join us and learn more about how K12 districts are navigating this new landscape of instructional AI!!

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As more and more districts are taking proactive steps to enhance safety measures when #everysecondcounts, a handful of states have championed legislation to implement silent panic alert buttons in all schools. A recent article from Lauren Mascarenhas of CNN highlights how states are prioritizing school safety through the adoption of Alyssa’s Law, but there is still much work to be done. This initiative underscores the importance of leveraging technology solutions to create safer learning environments and reduce response time for emergencies. Silent panic alert systems offer a direct line of communication, enabling rapid coordination between school personnel and law enforcement during critical situations. Read the full article to learn more about Alyssa’s Law and how states can take this crucial step toward enhancing school safety with panic alert buttons

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School Leaders! * Continuous Improvement or Checking the boxes and move on? * Assess the true needs and the WHY, or keep checking those boxes? Educators do the work, but is the work being done in the best interest of ALL stakeholders? Give a look at Lesli Laughter new book and you’ll find- - Proven methods that work - Strategies to dig into the Why(s) - Best practices that the most effective schools are using. Bravo! 806 Technologies, Inc. #ContinuousImprovement #CNA #DeeperThanCompliance #Educators #Leaders https://a.co/d/etfN31A

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📉 Young Students Still Lagging in School Readiness Post-Pandemic 📉 Recent data from Curriculum Associates reveals that young students, particularly those in grades K-2, show "no sign of recovery" in math and reading skills. Fall 2023 assessments indicate that many kindergartners are starting below grade level compared to pre-pandemic years. "More kindergartners in fall 2023 — who were 1-2 years old in March 2020 — began the school year below grade level in reading compared to kindergartners from fall 2019, for example." “Though in some subgroups there were only small declines from pre- to post-pandemic, the percentage of students beginning the year well below grade level has grown substantially in some grades, with no sign of recovery or return to pre-pandemic levels,” the report highlights. The performance gaps are most pronounced in schools with higher percentages of Black and Hispanic students, underscoring the ongoing impact of the pandemic on educational equity. Early intervention is critical to address these challenges and support student success. A notable positive from the report is the improvement in phonics performance across all grade levels, showing a promising climb towards pre-pandemic levels. 📊 Let's continue the conversation about solutions and support for our youngest learners. Stages Learning is seeing strong results in the use of our Academic Readiness Intervention System (ARIS) in both special education and general education early childhood classrooms! #EdTech #Education #K12 #LearningRecovery #StudentSuccess #EquityInEducation #EarlyChildhoodEducation https://lnkd.in/gFxHYVyH

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It's hiring season! Let's go! Although districts are managing teacher shortages, here are 3 tips for hiring great candidates who will help enhance your school community 💙 #school #teacher #hiring

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Welcome to School Leader Soundbites, a podcast dedicated to empowering K-12 leaders with the latest insights and strategies in marketing and communications! Today, we're discussing Conquering Resistance: Tips for New K12 Leaders Show up authentically -When you are coming in, you are often given advice on how to show up for the team. -We use the advice we are given and use it as a roadmap instead of showing up with authenticity. -Check in with yourself regularly. Go slow to go fast -Look for trends and theme, come in and listen. -Take time to process and analyze what you hear from employees against data -Going too fast disrupts the system so much that it paralyzes everything. . Be vulnerable -Does not mean, tell your entire life story. Make connections but don’t overshare. -Share stories that you can tie with how you were able to move on and improve the situation. If you are needing help with this, call me for one-on-one coaching or team building/retreat facilitation. I’m happy to help. Thanks for tuning in to School Leader Soundbites. *School Leader Soundbites* is your essential podcast for navigating the complex world of K-12 leadership with confidence and clarity. Hosted by Veronica V. Sopher, a 25-year veteran in school public relations, this podcast delivers actionable insights and innovative strategies to elevate your school's marketing and communications efforts. Veronica V. Sopher is the strategic designer behind several award-winning marketing campaigns and has crafted winning bond and tax rate communications plans. With extensive experience in crisis management—Veronica is an expert passionate about public education as the great equalizer. Whether you're looking to enhance community engagement, improve transparency, or turn feedback into actionable results, *School Leader Soundbites* provides the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Sponsored by K12 Insight, this podcast is more than just a resource—it's a catalyst for meaningful change. Discover how K12 Insight’s solutions can strengthen relationships with parents, students, and staff, fostering a culture of trust and collaboration within your school community. Veronica is also available for consulting and public speaking, specializing in leadership development and executive coaching. Tune in and transform your leadership journey with insights that make a real difference. Find me at: https://lnkd.in/gWeaQuxK Social: @VeronicaVSopher *About Our Sponsor:* K12 Insight partners with schools and districts to build stronger relationships with parents, students, and staff. They believe trust is the foundation of successful education and offer solutions designed to foster engagement, promote transparency, and turn feedback into actionable results. Want to explore how Let's Talk and K12 Insight's comprehensive suite of customer service solutions can amplify your school's efforts and strategic goals? Visit: go.k12insight.com/sopher

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Helpful tips here to build learning paths for student success with your courses. #highereducation #onlinelearning #studentsuccess

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4 ways to boost Math Instruction! Steven Shadel, Great Minds Math Leader, highlights that "while districts are using strategies carefully tailored to their needs to bounce back, there are also a few common practices in virtually every district excelling in math instruction. One of these is to use a high-quality curriculum that is cohesive and emphasizes conceptual development in math, not just rote memorization or tricks to solve problems." Check out the top 4 strategies in this article:

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