Amidst an escalating mental health crisis, recent statistics have painted a troubling picture of student wellness, revealing a pressing need for action. Recent NCES data underscores a rising trend in mental health concerns within public schools, with 69% reporting an uptick...
Understanding Truancy and Chronic Absenteeism
Truancy and chronic absenteeism remain a significant challenge in K-12 education, with profound implications for student performance and equity. Data indicates that one in five eighth graders was chronically absent in 2015, with absenteeism rates...
Empowering voices within the educational sphere transforms the learning environment into a dynamic and collaborative space. This approach champions student and teacher involvement in shaping their educational experiences. It also extends to nurturing robust school-community partnerships, ensuring educational strategies...
As the school year draws to a close, K-12 school principals are presented with an invaluable opportunity to reflect on the lessons learned and plan strategically for the future. This year, several significant themes have emerged from different facets...
In today’s educational environment, school principals find themselves at the helm of increasingly complex challenges. From navigating staffing shortages to addressing the mental and emotional well-being of their students and staff, the role of a school principal has never...
In an era where technology drives education, ensuring cybersecurity in schools is paramount. Recent incidents in Los Angeles, Alabama, and Louisiana highlight the pressing need for school principals to prioritize data protection measures to safeguard student and employee information.
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School safety is evolving rapidly, with the latest technological advancements ushering in a new era of protection. As schools continue to navigate the complexities of safeguarding their campuses, these technological solutions offer a glimpse into a future where education...
As the K-12 student population continues to grow more diverse, it’s up to school leaders to ensure students from every background feel accepted. That process can include increasing diverse representation and providing culturally responsive teaching, but the root of...
In light of the findings from Motorola’s K-12 School Safety 2023 Survey Report, which revealed that 66% of parents consider school safety a primary factor in school selection, and 72% of teachers deem it crucial in deciding where to teach,...
As school principals, you never want to hear that your students are being bullied. Unfortunately, bullying is an everyday occurrence for some students. Between 2012 and 2022, 19% of students between the ages of 12 and 18 said they...
