Artwork stating 'Education Destroys Barriers', 'We Demand Treatment', and 'I Need A Chance'

Search Results

You searched for: -

There are 2955 results  for your search.  View and Refine Your Search Terms

  • Jolted

    September 05, 2018 |

    Vermont Public Radio |

    Podcast |

    Over 15 Minutes

    Response Location: United States, Fair Haven, Vermont

    When it’s discovered that someone is planning a mass shooting, what are the possible responses? Can those individuals be prosecuted? How do states balance personal liberty and public safety? These are all questions that residents of Fair Haven, Vermont had to grapple with when plans of a school shooting were found. From better threat assessments, to gun control legislation, to considering teen’s experiences in today’s world, the issues and corresponding responses prove challenging reconcile.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Wander the Halls, Say Hello: A New Approach to School Safety

    September 05, 2018 |

    The New York Times |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: United States, New York, New York

    When Mayor de Blasio surveyed students at a forum following the Parkland shooting, almost none of them said they felt comfortable confiding in the security officer assigned to their school. This fall, New York City's public schools are piloting a restorative justice approach to school safety - safety agents, acting as "beat cops," are now expected to walk the halls, engage with students, and deescalate conflict. The initiative, still playing out, has been met with mixed reviews.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • What crowdfunding is telling us about the future of Chicago education

    September 04, 2018 |

    Chalkbeat Chicago |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

    Since Chicago Public Schools started using the crowdfunding platform DonorsChoose.org in 2004, educators from 500 schools have collected over $20 million in donations. Most notable is that teachers are not only using the service to cover basic supplies, but are also pitching ideas to support innovative learning approaches such as personalized instruction. According to the company's founder, "We can tap into classroom teachers’ frontline expertise to unleash better targeted, more creative, more innovative, micro solutions than what someone would have come up with from on high."

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Training teachers like doctors

    September 04, 2018 |

    The Philadelphia Citizen |

    Text |

    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: United States, Michigan

    To combat the intense teacher turnover rate nationwide, the University of Michigan's School of Education is rolling out a new training program that models itself after residencies in the medical field. After graduating and completing apprenticeships, students will return to their assigned school for three more years to work under their mentors. Early results from similar programs suggest the approach offers previously unavailable support systems and improves teachers' chances of staying in the profession.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • An initiative that helps teachers buy a home is expanding to 15 Colorado districts

    September 04, 2018 |

    Chalkbeat Colorado |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: United States, Colorado

    Landed, a philanthropic for-profit organization, has loaned money to 90 Colorado school district employees for down payments on homes. This funding fills a pressing gap - in Denver, the average home goes for over half a million dollars while the average teacher is paid an annual salary of $57,000. As Landed expands to 14 new Colorado districts, it stands out from similar initiatives for its generous down payment loans and focus on securing teachers permanent housing instead of rental units.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Scratch: What Did You Do On Your Summer Vacation? These Kids Built Robots

    September 04, 2018 |

    WYSO |

    Radio |

    3-5 Minutes

    Response Location: United States, Dayton, Ohio

    A low-cost summer program in Dayton, Ohio run by Ohio University and business partners is introducing students to the 21st century high-tech manufacturing industry. The camp is working to dispel the notion that manufacturing work is old-fashioned and helping to fill a shortage of skilled workers in this industry statewide.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Teaching After Hours: The Rise Of International Online Teaching

    September 03, 2018 |

    Forbes |

    Text |

    Under 800 Words

    Response Location: United States

    A new crop of international companies is connecting English-language teachers and students in China for online tutoring sessions. The flexible arrangements are a way for Chinese elementary and secondary pupils to improve their English skills and also a mechanism for modestly paid American teachers to supplement their income.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • To Raise Confident, Independent Kids, Some Parents Are Trying To 'Let Grow'

    September 03, 2018 |

    NPR |

    Radio |

    3-5 Minutes

    Response Location: United States, Oregon

    Organizations like Let Grow are partnering with elementary schools and providing parents with lesson plans and resources to inspire independent and self-directed play in students - giving "families the information they need to push back against a culture of overprotection."

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Universal mental health screenings to be introduced in local middle schools

    August 31, 2018 |

    Kirkland Reporter |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: United States, Washington

    In response to a growing suicide rate, Washington State's King County school district is trying to take a proactive approach by incorporating a universal mental health screening through online surveys in seventh grade health classes.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • College Not for You? He Offers a Skills 'Boot Camp' Instead

    August 30, 2018 |

    OZY |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: United States

    Since opening its doors in 2013, Praxis, an innovative higher education company, has placed 96 percent of its graduates in entry level jobs by graduation. Praxis accelerates the traditional college path, combining a six month boot camp with a six month apprenticeship.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

Go to All Solutions in Focus