Principals Central to Student Learning Objectives
Some lessons and observations for states and teachers when it comes to student data, assessment and education.
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The Vulnerability of Kindergarten in Arizona and Across the Nation
Today we look at a report on the disparities between states full-day kindergarten programs.
Ten PreK-12 Debates to Expect in 2014
Over the next year be prepared for these battles in education policy.
Six New Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge Winners
All prioritize building a strong continuum of learning beginning at birth and extending up through the third grade of elementary school.
Building Bridges Between Pre-K and Kindergarten
The House and Senate bills identify several ways to smooth transitions and build bridges between pre-K and kindergarten.
Landmark Federal-State Pre-K Partnership Bills Emphasize Access, Quality
The Strong Start for America’s Children Act, a legislative form of President Obama’s vision for universal Pre-K.
Obama Pre-K Plan Heads To Congress
A legislative form of President Obama’s Pre-K proposal is headed to Congress.
At Whole Child Podcast: Education and our Youngest Learners
Young children do need free play and recess. But teachers should think intentionally about how to use play as tool for learning.
Troubling and Promising Findings in NCTQ Scan of State Teacher Evaluation Policies
States have been rapidly overhauling their teacher evaluation systems.