The latest results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) are sobering. Reading and math scores for high school seniors have dropped to their lowest levels in more than 20 years. In 2024, only 22% of twelfth graders were proficient in math, and just 35% in reading—both down from 2019. Nearly half of seniorsContinueContinue reading “NAEP Scores Hit New Lows: It’s Time to Put Academics First”
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5 Ways Schools Can Update Libraries for Today’s Students
In an era where information is just a click away, the role of the school library is evolving. No longer confined to shelves of dusty books, today’s libraries have the potential to be vibrant hubs of learning and innovation. Updating school libraries to meet the needs of modern students means embracing digital technology, creating flexibleContinueContinue reading “5 Ways Schools Can Update Libraries for Today’s Students”
5 Things Teachers Need To Do This Summer
As we come to the end of another school year, it is time for all educators to take some time to breathe, relax, and reflect. There are not many professions that have defined beginnings and endings every year. Educators need to take advantage of this opportunity in order to better themselves by paying attention toContinueContinue reading “5 Things Teachers Need To Do This Summer”
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