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Perspective | Being nimble, resilient, and innovative in unique times
The following is Mary Ann Wolf’s “Final Word” from the Dec. 5, 2020 broadcast of Education Matters: “How teaching has evolved during the coronavirus pandemic.”…
Perspective | Sharp decline in out-of-school suspensions reflect LCPS’s aim to keep students in class
An intentional, coordinated effort by Lenoir County Public Schools to strengthen the connection between teachers, students and parents has cut the number of out-of-school student suspensions by more than half over the past five school years.…
The Editor’s Notes
There is big news in the Rowan-Salisbury Schools, NC’s renewal school district. Dr. Tony Watlington, the chief of schools in Guilford County Schools, has been named the new superintendent. “Along with our strong team, Dr. Watlington will press us to continue to use our Renewal status for
innovative and groundbreaking education,” says Kevin Jones, school board chair.
The State Board of Community Colleges is meeting today and tomorrow. Word is they will be interviewing the short list of candidates for president. Here is more information.
Need to know
Sharon Contreras in the News | Three Female Education CEOs Show How To Make Government Work In A Crisis
“I’m leading with greater conviction…and courage,” Sharon reflects. “It’s even more important now to secure an education for our most vulnerable children.”... Read the rest
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The Canopy Project | What COVID-Era Learning Looks Like in 144 Innovative Schools Around the Country
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Explore | NC has six schools in The Canopy Project
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Is the pandemic our chance to reimagine education for students with disabilities?
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College completion rate stays flat
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Congress Close on Simplifying FAFSA
