Virtual Schooling In The News

Beginning with the Education Dive.

Rural students face persistent access barriers to counselors, gifted programming

Research from the National Rural Education Association also calls attention to a lack of home internet, but highlights growing student diversity.

Next, the eSchool and eCampus News.

Teacher shortages bring to mind the saying ‘necessity is the mother of invention’ The use of online learning shouldn’t just be to pipe in a virtual teacher that delivers more one-size-fits-none, whole-group instruction. READ MORE>

Embracing personalized learning’s tech-powered evolution While things get back to normal, some students are still learning remotely. Not all headsets are equal. Reliable ones offer sound protection, noise cancellation, and comfort, while cheap earphones don’t. Here are five reasons to opt for pro headsets for students. READ MORE>

How to find the right edtech tools for public schools Discover the ideal edtech tools for public schools, even with limited funding–navigate the landscape of educational technology on a budget. READ MORE>

Staffing for 2023-24 – Expand Options and Fill Gaps with Remote Teachers Teacher shortages are reaching unprecedented levels, and school districts nationwide are grappling with understaffed classrooms. Stream our on-demand webinar for insights and tailored strategies for your district for 2024. READ MORE>

This week an irregular entry with items from the The74.

Go Deeper:

•  Virtual Nightmare: One Student’s Journey Through the Pandemic

Also, the various newsletters from ASCD.

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Superintendent: How online tutoring bridges gaps The “Starbucks generation,” comprising Gen Zs and millennials, values quality products and experiences, and this extends to their approach to education, writes Wayne Walters, superintendent at Pittsburgh Public Schools. In this blog post, Walters writes that online tutoring, through platforms like Tutor.com, aligns with their preferences, offering after-hours support, student-centered strategies, progress tracking and a balance between in-school and online tutoring. Full Story: SmartBrief/Education (11/28)

Pa. district to launch virtual PE course
South Middleton School District in Pennsylvania will launch Distance PE, a virtual physical education course for Boiling Springs High School senior students, for the 2024-25 school year. The program combines online lessons and personalized physical activities, aiming to alleviate space constraints and provide flexibility for students to meet graduation requirements while engaging in self-directed fitness activities.

Full Story: The Sentinel (Carlisle, Pa.) (11/27)

Full Story: Washington State Standard (Olympia) (11/20)

Other News

• Professional development boosts efficacy of ed tech tools
  EdTech (11/22)

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Next, the Google News alert for virtual school.

Head count: Enrollment down at most schools – Yahoo News

DODEA teacher with disabilities who asked to come late to school wasn’t discriminated …

State Report: Sioux City Nodland and Sunnyside continue to be “high performing” schools

Is there any evidence to suggest that Kadi Kivilo is the fictional character from Smoke Sauna …

These Alabama school districts are seeing rapid increase in enrollment – al.com

Report: These are the best elementary schools in the Holland area

Here are the best elementary schools in the area, according to U.S. News

Head count: Enrollment down at most schools | News | kokomotribune.com

Oklahoma Christian leaders seek to join suit opposing state-funded Catholic school

These States Are Gearing Up For A School Choice Showdown In 2024 | The Daily Caller

High school graduation rate increases in Hamilton County | Chattanooga Times Free Press

Leading Liverpool education project has HEARTS of gold

U.S. News ranks Hillsborough schools | Tampa | tampabeacon.com

Oklahoma Christian Leaders Seek To Join Suit Opposing State-Funded Catholic School

Dothan City Schools early dismissal for holiday and Christmas break – WTVY

Liverpool’s HEARTS Project receives prestigious teaching award for its support of vulnerable children

WILL files amicus brief in support of Oklahoma’s Catholic charter school – The Lion

10 Massachusetts High Schools With the Highest Dropout Rates in the State

Virtual Schools Market 2031 Insights with Key Innovations Analysis |K12 Inc, Connections …

District names principals for Lawrence High School, Lawrence Virtual School

Interim principals at LHS and Lawrence Virtual School named to permanent leadership positions

Oklahoma: Lawsuits target first religious public charter school in U.S. – UPI.com

Amazon Future Engineer: Preparing the youth for a digital future

Opinion: Hamilton County’s improved graduation rates are nice, but ACT, TCAP scores are …

SCASA NAMES 2024 MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR

SCASA NAMES 2024 ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR

Get to Know … KD Bender – Florida NewsLine

14DAYPILOT Present at Dubai International Airshow and AFM SUMMIT 2023 – Ruetir

Finally, the Google News alert for cyber school.

Pennsylvania’s Education Funding Challenges and the Role of Charter Schools

New PSSA results show some scores are rebounding, but kids are still behind

Cyber School Market Research Report 2029, Growth Trends and Competition |K12 Inc …

Report: Cyber Charter schools drain local tax dollars for worse education outcomes – Indiana Gazette

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