Designing Effective STEAM Curriculum: Practical Lessons from Tech Camps By Jamie Turner Over the next decade, an estimated 75 percent of jobs will require some familiarity with STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Yet many educators feel unprepared: only about 10 percent of U.S. teachers report confidence teaching advanced technology skills. At Digital Media Academy, … Read more

Esports and K–12 Education: Engagement, Attendance, and Opportunity Esports has quickly become a powerful tool for keeping K–12 students engaged, especially when learning happens remotely or on hybrid schedules. In this episode of the EduJedi Report, host LeiLani Cauthen explores how competitive gaming and video game–based learning are reshaping attendance, participation, and long-term pathways for … Read more

By Norberto Perez Integrating a virtual, chat-based tutoring service into our after-school tutoring program proved to be an excellent fit for both students and teachers. While many districts struggle to generate consistent usage, our district has seen encouraging participation. Teachers appreciate the flexibility the service provides, and students benefit most from the private, on-demand support … Read more

By Charles Sosnik Many history enthusiasts will recall a concise observation by the 30th President of the United States, Calvin Coolidge: “The business of America is business.” Spoken during the exuberant Roaring ’20s, it captured an era when American industry prioritized production, trade, investment and profit. If Coolidge’s line defined the 1920s, then a similar … Read more

By Betsy Hill and Roger Stark Many parents and teachers feel the “individualized” in Individualized Education Program (IEP) is more nominal than real. While it isn’t literally true that every IEP is identical, a striking sameness has emerged: accommodations like extended time on tests and preferential seating are applied broadly rather than tailored to the … Read more

“Not only has remote learning created learning difficulties for many students, but it has stripped them of the opportunity to be.” — KS Learning online has created critical concerns for students beyond academics. Many young people have experienced declines in physical and mental health, increased safety and security worries, and, for some, anxiety about basic … Read more

What if testing was more human centric and not so scary and indiscriminate? In this episode of the EduJedi Report Podcast, host LeiLani Cauthen explores how assessments can be redesigned to restore meaning, fairness, and usefulness for students and educators. LeiLani speaks with Laura Slover, CEO, and Joey Web, Director of Academic Services, from CenterPoint … Read more

By Nadine Levitt We need to address an obvious truth: our teachers are exhausted. They are giving everything they have to support students while trying to fill staffing gaps as more educators leave the profession. For those who have worked in schools for many years, fluctuations in conditions and policy are expected. Historically, things swing … Read more

Teaching—whether online or in a traditional classroom—is a demanding profession that requires a wide range of skills, ongoing training, and strong support. New and experienced educators alike face daily challenges that can test their confidence, classroom management, and professional growth. Mentor teachers play a vital role in helping educators navigate those challenges and succeed in … Read more

Guest article written by: Dee Fletcher How to Create a Greener Classroom: Practical, Eco-Friendly Tips for Teachers Green is everywhere now—green technology, green transportation, green energy—and schools are following suit. Bringing sustainable practices into the classroom not only reduces waste and saves money but also models responsible behavior for students. Below are practical, easy-to-adopt strategies … Read more