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In recent years, discussions about advanced and gifted education have revolved around expanding access, and last year’s final report from the National Working Group on Advanced Education offered numerous recommendations for how schools and districts can make these programs work better, and for more students. But what policies and practices do districts actually have in place for their advanced learners? To read the new study visit: https://lnkd.in/eAA9N-YF

Middle School, Middle Level- these are the people who guide the boys who have to jump as high as they can on every doorway. The girls who are figuring out what to carry in their purse. The ones who call eveyone “bruh” and “bro” every day and as generically as possible. The ones who will -probably- work for a single Starburst, or any type of food… The ones who still need recess every day even if the school doesn’t schedule it, because kinetic energy is still all over the place… when they act awake after 9am. The ones who can change the smell of a room in 3.5 seconds. The ones who are too cool and are too silly- within five minutes and back again. The ones who sometimes have the self-control of a gnat, and then have startlingly profound awareness. The ones who are both mean and kind on the same day. The ones whose brains are neuro-organizing all the files in new places and they forget everything and all their stuff. The ones whose energy could power the world, just like Monsters Inc. The ones who take a special kind of teacher to *get* them. They’re not just smaller high schoolers. Hats 🎩 Off to the Middle Level Educators.

Education is tricky, and the system in place that shapes it is even trickier. It is the dream of parents, students, and teachers everywhere to have a high quality system where learners are free to explore their interests and shape into strong, productive, and moral men and women. This has been enhanced, and in some cases exacerbated, by many layers of federal, state, and local policies that are in place throughout our nation. Let's review the top 20 policies that shape our modern day education systems: https://lnkd.in/g73Ee-dx

As a new parent/grandparent, it can be overwhelming to try to learn about all of the various ways to save for a child's higher education. Here's my attempt at simplifying the most popular options and discussing the pros/cons of each approach. https://lnkd.in/gsKQGQwf

I asked my class a couple weeks back the following questions. 1) How would you define a "good" primary school education? What would you look for? 2) How would define a "good" higher education education? How would you answer those questions? #education #educationquality #highereducation

How can community colleges help address teacher shortages? 👩🏫 Community College Research Center is out with a new brief that examines how seven CUNY community colleges are contributing to the awarding of degrees in education, especially in critical shortage areas. The brief also discusses measures CUNY has taken to support student transfer between two- and four-year colleges and improve the experience for students interested in a career in education. Dive in to the brief: https://lnkd.in/esudbPt6

A question for all of our education researchers out there. Are you aware of a dataset that discusses the distribution of higher education undergrads and the state they went to high school in?

🎉Residency programs and apprenticeships are moving the needle on the new teacher pipeline. Check out how these programs are impacting teacher preparation with guidance and what supports have made these programs possible.

The 2024-2025 school year is soon to begin...are you happy with your child's current school and education?? The Power of Choosing the Right School https://lnkd.in/dy3Zn7Ea

Join us on April 1st for an enriching session with the BEEE Foundation Inc. on "Navigating the Essentials of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) in Florida". This virtual presentation is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills needed to support ESE students effectively. Secure your spot now! Register at: https://lnkd.in/eUu8Bk_X Session will include topics on: ✏️ Understanding ESE in Florida: A foundational look at ESE in our state. ✏️ Legal Framework and Policies: An exploration of the rights and responsibilities of teachers within ESE, highlighting the legal backdrop and due process. ✏️ Identification and IEP Process: Insight into identifying ESE students. ✏️ Instructional Strategies for ESE Students: A discussion on differentiated instruction, featuring practical examples. ✏️ Giving Feedback to the LEA for an IEP Meeting: Guidance on how to effectively document and communicate feedback during IEP meetings, with a focus on student performance documentation ✏️ Resources and Support: An overview of state and local ESE resources.