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Across Texas, school leaders are searching for ways to both boost student achievement and bring in sustainable funding to support their college, career, and military readiness (CCMR) initiatives. One of the most strategic opportunities available is the CCMR Outcomes Bonus (OB) funding provided by the Texas Education Agency…

Digital tools are integral to how students learn, how teachers teach, and how districts deliver instruction. But not all platforms are designed to work for every learner. As accessibility requirements tighten, it’s critical that schools and districts understand what WCAG 2.2 Level AA compliance means and how to…

In the world of education accountability, standardized test scores carry weight. They inform funding decisions, influence public perception, and more importantly, serve as a critical measure of how well schools are serving their students. But while districts and schools are swimming in data, the path from…

Why Is Networking Important in Education? No matter your role—classroom teacher, instructional specialist, or school leader—the demands of education can feel overwhelming. As formats for teaching shift and career paths diversify, professional networking has become essential for growth and support. Educators benefit from having trusted peers…

Whether you’re attending your first education conference or your fifteenth, the experience can be both energizing and overwhelming. The best conferences leave you buzzing with ideas, but without a strategy, it’s easy for those insights to fade as soon as you’re back in the classroom. With some planning…

As school leaders look ahead to 2025–2026, Title I remains one of the most significant federal funding sources available to support student achievement. But with ongoing administrative changes and shifting federal priorities, it’s understandable that districts are asking: What should we expect this year? …

Making Data Work for You: Analyzing Assessment Data in PLCs In today’s classrooms, data is everywhere—but turning that data into meaningful instruction is where the real challenge lies. Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) offer a powerful structure for educators to collaborate, ask critical questions, and make student data actionable.

Great schools start with great teachers, but teacher retention and engagement remain urgent challenges. Burnout, workload, and lack of support are driving educators to reconsider their future in the profession. Administrators have a unique opportunity to change that narrative with practical, actionable strategies that make teachers feel valued,…

South Carolina’s Read to Succeed (R2S) Act, first passed in 2014 and significantly revised by Act 114 in 2024, continues to reshape how schools approach literacy in the early grades. With the summer fast approaching, schools and districts are once again preparing to…