Time and Learning
This blog was written by contributing writer Marva Hinton, who, as the mom of a toddler, knew learning can happen at any time and anywhere. This blog is no longer being updated, but you can continue to explore these issues on edweek.org by visiting our related topic pages: learning time and instructional time.
Student Well-Being & Movement
N.Y.C. Mayor Promotes Plan to Expand After-School Programs With New Tax
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio visited a Bronx middle school last week as part of his effort to promote the expansion of after-school programs.
Student Achievement
S.C. Governor Proposes Increased State Aid for Summer Reading Camps
The governor is looking to quadruple state spending on summer reading camps as part of a broader plan to improve public education.
School & District Management
Massachusetts District Eyes Four-Day School Week
The superintendent suggests that the switch could save the district money, though some experts question whether a shorter week can deliver on that.
Student Achievement
New Resource Tracks Legislation on Expanded Learning Time
The interactive resource provides up-to-date information on state policies and legislation concerning expanded learning time.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Yearlong Celebration of Shakespeare By Library Offers Teachable Moments
The Philadelphia Free Library will celebrate Shakespeare's 450th birthday throughout 2014 with a series of hands-on activities, performances, and screenings of his work to help engage young people and adults.
Student Achievement
Iowa Eyes Pilot Program for Extended Learning Time
Iowa officials are considering a proposal from the state education agency to create a $1 million pilot program for extended learning time in schools.
Education
Is Homework for the Benefit of Students or Teachers?
The issue of overloading students with homework once again is drawing media attention with a Washington Post column suggesting that some teachers give it for the wrong reasons.
School & District Management
Washington Districts Eye Ways to Meet Mandate for Extended Learning Time
Washington state districts must provide at least 1,080 hours of instructional time to their yearly schedules for middle and high school students, as a new mandate goes into effect next year.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Tracking the 'Learning Gap' in Time and Money
A new analysis aims to quantify, in both hours invested and dollars spent, the learning advantages that accumulate to children who grow up in middle- and upper-class homes.
Student Well-Being & Movement
New Video Tells Story of Baltimore Debate League for Students
The Baltimore Urban Debate League uses the art of debate as a means to help improve students' self-esteem, achievement, and access to college.
Student Achievement
Kansas Governor Offers $80 Million Plan to Support Full-Day Kindergarten
Currently, the state funds half-day kindergarten, and districts kick in local funds to support full-day kindergarten if they want to offer it.
Student Achievement
Report Spotlights Use of Extended Learning Time With NCLB Waivers
States may not be taking full advantage of the opportunity to integrate expanded learning time into school-turnaround plans they have promised to deliver in return for receiving federal waivers.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Smithsonian Unveils New Science Learning Space for Teenagers
The Smithsonian's new hands-on learning center encourages teenagers to find the connection science has to their lives each day.
Education
Homework-Free Nights? N.Y. High School Mandates Some Relief
Homework is a perennial issue of debate in schools and communities. One high school is now fobidding it on certain nights of the week.