Letter to the Editor
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College & Workforce Readiness
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Workers Need Preparation and Purpose
A letter discusses the importance of helping future workers find purpose in their lives and work.
Teaching
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We Must Encourage Students to Communicate
In this letter, a curriculum developer discusses the importance of developing students speaking and listening skills.
Curriculum
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Curriculum Is More Than Academic Requirements
"The reality our children face requires of them a lot more than a mastery of academics," says this letter writer.
Reading & Literacy
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Meaning Must Come First During Reading Instruction
A reading tutor pushes back against the science of reading in this letter to the editor.
Artificial Intelligence
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ChatGPT and AI Are Reshaping Education
If students are using artificial intelligence to cheat, educators should take issue with the assignments, not AI, says this letter.
Equity & Diversity
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To Recruit Black Teachers, We Need Black Leaders
A math teacher explains why Black leaders play a significant role in recruiting and retaining Black educators in this letter to the editor.
Teaching Profession
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Treat Teachers Like Human Beings to Avoid Burnout
Understanding teachers' limitations and strengths to utilize their skills in ways that drive their passion can also help avoid burnout.
Assessment
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State Exams Offer Pathways for Some—Not All—Learners
A parent writes a letter to the editor detailing her child's experience with state exams in New York.
Social Studies
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Teach Black Fear in U.S. History, Analyze White Fear More
The fear that white people have of Black people deserves further classroom analysis, says this letter to the editor.
School Climate & Safety
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How to Support Students Following a School Shooting
An educator offers seven tips for teachers and parents about how to talk to kids about and help them deal with the aftermath of school shootings.
Student Well-Being & Movement
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Schools Must Combine Exercise and Learning in the Classroom
It’s important for students to add movement into their daily school routine, says this letter to the editor.
Student Well-Being & Movement
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Better Sleep and Breathing Habits May Improve Mental Health
A parent and yoga instructor explains the importance of good breathing and sleep in this letter to the editor.
Budget & Finance
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Federal Funds Should Be Prioritized to Support Mental Health
A psychologist urges districts to invest in social-emotional and mental health supports—above all others—in this letter to the editor.
Reading & Literacy
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We Must Integrate Reading and Writing
"How to develop a nation of great writers is worthy of further discussion," says this letter to the editor.