The “Gateways To STEM” event, on Tuesday, Oct. 23, from 1 to 3 p.m., will provide STEM educators a deep dive into a wide array of STEM issues, and connect you to Education Week reporters, as well as colleagues in the field. Topics will include tracking in math classes, the challenge of science teaching in the elementary grades, and whether calculus should be the culminating math course for high school students.
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VIDEO: Veteran Educator Larry Ferlazzo Retires, Reflects on His Career
Ferlazzo will continue his Education Week opinion blog and plans to be a volunteer teacher to incarcerated youth this fall.
School & District Management
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How Federal Cuts Are Affecting School Meals and Local Farmers
Elimination of the $660 million Local Food for Schools grant means less fresh food for students, and a financial hit for local farmers.
School & District Management
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This District’s Solution to Teacher Burnout? 4-Day School Weeks
A small Ohio district uses a four-day school week to recruit and retain teachers, while improving their work-life balance.
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Teachers, Try This: Graphic Novels to Enhance Any Subject
By incorporating graphic novels in the classroom, students can see themselves reflected in the characters, while covering timely topics.
