There was a time when schools were the hub of the community, strengthening ties between families and businesses simply through their presence. After all, it’s easy to bring neighbors together when they all frequent the…
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Census data indicates state funding for schools dropped sharply following the 2008 recession (CBPP, 2017), and while most states have made gradual improvements since 2015 many schools still rely on fundraising to close the gap….
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Time and again we hear the mantra, “It takes a village,” and for good reason. It’s simply not realistic to expect a single teacher or even a school to meet the needs of every child…
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The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place – George Bernard Shaw. When it comes to school communications, never has there been a more accurate statement, however, this should…
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Culture is defined as the social behavior and norms found in human societies. Within a school community (hive), culture is the product of the interactions between students, educators, parents, businesses and neighbors. When these parties…
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A new year means a fresh start for many, and the world of education is no different even though we’re at the mid-way point of the current school year. That’s because January marks the start…
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Our 2018 blog series, The Future of Work, can be summed up in two words: technological innovation. What jobs will disappear as a result of innovation? What jobs will be created? What skills will students…
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For generations, we have relied on educators to prepare our children for the future, and while they continue to play a critical role in the education process they must not be the only responsible party….
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Taking our education system from the Industrial Revolution model that creates good employees to a Digital Age model that creates good entrepreneurs is a concept many can agree upon. Where we lack consensus is how…
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The end of summer can be an emotional time for parents, students and teachers alike. There may be disappointment about returning to a structured schedule, excitement about seeing friends and apprehension or optimism about adjusting…
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