@theushca

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 Reston, VA
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Joined April 2014
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Teacher retention is a pressing challenge, and while raising pay is critical, it’s not the whole solution.  #ushca #hrineducation #teacherretention edweek.org/teaching-learning…

Teacher Contracts Need to Change. And It’s Not Just About Money (Opinion)

If we want to retain effective teaches, we should increase teacher compensation—but we need to do it strategically.

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Under a second Trump presidency, proposed budget cuts and the potential dismantling of the Department of Education could dramatically reshape school funding and the fabric of public education.  #ushca #doe #departmentofeducation the74million.org/article/wha…

What a Second Trump Presidency Could Mean for Education in the U.S.

Some see Donald Trump’s decisive victory as an ‘immediate threat,’ but others expect him to be limited by the ‘reality of governing.’

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Was There Ever a Golden Age in American K-12 Education? 📈 New data reveals that student achievement in the U.S. peaked in the early to mid-2010s, with notable gains in math and college attainment. But the momentum has since slowed. 🔗 Read the article: the74million.org/article/whe….

When Was the Golden Age of American K-12 Education? And How Can We Tell?

Petrilli: A look at NAEP scores — and the students who took those tests — provides insights into what works in the classroom and where to go from here

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In this #The74Million article Superintendent George Philhower shares how Eastern Hancock Schools transformed their approach to focus on teacher confidence and development. #ushca #k12education #hrineducation   i.mtr.cool/obpzbmbfaw
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#EdWeek wrote an article on how breastfeeding #teachers face significant challenges in finding time and space to pump during the school day, despite federal laws that protect their rights.#ushca #k12education i.mtr.cool/wmqvfmzoxh
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👏 A big shoutout to Knox County Schools for achieving near-zero teacher vacancies this year through innovative hiring strategies! #ushca #knoxcountyschools #k12education #hreineducation i.mtr.cool/xskzvksdau
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Check out #Nimble’s latest survey for #K12 HR professionals on teacher recruitment practices— share your insights and get a chance to win a $200 gift card! #k12education #ushca 👉 i.mtr.cool/qnuzderxna

K-12 HR Professionals Survey: Teacher Recruitment Practices

K-12 HR/recruitment leaders can complete this 5-minute survey to be entered to win a $200 gift card. Your individual responses will be kept private. Anyone who completes the survey, will receive free...

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As ESSER funds dry up, the priorities for school districts are shifting.  i.mtr.cool/lihiofxblf #ushca #education #educationleadership #schoolsafety #literacy #k12education #budgetplanning

Forget Hot-Button Ed Issues — Voters Want Safe Schools and Kids Who Can Read

Wise & Siddiqi: As ESSER funds run out, districts need to consider these priorities as they plan their future budgets.

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With these funds set to expire on September 30, schools are bracing for budget challenges. #USHCA #budgetcuts #education  i.mtr.cool/flnslepovh

Texas schools got billions in federal pandemic relief. It's coming to an end as school begins

Educators say they’ll struggle to keep the programs they created with those funds, highlighting their precarious situation without more state help.

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EdWeek's "3 Things Principals Can Do to Make Teacher PD Better," to discover how giving teachers more agency, fostering mutual learning, and creating formal sharing spaces can transform your school’s instructional goals. #ushca #k12education. i.mtr.cool/yisaljpsvm

3 Things Principals Can Do to Make Teacher PD Better

School leaders need to include teacher voice to create the most engaging professional development.

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New Blog Post: The Accelerator Effect: How School Systems Can Fast-Track Access to Great Teachers. #ushca #education #k12education i.mtr.cool/hvnkycopdn
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According to a recent RAND survey, 1/3 of teachers are using AI tools like ChatGPT to transform their classrooms and save time. Read more in the 74 Million article to see how AI is revolutionizing education: the74million.org/article/one… Comment your thoughts below! ⬇️

One-Third of Teachers Have Already Tried AI, Survey Finds

A RAND poll released last month finds English and social studies teachers embracing tools like ChatGPT.

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🎥 What We're Watching: Should Teachers Be Accountable for Student Outcomes? 🤔 Check out this panel on teacher accountability with experts Thomas S. Dee, Matthew Kraft, and Michelle Rhee, hosted by the Program on Education Policy and Governance. youtu.be/_UBhBQ0s92M?feature…
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In this K-12 Dive article they believe that bringing staff and student voices into school design is essential for creating spaces that truly meet their needs.  i.mtr.cool/samwzgulvr #ushca #k12education #education #k12talent #k12 #k12staff #studentvoices #educationalequity

Bringing staff and student voices into the school design process

Education leaders and school architects say knowing what students and staff want in school construction and renovation is vital for planning.

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What We're Reading 📚  AI in K-12 education can be a double-edged sword, helping teachers while posing challenges like cheating and data privacy concerns.  Read more about these groundbreaking guidelines and their impact on education: i.mtr.cool/igcsrekhgy #ushca

AI Guidelines for K-12 Aim to Bring Order to the ‘Wild West’

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Despite challenges during the pandemic, new federal data reveals a promising trend: enrollment in teacher prep programs has increased or stabilized in 40 states!  #ushca #education #k12education i.mtr.cool/jqbwoxllpf

Teacher Prep Programs See ‘Encouraging’ Growth, New Federal Data Reveal

During key pandemic years, teacher prep enrollment increased or stabilized in 40 states. Why it’s not enough to curb shortages.

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Despite the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) urging equitable access to qualified teachers since 2015, states have varied in their response, leading to inconsistent reporting and data quality. i.mtr.cool/vropjqfcbo #EducationEquity #TeacherQuality #ESSA 🍎📚

Ensuring Students' Equitable Access to Qualified and Effective Teachers - National Council on...

Students in high-need schools deserve equitable access to effective teachers, yet persistent disparities in teacher quality continue to undermine educational outcomes. Federal law requires that...

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According to 74 Million, public schools saw a significant increase in both student enrollment and staff numbers, including 15,000 additional teachers. This surge resulted in staffing levels hitting an all-time high on a per-student basis. i.mtr.cool/sixfeewehk

Another Year of School Staffing Gains in 9,500 Districts as Fiscal Cliff Looms

Aldeman: An all-time high in 2022-23, with 173,000 students & 159,000 employees, including 15,000 more teachers. See latest numbers.

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📣 Join us on 3/12 for a webinar presented by USHCA and Upbeat, hosted by the incredible Dr. Emily Kalejs Qazilbash, to explore "Building Belonging & Wellbeing within school systems - How to deal with The Challenge of Teacher Retention" RSVP HERE 👉 i.mtr.cool/ravzmylubw
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📚 IU13, Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 based in Pennsylvania, recently published a comprehensive content guide on Recruitment & Hiring for school system. Check out the full guide here⤵️ i.mtr.cool/pqfddefgpx
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