Named after the hundred-eyed watchman of Greek myth, Argus watches the education landscape: spotting new opportunities, pressure-testing the ventures we're building, and tracing every read back to the real-world signals behind it.
The evidence library: the raw signals the pipeline is watching across the education ecosystem. Every idea is built from these.
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A student being bullied at school. Struggling with their homework. Bringing a gun to school. These are familiar scenarios, but what happens when the person encountering them first isn’t a person at all but an AI-programmed teaching assistant? The post I interviewed Realbotix’s AI teaching assistant. Here’s what happened. appeared first on District Administration .
For the second year in a row, the U.S. Department of Agriculture will let schools seek a temporary “accommodation” if they can’t meet new limits on foreign food in school meals. The post Big banana shortage avoided in school cafeterias this year appeared first on District Administration .
Therapy, mentoring and professional development over a meaningful period of time can help teachers better show up for themselves and their students.
Walk into almost any elementary classroom today and you will likely hear the same concern from teachers across grade levels: Many students can swipe, tap, and navigate a screen with ease, but struggle to hold a pencil comfortably, form letters fluently or sustain writing for more than a few minutes without fatigue.
Field trips have always been more than a day away from desks. They are the moments students remember, the experiences that build empathy and ignite curiosity. A new Getting Smart post examines what the research says about virtual field trips and offers a classroom-ready framework that helps educators design experiences worthy of that same legacy. For leaders looking to expand access and deepen engagement without waiting for a bus, this is a practical and visionary read. The post Beyond the Classroom Walls: What Research Says About Virtual Field Trips appeared first on Getting Smart .
A high school student creates an online class for middle schoolers — and gains perspective on teaching.
AI is rapidly reshaping education, but not always in ways that support learning. A growing number of AI tools promise to “help” students by doing assignments, writing papers, solving problem sets, or even completing exams automatically.
Picture someone sitting at a kitchen table after the kids are finally in bed, laptop open, half-drunk mug of herbal tea nearby. For years, she has had a vague idea for a business--custom curriculum design for small learning pods, for example, or a micro-studio creating bespoke art for local nonprofits.
Every June, once the last bus leaves and the halls go quiet, I get the strong desire to take a deep breath and to allow the pressure of the previous school year to subside and let the slower pace of summer settle in.
The U.K.’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) recently warned of a surge in cyberattacks from “insider threats”--student hackers motivated by dares and challenges--leading to breaches across schools.
President Trump's Education Department is telling schools to stop considering race when it comes to school discipline.
Families and educators are starting to reconsider school-issued computers and tablets.
The "wins" the administration is celebrating include highlighting their efforts to shut the department down as well as progress on bolstering school choice. The post Trump admin touts efforts to shut down Education Department as school year begins appeared first on District Administration .
The department's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued new federal guidance warning school leaders that they should not consider a student's race in discipline matters or they would risk being investigated. The post When is suspending students discrimination? Education Dept. renews an old fight appeared first on District Administration .
Long before computers entered our homes and classrooms, photographs helped shape what people believed. Images carried a particular kind of authority: We did not simply look at them; we often treated them as evidence.
A new survey of 145 men in the profession points to mentorship, pay and a sense of belonging as the biggest levers for recruitment and retention.
Money woes continue to confound middle- and lower-income families and keep them from even the simplest benefits, such as spending more time together, ...
The dominant narrative around today’s students is bleak: declining test scores, post-pandemic learning loss, and widespread concerns about student behavior and mental health.
In emergencies, time is the most valuable resource--and it’s often the one in shortest supply. Whether a medical crisis, fire, or security threat, the difference between a quick response and a delayed one can significantly shape outcomes.
One of the ‘worst offenders,’ Tennessee is home to schools that have become more segregated over the past three decades. The post Report: Tennessee schools rank high in racial and economic segregation appeared first on District Administration .
The State Board of Education will vote on incorporating more Christian stories into public classrooms as well as on deemphasizing race and cultural diversity in history lessons. The post More Bible stories in public schools, changes to history lessons before Texas education board appeared first on District Administration .
Transparency is key to building trust surrounding AI, says this innovation leader. On this episode of HL Shorts, we hear from Andy McWilliams , VP of AI clinical product development and co-chair of AI governance at Advocate Health , about how to build trust in AI with patients. Tune in to hear his insights. Pillar: CNO Image: Tags: AI innovation nurses nursing technology Secondary Pillars: Technology Innovation CNO Article Type: Analysis Published Date: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Hide sidebars: Render small main image:
The future of high-quality middle level engagement will include career exposure and exploration with a focus on transferable skills and the development of career goals.
Education leaders must respond to six system shifts with clear vision, adaptive leadership, and future-ready competencies. The post What Should Leadership Look Like in the Age of Generation Alpha? Why Leadership Competencies Are More Important Than Ever appeared first on Getting Smart .
A well-intended policy has unintended consequences.
Educational technology, or edtech, has reshaped how educators teach, offering opportunities to create more sustainable and impactful learning environments.
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By now, the 2025-2026 school year is well underway. The glow of new beginnings has faded, and the process of learning has begun in earnest. No doubt there is plenty to do, but I recommend that educators take a moment and check in on their teaching toolkit.
As digital learning continues to evolve, K-12 districts are under pressure to deliver connectivity that’s as fast, secure, and flexible as the learning it supports.
The district says the program includes longer literacy blocks, targeted early interventions and specialized teacher training to help young students build reading skills faster. The post Atlanta Public Schools launches new literacy pilot to help young students read faster appeared first on District Administration .
Do you think you’re creative? Try this: List as many uses for a paperclip as you can in two minutes. Most people imagine a standard size metal or plastic clip. But consider that the “paperclip” could be made out of wood, gold, microprocessors, money, or anything you can imagine.
What does it look like when a city becomes a learning campus? The Providence After School Alliance spent two decades answering that question, aligning schools, city agencies, and community organizations so young people could access high-quality learning far beyond the school day. This Steward Story traces PASA's evolution from a bold response to a local crisis into a nationally recognized model for ecosystem building, credit-bearing out-of-school learning, and the kind of coordination that outlasts leadership transitions. For education leaders navigating fragmented systems, PASA's journey is both a blueprint and a call to action. The post Steward Stories: Spotlight on Providence After School Alliance appeared first on Getting Smart .
The English-first bias in technology must be addressed.
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I once met a student who had attended three different schools before arriving at mine. His parents described him in familiar terms: quiet, disengaged, unmotivated.
The federal government punted enforcement for website and mobile app accessibility. But will schools just end up in the same place later on?
Walk into any data meeting at a K-12 school today, and you'll likely see a familiar scene: educators huddled around printed reports, highlighters in hand, trying to make sense of student data spread across multiple dashboards.
Lawmakers are rushing to restrict classroom tech—but advocates say failing to give families of students with disabilities a seat at the table will ...
Schools spend a lot of time on managing kids' behaviors; Dr. Ross Greene implores adults to instead first look at the unsolved problems that triggers the outbursts.
When people outside of education talk about comprehensive school safety planning, it can sometimes sound theoretical: a checklist of protocols or a compliance exercise.
When I first started experimenting with AI in my classroom, I saw the same thing repeatedly from students. They treated it like Google. Ask a question, get an answer, move on.
Career Exploration Starts Earlier Than You Think When should career exploration begin? According to the research highlighted in this new guide, the answer is much earlier than many districts realize. Middle school is a pivotal time to help students connect their interests with future careers while introducing the skills and pathways that will shape their […] The post [Download] Career Awareness and Exploration in Middle School appeared first on District Administration .
Dublin City Schools faced about a $20 million deficit and a financial crisis that prompted the state to step in with emergency payroll assistance and put its accreditation at risk. The post Entire school board in Georgia district suspended appeared first on District Administration .
It’s the fourth consecutive year that the national average exemption rate has reached a record, and the vast majority are parents withholding shots for nonmedical reasons. The post US school vaccination rates inch down yet again and exemptions reach record high appeared first on District Administration .
Walk into almost any classroom in America, and you’ll see a system designed for consistency: same lesson, same pace, same expectations for every student. For decades, that model has served millions well.
Research reveals little to no penalty from employers for teachers who earn four-year degrees at community colleges instead of universities.
Research reveals little to no penalty from employers for teachers who earn four-year degrees at community colleges instead of universities.
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