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Becomeateacher.infoSun, 5 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Finalists-in-Miami-Dade-Teacher-of-the-Year-contest-named8711.aspMon, 23 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Finalists-in-Miami-Dade-Teacher-of-the-Year-contest-named8711.asphttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Fewer-educators-enrolling-in-Idaho-teachers-unions8711.aspMon, 23 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Fewer-educators-enrolling-in-Idaho-teachers-unions8711.asphttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/South-Carolina-teacher-receives-prestigious-history-award8711.aspFri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/South-Carolina-teacher-receives-prestigious-history-award8711.aspNew York Governor Andrew Cuomo is the latest public figure to become involved in the growing dispute over teacher evaluations in the state, reports ABC News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-York-governor-intervenes-in-evaluations-argument2257.aspWed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-York-governor-intervenes-in-evaluations-argument2257.aspTeachers in Tennessee recently criticized proposed changes to the way educators in the state are assessed, and called for an introductory period of one year to test the new system, reports the Memphis Commercial Appeal.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Tennessee-teacher-evaluations-process-criticized-by-educators2257.aspWed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Tennessee-teacher-evaluations-process-criticized-by-educators2257.aspCalifornia-based nonprofit group, the National Center for Science Education (NCSE), recently announced that it would include climate change as part of its mission to ensure the scientific integrity of school science curricula, reports The New York Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teaching-advocacy-group-taking-steps-to-ensure-climate-change-taught-in-schools2257.aspTue, 17 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teaching-advocacy-group-taking-steps-to-ensure-climate-change-taught-in-schools2257.aspTeachers from Marquette Elementary School in Chicago, Illinois, took to the streets of the city on Martin Luther King Day to raise awareness and support for the school, reports NBC News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Illinois-teachers-take-to-the-streets-to-save-troubled-school2257.aspMon, 16 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Illinois-teachers-take-to-the-streets-to-save-troubled-school2257.aspSarah Poppe, a reading and softball coach at Flagler Palm Coast High School in Florida was named Flager Teacher of the Year earlier this week, according to the Daytona Beach News Journal.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Florida-teacher-recognized-for-commitment-to-education2257.aspFri, 13 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Florida-teacher-recognized-for-commitment-to-education2257.aspA new contract proposed for teachers in Pennsylvanias Allentown School District would involve a pay freeze for the coming year, followed by 2 and 2.5 percent salary increases for the following two years, reports The Express-Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-contract-proposed-for-Pennsylvania-teachers2257.aspFri, 13 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-contract-proposed-for-Pennsylvania-teachers2257.aspThe mayor of New York City, Michael Bloomberg, recently announced that he plans to open 100 schools throughout the city and reward "highly effective" teachers for their commitment to improving standards, reports news outlet Bloomberg.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-York-mayor-planning-to-open-100-schools3732.aspThu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-York-mayor-planning-to-open-100-schools3732.aspKentuckys House Education Committee passed a bill earlier this week that will introduce a standardized framework for teacher evaluations at schools throughout the state, reports The Daily News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Kentucky-committee-passes-bill-to-implement-statewide-teacher-evaluations8975.aspWed, 11 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Kentucky-committee-passes-bill-to-implement-statewide-teacher-evaluations8975.aspProposed changes to the way that teachers in New York are assessed could cost the state millions of dollars in federal funding, according to WPTZ News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-York-teacher-evaluations-could-cost-state-millions8975.aspTue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-York-teacher-evaluations-could-cost-state-millions8975.aspAround 60 teachers at Herbert Hoover Elementary School in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, began strike action earlier this week over failures of the state Board of Education to reach a mutually agreeable contract over pay, reports the Courier-Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Pennsylvania-teachers-walk-out-over-pay-and-conditions8975.aspMon, 09 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Pennsylvania-teachers-walk-out-over-pay-and-conditions8975.aspA large-scale study that examined the lives of more than 2 million students over a 20-year period has concluded that quality teachers have a lasting impact on an individuals future success, reports The New York Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Large-scale-study-highlights-importance-of-quality-teachers-to-lasting-success8975.aspFri, 06 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Large-scale-study-highlights-importance-of-quality-teachers-to-lasting-success8975.aspAccording to a new report published by the Center for American Progress, many states continue to implement ambitious plans as part of President Barack Obamas Race to the Top initiative.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Many-states-introduce-ambitious-plans-in-Race-to-the-Top-initiative8975.aspThu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Many-states-introduce-ambitious-plans-in-Race-to-the-Top-initiative8975.aspIn an attempt to reduce class sizes in some elementary schools, education officials in Iowa City plan on hiring eight new teachers, reports the Chicago Tribune.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-teacher-hiring-plans-announced-by-Iowa-City-officials8975.aspThu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-teacher-hiring-plans-announced-by-Iowa-City-officials8975.aspTwo of the largest teachers unions in the U.S. agree that a thoroughly planned, comprehensive teachers evaluation framework is vital to the continued success of both educators and schoolchildren, reports the Huffington Post.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Robust-teacher-evaluations-vital-for-continued-student-success,-say-unions8975.aspWed, 04 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Robust-teacher-evaluations-vital-for-continued-student-success,-say-unions8975.aspSeveral educators in Idaho are planning to oppose planned guidelines on the use of technology in the classroom, according to The New York Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Idaho-teachers-emphasize-traditional-learning-in-digital-age8975.aspWed, 04 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Idaho-teachers-emphasize-traditional-learning-in-digital-age8975.aspMary Driemeyer has been named the best PE teacher in a nine-state region by the Central District Association of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, reports the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Phys-ed-teacher-named-best-in-nine-states5487.aspTue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Phys-ed-teacher-named-best-in-nine-states5487.aspAlthough some schoolchildren have been focused on what they were getting for Christmas, others have been keen to get back in the classroom and finish their projects.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Ohio-teacher-opens-school-for-students-over-break-to-help-finish-projects5487.aspThu, 29 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Ohio-teacher-opens-school-for-students-over-break-to-help-finish-projects5487.aspOfficials in the Bow School District in New Hampshire announced recently that a deal had been reached regarding teachers pay, benefits and working conditions, and that they have suspended a labor practice dispute with their union, reports the Concord Monitor.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Deal-reached-for-New-Hampshire-teachers5487.aspThu, 29 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Deal-reached-for-New-Hampshire-teachers5487.aspOfficials from the Longview Independent School District in Texas report that teacher turnover at schools in the region has fallen following the introduction of an educator mentoring program four years ago, according to the News-Journal.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Texas-school-district-reports-improved-teacher-turnover-rates5487.aspWed, 28 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Texas-school-district-reports-improved-teacher-turnover-rates5487.aspAlabamas public schools are operating with 3,290 fewer teachers than during the 2007-2008 academic year, reports The Birmingham News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Public-schools-in-Alabama-experiencing-teacher-shortages5487.aspWed, 28 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Public-schools-in-Alabama-experiencing-teacher-shortages5487.aspAccording to education officials in Kansas, many school districts across the state may be facing serious shortages of teachers due to mass retirement of experienced educators, reports the Hutchinson News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Kansas-facing-teacher-shortfalls-in-light-of-retirement-exodus5487.aspTue, 27 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Kansas-facing-teacher-shortfalls-in-light-of-retirement-exodus5487.aspEducation officials in Idaho have announced plans to eliminate a stipend offered to teachers pursuing their National Board certification, reports The Associated Press.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Idaho-teachers-in-training-to-lose-certification-stipend5487.aspThu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Idaho-teachers-in-training-to-lose-certification-stipend5487.aspA teacher at Carroll Elementary School in Elk Grove, California, recently asked Santa for some new technology for the school, as well as additional librarians, reports the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/California-teacher-asks-Santa-for-more-librarians,-technology-for-school5487.aspWed, 21 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/California-teacher-asks-Santa-for-more-librarians,-technology-for-school5487.aspMyla Buckeye, a third-grade teacher at Edgeley Public School in North Dakota, takes unconventional approaches to engaging the children in her classroom, according to the Jamestown Sun.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teacher-uses-unusual-techniques-to-engage-schoolchildren5487.aspTue, 20 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teacher-uses-unusual-techniques-to-engage-schoolchildren5487.aspA group of education experts in Michigan has been tasked with overhauling the way that teachers in the state are evaluated, according to National Public Radio.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-evaluation-system-for-Michigan-teachers-under-development5487.aspMon, 19 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-evaluation-system-for-Michigan-teachers-under-development5487.aspThe number of African Americans entering the teaching profession in Ohio has fallen to record lows, reports The Columbus Dispatch.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Ohio-school-districts-lacking-teachers-from-ethnic-minorities5487.aspMon, 19 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Ohio-school-districts-lacking-teachers-from-ethnic-minorities5487.aspThe American Federation of Teachers (AFT) has begun a campaign intended to improve the standards of a failing public school system in West Virginia, reports ThinkProgress.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers-union-launches-campaign-to-turn-around-struggling-West-Virginia-school-district9233.aspFri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers-union-launches-campaign-to-turn-around-struggling-West-Virginia-school-district9233.aspA team of five teachers at Middleton Elementary School in Woodbury, Minnesota, has been recognized for their commitment to improving the quality of education for their students by the local chamber of commerce, reports the Woodbury Bulletin.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teaching-team-recognized-by-local-chamber-of-commerce9233.aspThu, 15 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teaching-team-recognized-by-local-chamber-of-commerce9233.aspTeachers at the Arts Academy in the Woods (AAW) charter school in Detroit, Michigan, have voted to unionize after six months of deliberation, setting a precedent for other charter schools in the state, reports the Huffington Post.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Detroit-teachers-vote-to-unionize-charter-school9233.aspThu, 15 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Detroit-teachers-vote-to-unionize-charter-school9233.aspEducation officials across the country are examining ways in which the effectiveness of teachers can be determined.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Online-resource-aims-to-improve-teacher-evaluation-proposals9233.aspThu, 15 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Online-resource-aims-to-improve-teacher-evaluation-proposals9233.aspIn order to save money in the face of budget cuts, teachers in San Francisco have been asked to accept changes to pay, benefits and conditions by regional education authorities, reports the San Francisco Examiner.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/California-teachers-asked-to-make-sacrifices9233.aspWed, 14 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/California-teachers-asked-to-make-sacrifices9233.aspMembers of a local teachers union in Bennington, Vermont, recently announced that they will file an official complaint with the department of labor over claims that the state Department of Education is taking too long to honor a pay agreement ratified last month, reports the Bennington Banner.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Vermont-teachers-union-files-complaint-with-labor-department9233.aspTue, 13 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Vermont-teachers-union-files-complaint-with-labor-department9233.aspJean-Claude Brizard, chief executive officer of Chicago Public Schools (CPS) was presented with a list of 49 suggestions from 11 teachers on how institutions should get the most out of the longer school day that will come into effect next year, reports the Chicago Sun-Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Chicago-teachers-present-controversial-ideas-for-longer-school-day9233.aspTue, 13 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Chicago-teachers-present-controversial-ideas-for-longer-school-day9233.aspTeachers who want to harness the power of streaming video to enhance their lesson plans will soon be able to do so thanks to the popular video sharing website YouTube, reports ZDNet.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Online-video-website-to-introduce-academic-platform9233.aspMon, 12 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Online-video-website-to-introduce-academic-platform9233.aspThe effectiveness of teachers and the procedures in place to assess them could play a pivotal role in whether 11 states that have sought waivers from the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act will receive them, reports Education Week.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/NCLB-waivers-could-depend-on-teacher-evaluations9233.aspMon, 12 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/NCLB-waivers-could-depend-on-teacher-evaluations9233.aspLouisiana Governor Bobby Jindal recently said that teachers who are struggling to deliver quality lessons should receive additional help from state education officials as part of an individualized approach to improving standards, reports the Daily Comet.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Quality-of-teaching-in-Louisiana-must-improve,-says-governor9233.aspFri, 09 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Quality-of-teaching-in-Louisiana-must-improve,-says-governor9233.aspThe Lafayette Education Foundation (LEF) in Louisiana has released the names of the 16 candidates nominated for the prestigious Teacher of the Year award, reports the Lafayette Advertiser.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Finalists-named-in-Louisiana-Teacher-of-the-Year-competition9233.aspThu, 08 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Finalists-named-in-Louisiana-Teacher-of-the-Year-competition9233.aspAccording to the Martinsville Bulletin, 11 teachers from Henry County, Georgia, have earned National Board certification, the highest possible level of accreditation that educators can achieve.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Georgia-teachers-earn-national-certification9233.aspThu, 08 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Georgia-teachers-earn-national-certification9233.aspTracy Oliver-Gary, a history teacher at Paint Branch High School in Burtonsville, Maryland, was recently presented with the Teaching Tolerance Award for Excellence in Culturally Responsive Teaching, reports the Washington Post.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Maryland-teacher-presented-with-award9233.aspWed, 07 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Maryland-teacher-presented-with-award9233.aspMath teachers in Massachusetts remain confident that gains are being made in the academic achievement of middle school children despite struggling Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) scores across the state, reports The Boston Globe.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Massachusetts-math-teachers-tackle-struggling-MCAS-scores9233.aspWed, 07 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Massachusetts-math-teachers-tackle-struggling-MCAS-scores9233.aspOfficials at Forest Hills High School in New York have adopted new ways of structuring the school day in order to address issues of overcrowded classrooms, according to CNN.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/New-York-schools-get-creative-in-tackling-classroom-overcrowding9874.aspTue, 06 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/New-York-schools-get-creative-in-tackling-classroom-overcrowding9874.aspAs part of a required course for trainee teachers in Texas, a panel discussion highlighting the realities of the classroom was held to answer questions from aspiring educators, reports the Denton Record-Chronicle.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Texas-student-teachers-gain-insight-into-the-realities-of-education9874.aspTue, 06 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Texas-student-teachers-gain-insight-into-the-realities-of-education9874.aspStudent teachers who are preparing for careers in the classroom require more time observing experienced educators in order to remain effective, according to the Des Moines Register.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Iowa-student-teachers-need-more-time-in-classroom,-say-state-officials9874.aspMon, 05 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Iowa-student-teachers-need-more-time-in-classroom,-say-state-officials9874.aspPlans to transfer teachers from problematic and underperforming schools in Buffalo, New York, have been met with fierce opposition by educators, according to the Buffalo News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Proposed-teacher-transfer-plans-in-New-York-met-with-resistance9874.aspFri, 02 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Proposed-teacher-transfer-plans-in-New-York-met-with-resistance9874.aspSharon Graves, an early American history teacher at Clark-Moores Middle School, has been inducted into the states education hall of fame at Western Kentucky University (WKU), according to The Richmond Register.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Kentucky-middle-school-teacher-secures-place-in-state-hall-of-fame9874.aspFri, 02 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Kentucky-middle-school-teacher-secures-place-in-state-hall-of-fame9874.aspJulie Lima Boyle, an English teacher at Coventry High School in Rhode Island, has been named the states teacher of the year, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Rhode-Island-teacher-receives-commendation5989.aspThu, 01 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Rhode-Island-teacher-receives-commendation5989.aspLeaders of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system have proposed dramatic reorganization plans to maximize the distribution of skilled teachers across the district to help struggling schools improve, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Chicago-public-schools-to-be-reorganized-under-new-proposals5989.aspThu, 01 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Chicago-public-schools-to-be-reorganized-under-new-proposals5989.aspStaff at Orchard Gardens School in Roxbury, Massachusetts, has seen a dramatic shift in attitude from their students and fellow staff members following the schools participation in the federal School Turnaround program, according to the Boston Herald.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/School-turnaround-movement-making-a-difference-in-Massachusetts9654.aspWed, 30 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/School-turnaround-movement-making-a-difference-in-Massachusetts9654.aspRobbie Binnicker, principal of Wren High School in Piedmont, South Carolina, has been named Principal of the Year by the states Association of School Administrators (SCASA), reports GreenvilleOnline.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/South-Carolina-educator-named-principal-of-the-year8146.aspTue, 29 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/South-Carolina-educator-named-principal-of-the-year8146.aspTeachers who gathered at the Michigan Department of Educations School Improvement Conference received some expert advice on how to improve their skills in the classroom from education training expert Johnathon Saphier.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Michigan-educators-benefit-from-experts-knowledge-at-conference8146.aspTue, 29 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Michigan-educators-benefit-from-experts-knowledge-at-conference8146.aspA pilot program offered by some high schools in Colorado to improve the college readiness of students is awaiting news of whether federal funding will be made available to continue it, according to the Boston Globe.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Colorado-college-readiness-pilot-awaiting-federal-funding8146.aspMon, 28 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Colorado-college-readiness-pilot-awaiting-federal-funding8146.aspTeachers in the Chicago Public School District recently voiced their concerns about proposals to include student academic growth as part of teacher evaluations, according to the Chicago Tribune.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Chicago-teachers-express-concerns-over-regulatory-proposals8146.aspMon, 28 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Chicago-teachers-express-concerns-over-regulatory-proposals8146.aspAlmost half of the teachers hired by the Lee County School District in Fort Meyers, Florida, move on from their positions within five years, leaving the district struggling with escalating retraining costs, according to Naples News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Florida-school-district-struggling-with-teacher-retention4486.aspWed, 23 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Florida-school-district-struggling-with-teacher-retention4486.aspArne Duncan, the U.S. secretary of education, visited Wilde Lake High School in Columbia, Maryland earlier this week to discuss the most pressing issues facing teachers and students, according to the Baltimore Sun.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Maryland-school-welcomes-U.S-Secretary-of-Education-for-visit6707.aspTue, 22 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Maryland-school-welcomes-U.S-Secretary-of-Education-for-visit6707.aspAccording to the results of a recent poll, many Californians support making data from state teacher evaluations public, reports the Los Angeles Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Californians-support-publicizing-teacher-evaluation-data6707.aspMon, 21 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Californians-support-publicizing-teacher-evaluation-data6707.aspA teacher at Troutdale High School in Oregon has been named Substitute of the Year by the Oregon Substitute Teachers Association (OSTA), according to The Oregonian.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Oregon-educator-named-substitute-of-the-year3175.aspFri, 18 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Oregon-educator-named-substitute-of-the-year3175.aspFollowing a majority vote at a recent meeting of the state Board of Education, academic leaders in Ohio announced that new unified teacher evaluation guidelines will be implemented in schools across the state by 2014, according to the Newark Advocate.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-evaluation-guidelines-coming-into-effect-in-Ohio-schools-by-20143175.aspThu, 17 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-evaluation-guidelines-coming-into-effect-in-Ohio-schools-by-20143175.aspMartha Groner-Fennewald, a 101-year-old former schoolteacher from Westphalia, Missouri, has been presented with an honorary degree from the University of Central Missouri (UCM), according to the Associated Press.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Centenarian-former-teacher-receives-honorary-degree3175.aspWed, 16 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Centenarian-former-teacher-receives-honorary-degree3175.aspArne Duncan, the secretary of education, recently announced that software giant Microsoft will be taking over the management and operation of the Department of Educations TEACH initiative, which is aimed at recruiting science and math teachers to the education profession, according to Wired News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Microsoft-to-spearhead-Department-of-Education-science-initiative3175.aspTue, 15 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Microsoft-to-spearhead-Department-of-Education-science-initiative3175.aspAlthough professional development programs benefit students and teachers alike, a new report by the Mandel Center for Studies in Jewish Education at Massachusetts Brandeis University reveals that few schools are adequately set up to encourage teachers to develop their skills...http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/On-going-professional-development-crucial-in-maintaining-teacher-effectiveness,-says-study3175.aspMon, 14 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/On-going-professional-development-crucial-in-maintaining-teacher-effectiveness,-says-study3175.aspWal-Mart, one of the countrys largest retailers, is helping schoolteachers provide their pupils with a quality education by giving 10 teachers at an Oklahoma school access to new supplies for their classrooms, according to the Pauls Valley Democrat.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Wal-Mart-helps-teachers-supply-kids-with-a-quality-education3175.aspFri, 11 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Wal-Mart-helps-teachers-supply-kids-with-a-quality-education3175.aspDale Johnson, a fifth- and sixth-grade teacher at Longview Elementary School in Murray, Utah, has been presented with the prestigious Excellence in Education Award by the Utah Education Association, according to the Salt-Lake Tribune.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Utah-teacher-recognized-for-commitment-to-education3175.aspThu, 10 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Utah-teacher-recognized-for-commitment-to-education3175.aspAs the local population of Manitowoc, Wisconsin has seen increasing numbers of Hispanic and Latino families move to the area, teachers in the Manitowoc Public School District (MPSD) are changing their approaches to accommodate larger classes of enthusiastic students...http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Wisconsin-school-teachers-adopting-new-approaches-to-ELL-classes3175.aspThu, 10 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Wisconsin-school-teachers-adopting-new-approaches-to-ELL-classes3175.aspAnel Flores, the education director for the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center in San Antonio, Texas, has launched a learning initiative known as the Escuela Project in five elementary, middle and high schools throughout the city, according to San Antonio Express News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Texas-education-director-launches-new-arts-learning-program3175.aspThu, 10 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Texas-education-director-launches-new-arts-learning-program3175.aspVoters in Ohio decided that proposed legislation that would potentially limit the collective bargaining rights of educators and other public sector workers was not in the best interests of the state, according to the Washington Post.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Ohio-school-teachers-receive-vote-of-confidence-at-ballots3175.aspWed, 09 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Ohio-school-teachers-receive-vote-of-confidence-at-ballots3175.aspEver since Michael Rice became superintendent of Kalamazoo Public Schools in 2007, high schools across the region have seen dramatic increases in the number of students enrolling in advanced placement (AP) classes, according to the Kalamazoo Gazette.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Michigan-schools-see-substantial-increase-in-enrollment-in-AP-classes3175.aspTue, 08 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Michigan-schools-see-substantial-increase-in-enrollment-in-AP-classes3175.aspResearchers from the University of Florida (UF) have embarked upon a new pilot project to transform the way that science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) classes are taught in middle schools across the state, according to university officials.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Researchers-at-University-of-Florida-to-tackle-middle-school-science-reform3175.aspTue, 08 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Researchers-at-University-of-Florida-to-tackle-middle-school-science-reform3175.aspNew teacher evaluation methods that rely heavily on student standardized test scores have been criticized by many educators across the state for being too complicated and in some cases irrelevant, according to the Huffington Post.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Floridas-reliance-on-standardized-tests-in-teacher-evaluations-criticized3175.aspMon, 07 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Floridas-reliance-on-standardized-tests-in-teacher-evaluations-criticized3175.aspOne of the greatest challenges for new teachers is the art of effectively managing a classroom of children. A new book aims to help newly qualified educators hit the ground running and feel confident in their classrooms.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-book-aims-to-demystify-classroom-management-for-new-teachers3175.aspMon, 07 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-book-aims-to-demystify-classroom-management-for-new-teachers3175.aspA school teacher from Georgia has been named Gwinnett County Schools Teacher of the Year, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Georgia-school-teacher-recognized-for-hard-work3175.aspFri, 04 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Georgia-school-teacher-recognized-for-hard-work3175.aspMore students are graduating from Marietta High School in Georgia than ever before, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Graduation-rates-improve-substantially-at-Georgia-high-school3175.aspFri, 04 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Graduation-rates-improve-substantially-at-Georgia-high-school3175.aspA social studies teacher from Lindbergh, Missouri won the Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award for his continuing commitment to education, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Missouri-social-studies-teacher-wins-prestigious-accolade3175.aspFri, 04 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Missouri-social-studies-teacher-wins-prestigious-accolade3175.aspIn recognition of her continuing dedication to teaching history, Robin Long has been named the Jim and Annette McConnell Elementary History Teacher of the Year, according to the Observer and Eccentric.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Michigan-educator-awarded-top-teaching-distinction3175.aspThu, 03 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Michigan-educator-awarded-top-teaching-distinction3175.aspAccording to a report commissioned by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC), 90 percent of principals across the state ranked members of the teacher organization California Teacher Corps (CTC) better than other beginning educators.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/California-teaching-organization-praises-members3175.aspThu, 03 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/California-teaching-organization-praises-members3175.aspTeachers across Polk County, Florida will be getting used to school administrators spending more time in their classrooms as part of a new evaluation system, according to The Ledger.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Florida-teachers-adjust-to-new-evaluation-procedures3175.aspWed, 02 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Florida-teachers-adjust-to-new-evaluation-procedures3175.aspSchoolchildren from Calhoun County in South Carolina have achieved strong results on the High School Assessment Program (HSAP) tests, according to the Times and Democrat.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/South-Carolina-students-achieve-high-marks-on-tests3175.aspWed, 02 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/South-Carolina-students-achieve-high-marks-on-tests3175.aspA member of the San Diego County School Board recently voted to reduce the salaries of the countys teachers by as much as 10 percent in an attempt to avoid financial insolvency, according to Mercury News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/San-Diego-educators-facing-significant-reduction-in-salaries3175.aspTue, 01 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/San-Diego-educators-facing-significant-reduction-in-salaries3175.aspCritics of the controversial No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act have spoken out following an Illinois high school being named a failing school, despite improvements across the board, according to the Daily Herald.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Standardized-test-scores-come-under-fire-at-Illinois-high-school3175.aspMon, 31 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Standardized-test-scores-come-under-fire-at-Illinois-high-school3175.aspAn art teacher at Miscoe Hill Middle School in Massachusetts has been named Middle School Art Teacher of the Year 2012 by the Massachusetts Art Education Association (MAEA), according to the Milford Daily News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Art-teacher-commended-for-contributions-to-education3175.aspFri, 28 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Art-teacher-commended-for-contributions-to-education3175.aspTodd Benz, a teacher at Pittsford-Mendon High School in New York, has been awarded the University of Rochesters Singer Family Prize for Excellence in Secondary Teaching, according to the Democrat and Chronicle.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-York-teacher-honored-with-award3175.aspFri, 28 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-York-teacher-honored-with-award3175.aspIn a recent meeting, education officials of the Shorewood School District in Wisconsin voted to remain separate from a committee of school boards from around the state that are trying to develop a teacher evaluation framework, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Wisconsin-educators-decide-against-joining-statewide-initiative-to-develop-evaluation-framework3175.aspThu, 27 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Wisconsin-educators-decide-against-joining-statewide-initiative-to-develop-evaluation-framework3175.aspMike Flanagan, the state superintendent of public instruction in Michigan, announced that he does not plan to revoke teachers licenses for poor evaluation scores, despite legal wording that would allow education officials to do so, according to the Chicago Tribune.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Michigan-superintendent-assures-teachers-of-intentions-under-new-evaluation-laws3175.aspThu, 27 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Michigan-superintendent-assures-teachers-of-intentions-under-new-evaluation-laws3175.aspA number of teachers from Northern California are in the running for the regional Educator of the Year competition, according to the Record-Searchlight.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/California-teachers-honored-with-Educator-of-the-Year-nominations1031.aspWed, 26 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/California-teachers-honored-with-Educator-of-the-Year-nominations1031.aspA teacher from Granite City, Illinois has secured a place as one of the final four contestants in a national competition to honor innovation in teaching, according to the Granite City News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Illinois-teacher-reaches-finals-of-national-educator-innovation-award1031.aspWed, 26 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Illinois-teacher-reaches-finals-of-national-educator-innovation-award1031.aspSchool teachers in Oregon City have declined salary increases, as they would be tied to increases in standardized test scores, according to KATU News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Oregon-teachers-refuse-raise-for-standardized-test-score-performance1031.aspTue, 25 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Oregon-teachers-refuse-raise-for-standardized-test-score-performance1031.aspAccording to a new study by researchers at the University of California Berkeley, science is being forced out of the curricula of many high schools through the state, reports Mercury News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Science-education-in-California-elementary-schools-needs-improvement,-says-study1031.aspTue, 25 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Science-education-in-California-elementary-schools-needs-improvement,-says-study1031.aspThomas L. Seidenberger, the superintendent of schools of the East Penn School District in Pennsylvania, honored the 11 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists from Emmaus High School at a meeting of the schools board, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/National-Merit-scholars-honored-by-school-board1031.aspTue, 25 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/National-Merit-scholars-honored-by-school-board1031.aspAn Ohio social studies teacher who specializes in teaching emotionally handicapped young people has been commended for his contributions to his local community by the areas chamber of commerce, according to the Palladium-Item.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Ohio-teacher-recognized-for-community-outreach,-dedication-to-profession8549.aspMon, 24 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Ohio-teacher-recognized-for-community-outreach,-dedication-to-profession8549.aspA middle school teacher in Ohio has been honored for his continuing dedication to teaching, according to the Marion Star.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Michigan-teacher-honored-with-engineering-award8549.aspMon, 24 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Michigan-teacher-honored-with-engineering-award8549.aspTeachers and education officials in White County, Tennessee met recently to discuss teacher evaluations as part of the states First to the Top Act, according to Sparta News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Tennessee-educators-discuss-new-teacher-evaluations8549.aspMon, 24 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Tennessee-educators-discuss-new-teacher-evaluations8549.aspAmber Augustus, a fifth-grade teacher at John Basset Moore Intermediate School in Smyrna, Delaware, has been named Teacher of the Year by state education officials, according to Delaware Online.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Dedicated-educator-named-Delaware-Teacher-of-the-Year8549.aspMon, 24 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Dedicated-educator-named-Delaware-Teacher-of-the-Year8549.aspA Boston-based advocacy group that claims that teachers should be hired and fired based on their effectiveness as educators and not their seniority is gaining support, according to the Eagle-Tribune.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Boston-education-advocacy-group-campaigns-for-change3374.aspFri, 21 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Boston-education-advocacy-group-campaigns-for-change3374.aspThe average test results at grade schools in Illinois have reached record highs while high school test scores continue to concern education officials, according to the Chicago Tribune.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Illinois-test-scores-highlight-need-for-examination-reform3374.aspThu, 20 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Illinois-test-scores-highlight-need-for-examination-reform3374.aspThe Ohio Department of Education recently named Brookside High School and Midview West Elementary School two of the states Schools of Promise in recognition of their academic achievements and commitment to improving standards of teaching.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Ohio-schools-receive-praise-for-educational-progress3374.aspWed, 19 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Ohio-schools-receive-praise-for-educational-progress3374.aspSouderton Area High School (SAHS) in Pennsylvania has performed well against benchmarks set forth by the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) tests, according to Montgomery Media.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Pennsylvania-high-schools-achieve-high-marks-in-PSSA-tests3374.aspWed, 19 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Pennsylvania-high-schools-achieve-high-marks-in-PSSA-tests3374.aspRaytheon, a Massachusetts-based defense contractor, recently announced that it will award more than $1 million in teacher scholarships to advance engineering training and research programs as part of the Engineering is Elementary (EiE) education initiative.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Major-defense-contractor-awards-more-than-$1-million-in-educator-scholarships3374.aspTue, 18 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Major-defense-contractor-awards-more-than-$1-million-in-educator-scholarships3374.aspA new system of teacher evaluations aims to recognize quality educators for the work they do, and also strives to improve the standard of teaching requirements across the state, according to The Tennessean.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/New-teacher-evaluation-system-in-Tennessee-will-encourage-respect-for-educators3374.aspTue, 18 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/New-teacher-evaluation-system-in-Tennessee-will-encourage-respect-for-educators3374.aspEducators in California are being recognized for their support of more environmental initiatives at the schools they work in through the Green Leadership Awards.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Schools-and-teachers-honored-for-eco-friendly-educational-efforts3374.aspMon, 17 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Schools-and-teachers-honored-for-eco-friendly-educational-efforts3374.aspGeraldine Patterson, a seventh-grade math and science teacher at Greenwood Middle School, was named Inspirational Teacher of the Year at a special gala event at the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, according to the Daily Comet.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Louisiana-educator-named-Inspirational-Teacher-of-the-Year3374.aspFri, 14 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Louisiana-educator-named-Inspirational-Teacher-of-the-Year3374.aspEducation officials in North Carolina recognized the academic achievement of 32 high schools across the state for their high graduation rates, according to the Mount Airy News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/North-Carolina-schools-praised-for-high-graduation-rates3374.aspThu, 13 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/North-Carolina-schools-praised-for-high-graduation-rates3374.aspTeachers in Utah could soon be facing additional scrutiny from state education officials and parents if proposed changes to the way teachers are evaluated are implemented, according to ABC News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Individual-classroom-scores-could-be-made-public-under-new-proposals3374.aspThu, 13 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Individual-classroom-scores-could-be-made-public-under-new-proposals3374.aspFirst Lady Michelle Obama and the South Korean First Lady Kim Yoon-ok visited a high school in Virginia on Thursday morning to watch a musical performance and to speak to students, according to the Washington Post.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/First-Lady-visits-Virginia-high-school3374.aspThu, 13 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/First-Lady-visits-Virginia-high-school3374.aspMany high schools across the Neshaminy School District in Pennsylvania reported that they met the Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) guidelines set forth as part of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act of 2001, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/High-schools-in-Pennsylvania-report-satisfactory-AYP-progress3374.aspWed, 12 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/High-schools-in-Pennsylvania-report-satisfactory-AYP-progress3374.aspMany high schools across Augusta and Waynesboro in Virginia have reported an increase in the number of students successfully graduating, according to The News Leader.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/High-school-graduation-rates-increase-across-many-Virginia-schools3374.aspWed, 12 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/High-school-graduation-rates-increase-across-many-Virginia-schools3374.aspThe Meade School Board in South Dakota recently agreed upon a revised graduation policy, making it easier for high school students who are ahead of their classmates in academic credits to graduate earlier, according to the Rapid City Journal.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/South-Dakota-school-board-makes-it-easier-for-seniors-to-graduate3374.aspWed, 12 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/South-Dakota-school-board-makes-it-easier-for-seniors-to-graduate3374.aspTo raise awareness of financial responsibility in light of the current economic downturn, school children attending a Sacramento charter school will soon be offered a course in basic financial literacy by the California Department of Real Estate and the NID Housing Counselling Agency (NID-HCA).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/California-charter-school-launches-financial-literacy-course3374.aspTue, 11 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/California-charter-school-launches-financial-literacy-course3374.aspMore than 220 middle and high school teachers have been named fellows by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/NSTA-Fellows-2011-announced3374.aspTue, 11 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/NSTA-Fellows-2011-announced3374.aspA math teacher from Wayzata West Middle School in Minnesota was surprised to receive the prestigious 2011 Milken Educator Award in a ceremony at the high school, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Minnesota-teacher-wins-2011-Milken-award3374.aspTue, 11 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Minnesota-teacher-wins-2011-Milken-award3374.aspThose who are considering enrolling in a degree program to obtain their teaching credentials may soon have an easier time finding the financial means to take classes at their preferred college.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/DoE-grants-college-admission-funding-for-colleges-nationwide3374.aspMon, 10 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/DoE-grants-college-admission-funding-for-colleges-nationwide3374.aspA science teacher from Westside High School in Oceana, West Virginia, was named an Exemplary Educator by the states Regional Education Service Industry, according to ABC News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/West-Virginia-teacher-recognized-for-contributions-to-education3374.aspFri, 07 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/West-Virginia-teacher-recognized-for-contributions-to-education3374.aspA math teacher from Yorktown, Indiana, has been awarded the prestigious Bernadette H. Perham scholarship by Ball State Universitys College of Sciences and Humanities for her contributions to mathematics education, according to the Muncie Free Press.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Indiana-math-teacher-earns-BSU-scholarship3374.aspThu, 06 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Indiana-math-teacher-earns-BSU-scholarship3374.aspTo coincide with National Teachers Day, the TechSmith Corporation named 20 teachers from across the U.S. and the UK "Educators to Watch" for their innovative use of technology in the classroom.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Educators-honored-by-TechSmith-Corporation-for-use-of-technology-in-the-classroom3374.aspWed, 05 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Educators-honored-by-TechSmith-Corporation-for-use-of-technology-in-the-classroom3374.aspAll four high schools in Southern Marylands Calvery County district succeeded in achieving the states Annual Yearly Progress (AYP) standards, according to SouthernMarylandNews.com.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Southern-Maryland-high-schools-achieve-AYP-goals3374.aspWed, 05 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Southern-Maryland-high-schools-achieve-AYP-goals3374.aspTwo teachers from Escondido, California, have been named Teachers of the Year for the state and may progress to the national finals of the contest, according to the North County Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Two-California-teachers-nominated-for-state-education-award3374.aspTue, 04 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Two-California-teachers-nominated-for-state-education-award3374.aspA new startup business founded by two Californian high school students aims to help parents intervene if their child is cutting class, according to The New York Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/High-schoolers-launch-truancy-startup-business3374.aspTue, 04 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/High-schoolers-launch-truancy-startup-business3374.aspProviding the teacher workforce with the tools they need to educate the youth of America is the focus of President Barack Obamas proposed education reforms, according to the official Department of Education (DoE) website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Proposed-reform-promises-better-education-through-teacher-support3374.aspMon, 03 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Proposed-reform-promises-better-education-through-teacher-support3374.aspEducators, legislators, parents and schoolchildren from across the U.S. gathered in New York City to discuss the future of the American school system last week at the Education Nation Summit, according to NBC News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers,-parents-and-students-convene-at-Education-Nation3374.aspMon, 26 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers,-parents-and-students-convene-at-Education-Nation3374.asphttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Facebook-co-founder-donates-$100-million-to-New-Jersey-schools3374.aspFri, 23 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Facebook-co-founder-donates-$100-million-to-New-Jersey-schools3374.asphttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Virginia-high-school-students-named-National-Merit-Scholarship-semifinalists3374.aspThu, 22 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Virginia-high-school-students-named-National-Merit-Scholarship-semifinalists3374.aspTeachers at Illinois high schools have been teaching schoolchildren about 9/11 to coincide with the 10th anniversary of the attacks, and how the tragedy remains relevant today, reports the Beacon News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Illinois-teachers-attempt-to-teach-relevance-of-9/11-to-kids,-ten-years-on5462.aspThu, 08 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Illinois-teachers-attempt-to-teach-relevance-of-9/11-to-kids,-ten-years-on5462.aspA recent study commissioned by nonprofit organization the Stuart Foundation suggests that during teacher evaluations, the input of peers and colleagues can be a valuable tool in determining the effectiveness of educators.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Study-highlights-benefits-of-peer-assisted-reviews-when-evaluating-teachers5462.aspWed, 07 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Study-highlights-benefits-of-peer-assisted-reviews-when-evaluating-teachers5462.aspTeachers at Northville Public Schools have begun offering parents of schoolchildren across the district new ways of interacting with school officials and keeping track of their childrens grades, according to The Detroit News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Online-tools-could-replace-traditional-PTA-meetings-in-Detroit5462.aspTue, 06 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Online-tools-could-replace-traditional-PTA-meetings-in-Detroit5462.aspThe former head of teachers labor union organization United Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA) has announced the launch of a new charter school in the L.A. Unified School District, according to the Associated Press.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Former-teachers-union-rep-to-open-charter-school7743.aspFri, 02 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Former-teachers-union-rep-to-open-charter-school7743.aspThe Red Bank school district is participating in a pilot program along with 10 other districts to evaluate whether current methods of evaluating teaching requirements are suitable, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-Jersey-teachers-participate-in-evaluation-pilot-program7743.aspFri, 02 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-Jersey-teachers-participate-in-evaluation-pilot-program7743.aspIowa Governor Terry Branstad recently announced that Charity Campbell, a veteran physical education teacher from Norwalk Middle School, is the states Teacher of the Year 2012, according to education officials.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Iowan-education-officials-nominate-Teacher-of-the-Year7743.aspFri, 02 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Iowan-education-officials-nominate-Teacher-of-the-Year7743.aspWisconsins Madison School District has hired more than 260 new teachers this academic year, the largest number in 19 years, according to the State Journal.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Wisconsin-schools-see-more-new-teachers-join-profession7743.aspThu, 01 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Wisconsin-schools-see-more-new-teachers-join-profession7743.aspAs the topic of student competency in subject areas such as math and science has come under increasing scrutiny at the national level, students in high schools across Washington state have shown signs of improvement, according to the News-Tribune.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Washington-students-show-improvement-in-math7743.aspWed, 31 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Washington-students-show-improvement-in-math7743.aspHigh school teachers in Hartland, Michigan are discovering new ways to teach and engage the minds and imaginations of their students, according to the areas Patch website.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Michigan-teachers-engaging-students-through-technology7864.aspTue, 30 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Michigan-teachers-engaging-students-through-technology7864.aspFollowing changes to legislation in Oregon regarding testing standards for high school student literacy, a group of teachers has organized with the goal of helping struggling students graduate, according to KATU News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Specialist-teachers-give-Oregon-seniors-an-edge7864.aspTue, 30 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Specialist-teachers-give-Oregon-seniors-an-edge7864.aspBrian Grigsby, a science teacher at Shasta High School in Redding, California, was awarded $10,000 in recognition of his commitment to the teaching profession and the education of high school students, according to the Record Searchlight.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/California-science-teacher-awarded-for-contributions-to-education4325.aspMon, 29 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/California-science-teacher-awarded-for-contributions-to-education4325.aspRobin Bollman, a middle school teacher from Tennessee, devised a way to engage schoolchildren that were struggling with their classwork, according to the Daily News Journal.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Tennessee-after-school-program-engages-students6096.aspMon, 29 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Tennessee-after-school-program-engages-students6096.aspTeachers at Pulaski Elementary School in Wilmington, Delaware went door to door to meet the students they will be teaching this year, according to the Delaware News Journal.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Delaware-teachers-go-door-to-door-to-meet-new-students4325.aspFri, 26 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Delaware-teachers-go-door-to-door-to-meet-new-students4325.aspThe mayor of San Antonio, Texas, has challenged high schools across the city to make use of a newly expanded Cafe College resource center to ensure that high school graduates are prepared to succeed when entering the workforce, according to the San Antonio Express-News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Texan-mayor-encourages-high-school-students-to-succeed4325.aspThu, 25 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Texan-mayor-encourages-high-school-students-to-succeed4325.aspIn response to President Barack Obamas call for applications for waivers from the No Child left Behind (NCLB) program, the state of Vermont is seeking to be freed from the obligations of the legislation, according to the Burlington Free Press.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Vermont-poised-to-become-second-New-England-state-to-seek-NCLB-waiver4325.aspThu, 25 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Vermont-poised-to-become-second-New-England-state-to-seek-NCLB-waiver4325.aspJean-Claude Brizard, chief executive officer of Chicago Public Schools (CPS), announced his plans to extend the working day of teachers by 90 minutes and add an additional two weeks to the academic year in exchange for a 2 percent increase in pay, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Chicago-public-schools-offer-teachers-raise-in-exchange-for-more-hours,-longer-school-year7984.aspWed, 24 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Chicago-public-schools-offer-teachers-raise-in-exchange-for-more-hours,-longer-school-year7984.aspScience teachers from across Texas have been studying topics such as nanotechnology, the study of tiny technological devices, at the University of Houston as part of a program designed to encourage creative thinking in teachers and to raise interest in science, technology and engineering education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Texan-science-teachers-go-back-to-school7984.aspWed, 24 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Texan-science-teachers-go-back-to-school7984.aspStaff and students at Lee Summit Elementary School in Missouri surprised early childhood teacher Kristen Merrell with the announcement that she has been awarded the distinction of Missouri Teacher of the Year, according to school officials.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Missouri-educator-receives-Teacher-of-the-Year-award7984.aspWed, 24 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Missouri-educator-receives-Teacher-of-the-Year-award7984.aspThe charter school association of California has been awarded more than $15 million in funding as part of a grant issued by the Walton Family Foundation, according to the Los Angeles Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/California-charter-schools-awarded-$15-million-grant7984.aspTue, 23 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/California-charter-schools-awarded-$15-million-grant7984.aspThe launch of Splash into Pre-K, a research program for preschoolers, was announced recently by education publisher Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Educational-publisher-makes-a-splash-with-new-early-childhood-teaching-series7984.aspTue, 23 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Educational-publisher-makes-a-splash-with-new-early-childhood-teaching-series7984.aspStudents at Kent Denver School in Englewood, Colorado, have been getting hands-on experience of how science education can be applied to their everyday lives, according to the Denver Post.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Colorado-students-learn-about-science-through-earthquakes7984.aspTue, 23 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Colorado-students-learn-about-science-through-earthquakes7984.aspGuidelines introduced as part of the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) program may be abandoned by state officials in Massachusetts, according to WBUR News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Education-officials-in-Massachusetts-seek-waiver-from-NCLB4445.aspMon, 22 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Education-officials-in-Massachusetts-seek-waiver-from-NCLB4445.aspChildren with special needs can often struggle in traditional classroom environments.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/E-Learning-tools-benefit-children-with-special-needs4445.aspMon, 22 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/E-Learning-tools-benefit-children-with-special-needs4445.aspStudents who attend Greenwich High School in Connecticut will soon be studying science from a textbook designed by educational publisher Pearson in collaboration with school officials.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Connecticut-high-school-provides-students-with-unique-science-textbooks4445.aspMon, 22 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Connecticut-high-school-provides-students-with-unique-science-textbooks4445.aspSchoolchildren and teachers in the city of Joplin, Missouri are preparing to return to the classroom, thanks to a merger of Emerson and Duquesne Elementary schools, according to Fox News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Joplin-students-prepare-to-go-back-to-school4445.aspMon, 22 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Joplin-students-prepare-to-go-back-to-school4445.aspMore than 800 teachers from Pender County, North Carolina filled the halls of Topsail High School this week, as part of a commitment by educators to continuing professional development, according to the Star News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/North-Carolina-teachers-committed-to-professional-development4445.aspFri, 19 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/North-Carolina-teachers-committed-to-professional-development4445.aspThree science teachers from the Beaumont Independent School District (BISD) were recognized for their hard work and dedication to the advancement of science education, according to KIIITV News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Texas-science-teachers-honored4445.aspFri, 19 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Texas-science-teachers-honored4445.aspDePaul Cristo Rey High School in Cincinnati, Ohio, aims to provide schoolchildren with lessons in the value of real work by operating a work placement initiative with local businesses, according to ABC News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Catholic-school-aims-to-teach-pupils-value-of-hard-work8106.aspThu, 18 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Catholic-school-aims-to-teach-pupils-value-of-hard-work8106.aspThe Connecticut Education Association (CEA) has appointed Mary Loftus Levine as its new executive director.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Connecticut-teachers-union-appoints-new-executive-director8106.aspThu, 18 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Connecticut-teachers-union-appoints-new-executive-director8106.aspData from a poll conducted by the Phi Delta Kappa education organization and public opinion research group Gallup indicates that a majority of the American public supports the work of high school teachers, according to Education Week.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Americans-trust-teachers,-says-poll6336.aspWed, 17 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Americans-trust-teachers,-says-poll6336.aspElvina Pierce has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy for her contributions to music education over a career spanning more than 50 years, according to the Naperville Sun.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Illinois-piano-teacher-honored-for-contributions-to-music-education6336.aspWed, 17 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Illinois-piano-teacher-honored-for-contributions-to-music-education6336.aspJamie Hatchett, the new sixth grade science teacher at Episcopal School of Acadiana, brought the Sea World experience to her classroom on her first day, according to the Lafayette Advertiser.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Louisiana-science-teacher-brings-the-aquarium-to-the-classroom6336.aspWed, 17 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Louisiana-science-teacher-brings-the-aquarium-to-the-classroom6336.aspTeachers from Alameda County in California have been working on research projects at major technology companies and universities as part of the 27th Industry Initiatives for Science and Math Education (IISME) annual summer fellowship program, according to the Oakland Tribune.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/California-teachers-benefit-from-industry-fellowships4566.aspTue, 16 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/California-teachers-benefit-from-industry-fellowships4566.aspTeachers in school districts across Los Angeles could receive valuable feedback on their lesson delivery and overall teaching ability as part of reforms to how educators in the city are evaluated, according to the Los Angeles Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Los-Angeles-teachers-to-receive-feedback-on-lesson-delivery4566.aspMon, 15 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Los-Angeles-teachers-to-receive-feedback-on-lesson-delivery4566.aspTeachers from Maine are devising new ways to provide schoolchildren with techniques to develop their math skills and apply them to real-world scenarios, according to the Sun Journal.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Maine-educators-develop-math-teaching-techniques4566.aspMon, 15 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Maine-educators-develop-math-teaching-techniques4566.aspNorth Carolinas Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools are in need of as many as 342 teachers, after state education budgets were revealed to be more generous than some had previously expected, according to the Charlotte Observer.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/North-Carolina-schools-hiring-more-than-300-teachers4688.aspThu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/North-Carolina-schools-hiring-more-than-300-teachers4688.aspDisadvantaged children in poorer areas are being given a chance to succeed, thanks to a nonprofit organization that aims to help recent graduates enter the education field in areas where teachers are most needed, according to The Washington Post.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers,-nonprofit-work-together-to-reach-needy-communities4688.aspThu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers,-nonprofit-work-together-to-reach-needy-communities4688.aspSchools across the Southeast Polk Community School district in Iowa have found themselves in need of more teachers as class sizes have grown steadily, according to the Des Moines Register.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Iowan-schools-looking-to-hire-more-teachers4688.aspThu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Iowan-schools-looking-to-hire-more-teachers4688.aspThe way that science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) subjects are taught in schools has been a major factor in President Obamas education reforms.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Wisconsin-educators-get-creative-teaching-STEM4688.aspThu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Wisconsin-educators-get-creative-teaching-STEM4688.aspFor the first time in almost 20 years, revisions are being made to the state teaching requirements for educators to ensure that teachers are performing in accordance with widespread education reforms nationwide, according to the Williamsburg Yorktown Daily.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Virginia-education-guidelines-under-review4688.aspThu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Virginia-education-guidelines-under-review4688.aspUtahs State Office of Education has announced plans to change the way the state evaluates the effectiveness of teachers and educators, according to KSL TV.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Utah-to-introduce-new-educator-evaluation-framework1148.aspTue, 09 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Utah-to-introduce-new-educator-evaluation-framework1148.aspMississippis Lamar County School District has hired 20 new teachers as part of its commitment to education, thanks to a state budget of $73.1 million, according to the Hattiesburg-American.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Mississippi-school-districts-invest-in-the-future1148.aspMon, 08 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Mississippi-school-districts-invest-in-the-future1148.aspA company founded by former biology teacher Samantha Fischer could offer students a chance to excel in their studies and discover their enthusiasm for learning, according to the East Orlando Sun.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Company-offers-students-academic-coaching,-new-opportunities6578.aspFri, 05 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Company-offers-students-academic-coaching,-new-opportunities6578.aspPam Hill, a physics and chemistry teacher from Wellington, Texas, was honored by the Siemens Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Siemens Teachers as Researchers (STAR) program, along with 19 other teachers from across the U.S.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Texas-science-teacher-honored-by-Siemens-STEM-initiative6578.aspFri, 05 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Texas-science-teacher-honored-by-Siemens-STEM-initiative6578.aspAn automotive teacher has been helping students of a Florida high school realize their potential for more than 27 years, according to the Sun Sentinel.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Florida-automotive-instructor-instills-drive-in-students6578.aspFri, 05 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Florida-automotive-instructor-instills-drive-in-students6578.aspAnthony Rose has been nominated as one of the 12 finalists for the states Teacher of the Year competition, according to the Edmond Sun.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Oklahoma-Teacher-of-the-Year-finalist-announced3038.aspThu, 04 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Oklahoma-Teacher-of-the-Year-finalist-announced3038.aspMore than 6,000 teachers from all of Marylands 1,450 public schools have been focusing on improving standards of core teaching requirements at the states Educator Effectiveness Academy, which was held at Towson High School from August 1 through 3.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Maryland-teachers-focus-on-class-delivery,-core-requirements3038.aspWed, 03 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Maryland-teachers-focus-on-class-delivery,-core-requirements3038.aspPupils in the public school district of Lincoln, Nebraska are being offered the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of subjects such as social studies and science in a summer school program being operated by the district, according to the Journal Star.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Nebraska-summer-school-captivates-young-minds1023.aspTue, 02 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Nebraska-summer-school-captivates-young-minds1023.aspIowas Minidoka County school district will launch an online learning program this fall, according to the Times-News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Iowa-school-district-plans-to-introduce-online-classes1023.aspMon, 01 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Iowa-school-district-plans-to-introduce-online-classes1023.aspRon Tomalis, Pennsylvanias Secretary of Education, has announced the 12 finalists in the states Teacher of the Year 2012 contest.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teachers-named-finalists-in-Pennsylvania-Teacher-of-the-Year-2012-competition8469.aspFri, 29 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teachers-named-finalists-in-Pennsylvania-Teacher-of-the-Year-2012-competition8469.aspThe National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) have partnered with the Computing in the Core Coalition (CinC) to support CinC in its aims to provide K-12 schoolchildren by giving them a solid educational foundation in computer science.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Influential-teaching-organizations-join-cause-for-stronger-computer-science-educational-standards3158.aspThu, 28 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Influential-teaching-organizations-join-cause-for-stronger-computer-science-educational-standards3158.aspTeachers from Green Bay, Wisconsin recently participated in a series of workshops that were intended to improve their knowledge of science-related topics at the Einstein Academy, which was held at De Pere Middle School, according to the Green Bay Press Gazette.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Wisconsin-teachers-brush-up-on-their-science-skills1389.aspWed, 27 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Wisconsin-teachers-brush-up-on-their-science-skills1389.aspMeredith Miller, a history and social sciences teacher from Long Branch, New Jersey, has been invited to attend the annual Summer Teacher Institutes, which is held by the Library of Congress in Washington DC, according to the Asbury Park Press.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-Jersey-history-teacher-selected-for-summer-teacher-institute1035.aspTue, 26 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-Jersey-history-teacher-selected-for-summer-teacher-institute1035.aspUnder new legislation, students academic performance will comprise as much as 50 percent of teacher evaluations in Ohio, according to the The Oxford Press.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Student-grades-to-factor-into-Ohio-teacher-evaluations1035.aspMon, 25 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Student-grades-to-factor-into-Ohio-teacher-evaluations1035.aspThis summer, a group of teachers in California are learning techniques to help them better teach math to high school students, according to the Riverside Press-Enterprise.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/California-teachers-exploring-new-ways-to-engage-students-with-math3279.aspFri, 22 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/California-teachers-exploring-new-ways-to-engage-students-with-math3279.aspA report released by The National Research Council outlines a new framework that aims to improve the way science is taught in schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/New-K-12-framework-aims-to-improve-science-education-in-the-US3279.aspThu, 21 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/New-K-12-framework-aims-to-improve-science-education-in-the-US3279.aspAccording to a report that was recently issued by Oregon State University, children who participate in a game that was designed to improve self-regulatory behavior may achieve higher scores on early literacy and numeracy tests.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Study-self-regulation-games-could-improve-academic-performance1047.aspWed, 20 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Study-self-regulation-games-could-improve-academic-performance1047.aspThe American Osteopathic Association (AOA) has recently announced that it will launch a campaign to create a public education initiative aimed at stopping cyberbullying among students in grades K-12.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers-are-encouraged-to-stop-bullying-in-their-K-12-classrooms8708.aspMon, 18 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers-are-encouraged-to-stop-bullying-in-their-K-12-classrooms8708.aspWalden University, an online school that is fully accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, recently announced a new series of initiatives for its teaching program.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Minneapolis-based-online-teaching-school-announces-new-initiative8708.aspFri, 15 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Minneapolis-based-online-teaching-school-announces-new-initiative8708.aspNASA has announced that it will offer an internship program to middle and high school teachers this summer.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Space-research-center-launches-new-teacher-centered-aero-engineering-program8708.aspThu, 14 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Space-research-center-launches-new-teacher-centered-aero-engineering-program8708.aspArts Integration Solutions has announced that it will launch an innovative internet resource for teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-website-seeks-to-improve-academic-performance-through-arts-integration8829.aspWed, 13 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-website-seeks-to-improve-academic-performance-through-arts-integration8829.aspVernier Software and Technology, a leading educational technology company focused on scientific data collection, recently announced that it will hold workshops for teachers this fall.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Upcoming-workshops-help-teachers-improve-STEM-education7059.aspTue, 12 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Upcoming-workshops-help-teachers-improve-STEM-education7059.aspTeaching Matters, a nonprofit, technology-focused educational organization, recently announced that it has bestowed its first annual Elizabeth Rohatyn Prize for School Innovation to Jeanna Rotunda, the principal of the West Side Collaborative middle school.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Middle-school-principal-honored-with-new-award7059.aspTue, 12 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Middle-school-principal-honored-with-new-award7059.aspAccording to a recent survey conducted by College Board, more students have enrolled in advanced placement (AP) classes this fall than in any previous year.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/More-students-are-opting-to-take-advanced-placement-courses,-College-Board-reports7059.aspMon, 11 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/More-students-are-opting-to-take-advanced-placement-courses,-College-Board-reports7059.aspAccording to the International Association for K -12 Online Learning, the number of students enrolled in virtual academies has increased exponentially over the past few years.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Tennessee-follows-nationwide-virtual-learning-trend7059.aspMon, 11 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Tennessee-follows-nationwide-virtual-learning-trend7059.aspThe Hyde Leadership Public Charter School in Washington, D.C., has announced that it has changed its name to the Perry Street Preparatory Public Charter School.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Washington,-D.C.-based-charter-school-makes-improvements-to-curriculum3521.aspFri, 08 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Washington,-D.C.-based-charter-school-makes-improvements-to-curriculum3521.asphttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers-and-policymakers-convene-to-discuss-K-12-education3521.aspThu, 07 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers-and-policymakers-convene-to-discuss-K-12-education3521.aspNASA has announced that it will host an educational forum this week in Orlando, Florida.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/NASA-to-hold-educational-forum-for-students-and-science-teachers5412.aspWed, 06 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/NASA-to-hold-educational-forum-for-students-and-science-teachers5412.aspPopular teaching website WalkTheTalk.com recently announced the launch of a new how-to book for teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-book-helps-teachers-enhance-students-academic-success5412.aspTue, 05 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-book-helps-teachers-enhance-students-academic-success5412.aspTexas Instruments, an educational technology company best known for producing scientific calculators, recently announced that it will release new activities and programs designed to keep high school students engaged in science, technology, engineering and math education over the summer.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Texas-Instruments-releases-new-tools-for-science-teachers5412.aspFri, 01 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Texas-Instruments-releases-new-tools-for-science-teachers5412.aspThe Board of Directors of the Robert R. McCormick Foundation have announced that the organization will donate close to $5 million in grants to education over the next two years.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Philanthropic-foundation-donates-large-sum-to-early-education7300.aspThu, 30 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Philanthropic-foundation-donates-large-sum-to-early-education7300.aspDiscovery Education and 3M recently announced the top 10 finalists in their Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Students-compete-in-science-contest7300.aspWed, 29 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Students-compete-in-science-contest7300.aspBrainPOP, an educational technology development company, recently announced the launch of GameUp, an internet resource which will allow teachers to access and learn how to use academic games in their classrooms.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Educational-games-becoming-more-important-to-classroom-curriculum7300.aspTue, 28 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Educational-games-becoming-more-important-to-classroom-curriculum7300.aspMcGraw-Hill Education recently announced the launch of a series of new digital solutions for grades K-12.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Educational-publishing-company-releases-new-program2234.aspMon, 27 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Educational-publishing-company-releases-new-program2234.aspTwist Education recently announced the launch of a new science game that will help high school students become more engaged in their studies.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-program-helps-students-understand-science2234.aspFri, 24 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-program-helps-students-understand-science2234.aspLast month, Michelle Shearer, a high school educator from Maryland, was named National Teacher of the Year by President Obama.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/China-trip-planned-for-National-Teacher-of-the-Year4269.aspThu, 23 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/China-trip-planned-for-National-Teacher-of-the-Year4269.aspAmgen, a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures innovative medical therapies, recently announced the recipients of its annual Amgen Award for Science Teaching Excellence.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Science-teachers-win-prestigious-grants-from-medical-technology-firm4269.aspWed, 22 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Science-teachers-win-prestigious-grants-from-medical-technology-firm4269.aspIn honor of Summer Learning Day on June 21, Carson-Dellosa, an educational publishing company, has announced the launch of several new materials.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Publishing-company-highlights-importance-of-summer-learning3450.aspTue, 21 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Publishing-company-highlights-importance-of-summer-learning3450.aspLockheed Martin recently announced the 20 teachers who it will sponsor in this summers Industry Initiatives for Science and Math Education (IISME), a San Francisco-based program that encourages an increased presence of scientific technology in K-12 classrooms.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Science-teachers-invited-to-educational-initiative3450.aspMon, 20 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Science-teachers-invited-to-educational-initiative3450.aspThis weekend, close to 125 high school science teachers and university students will attend Rocket University, a NASA space camp hosted at Wallops Flight Facility on the Eastern Shore of Virginia.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Science-teachers-and-students-attend-NASA-program3450.aspFri, 17 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Science-teachers-and-students-attend-NASA-program3450.aspThe Smithsonians National Museum of American History has announced that it will host an exhibit this fall to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/September-11-exhibit-planned-for-teachers3450.aspThu, 16 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/September-11-exhibit-planned-for-teachers3450.aspDC Electronics recently announced the launch of a new education initiative aimed at advancing K-12 academic performance in the public school systems of Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/California-based-electronic-firm-donates-money-to-local-schools1154.aspWed, 15 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/California-based-electronic-firm-donates-money-to-local-schools1154.aspA Strong Start Positioning Young Black Boys for Educational Success, a symposium sponsored by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and the Childrens Defense Fund (CDF), was held today in Washington, D.C.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Symposium-discusses-education-gap-in-minority-males1154.aspTue, 14 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Symposium-discusses-education-gap-in-minority-males1154.aspToyota Motor Sales recently announced the winners of its TAPESTRY Grants for Science Teachers Program.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Toyota-awards-$500,000-to-science-teachers1154.aspMon, 13 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Toyota-awards-$500,000-to-science-teachers1154.aspLincoln Interactive, a virtual learning provider, has recently launched an origami course for middle school students that was created to utilize the techniques that are associated with paper folding to teach complex science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Origami-can-be-used-to-further-STEM-education1154.aspMon, 13 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Origami-can-be-used-to-further-STEM-education1154.aspBlockbuster has recently announced a new incentive program aimed at getting students in grades K-12 to work harder in school and improve their academic record.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Blockbuster-and-teachers-work-together7155.aspFri, 10 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Blockbuster-and-teachers-work-together7155.aspRepresentatives from the Department of Education (DOE) in the state of Virginia recently announced that they had approved 13 virtual learning programs for use in K-12 public school classrooms.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Virginia-adds-online-learning-to-its-public-school-curriculum7155.aspThu, 09 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Virginia-adds-online-learning-to-its-public-school-curriculum7155.aspK12Reader.com recently announced the launch of a free service on its website that is designed to help homeschooling parents and teachers integrate spelling curriculum into their lesson plans.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Educational-website-can-help-teachers-and-parents7408.aspWed, 08 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Educational-website-can-help-teachers-and-parents7408.aspHighlights magazine recently published a guide for teachers detailing how they should approach the recent tornado outbreak and its consequences in their K-12 classrooms.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Childrens-magazine-educates-teachers-on-what-kids-should-know-about-tornadoes9339.aspTue, 07 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Childrens-magazine-educates-teachers-on-what-kids-should-know-about-tornadoes9339.aspNBC news, in conjunction with the University of Phoenix, has recently announced that it will donate NBC Learn K-12 education software to all Philadelphia-based middle and high schools as part of its Education Nation On-The-Road tour.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Philadelphia-schools-awarded-free-NBC-educational-subscription7201.aspMon, 06 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Philadelphia-schools-awarded-free-NBC-educational-subscription7201.aspIBM recently announced the launch of a new cloud-based software program that will allow teachers to utilize complex lab resources and advanced technical services in their classrooms without the need of an IT professional.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/New-cloud-based-software-may-help-teachers7201.aspFri, 03 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/New-cloud-based-software-may-help-teachers7201.aspOn June 15 , California legislatures will make the final decision in regards to what governmental industries and services will be affected by budget cuts.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/California-teachers-protest-budget-cuts-to-education7201.aspFri, 03 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/California-teachers-protest-budget-cuts-to-education7201.aspA study recently presented at the American Educational Research Association Conference in New Orleans showed that the teaching methods implemented by the West Metro Education Programs (WMEP) FAIR School Crystal have been successful in improving standardized test scores.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Innovative-teaching-methods-shown-to-improve-standardized-test-scores-in-Minnesota7201.aspThu, 02 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Innovative-teaching-methods-shown-to-improve-standardized-test-scores-in-Minnesota7201.aspEducation Nation On-The-Road, a traveling national exhibit sponsored by NBC News, will pull into Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 5th.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Philadelphia-to-host-NBC-News-education-initiative7201.aspWed, 01 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Philadelphia-to-host-NBC-News-education-initiative7201.aspThe Music Center as well as the Sheri and Les Biller Family Foundation held a conference on May 9 at the RAND Corporation in Santa Monica.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Conference-held-in-Los-Angeles-to-discuss-the-importance-of-arts-education-in-K-12-curriculum7201.aspTue, 31 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Conference-held-in-Los-Angeles-to-discuss-the-importance-of-arts-education-in-K-12-curriculum7201.aspThe Bayer USA Foundation has announced that it will donate $50,000 to The Pittsburgh Promise, which is a scholarship program for public school students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Bayer-Corporation-funds-$50,000-scholarship-grant-for-high-school-seniors7201.aspTue, 31 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Bayer-Corporation-funds-$50,000-scholarship-grant-for-high-school-seniors7201.aspHealthy Care Communications (HCC), in conjunction with American Mobile Nurses Healthcare (AMN), has announced the winner of its AMN/HCC scholarship essay contest.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Winner-of-AMN/HCC-essay-contest-announced7201.aspMon, 30 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Winner-of-AMN/HCC-essay-contest-announced7201.aspMcGraw-Hill Higher Education has announced that it will award scholarships, iPads and Flip cameras to the winners of its Do More and Win! video competition.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Winners-of-McGraw-Hill-contest-are-awarded-scholarships-and-prizes7201.aspMon, 30 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Winners-of-McGraw-Hill-contest-are-awarded-scholarships-and-prizes7201.aspThe Software Information Industry Association (SIIA) has announced the 2011 finalists for its CODiE Awards.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/CTB/McGraw-Hill-education-products-named-CODiE-Award-finalists7201.aspFri, 27 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/CTB/McGraw-Hill-education-products-named-CODiE-Award-finalists7201.aspNASA has announced the nine organizations with which it will partner with as part of its 2011 Summer of Innovationeducation initiative.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/NASA-announces-Summer-of-Innovation-program-partnerships7201.aspFri, 27 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/NASA-announces-Summer-of-Innovation-program-partnerships7201.aspZaner-Bolser has announced the winners of its 20th Annual National Handwriting Contest.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Zaner-Bloser-announces-the-winners-of-its-annual-handwriting-contest9433.aspThu, 26 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Zaner-Bloser-announces-the-winners-of-its-annual-handwriting-contest9433.aspClose to 100 New Jersey students and teachers were honored by Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadango and Governor Chris Christie on May 5th at the 31st annual Governors Awards in Art Education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Exceptional-students-and-teachers-honored-by-governor9433.aspThu, 26 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Exceptional-students-and-teachers-honored-by-governor9433.aspThe National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) has announced the winners of its Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) awards.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/NAMM-foundation-announces-winners-of-music-education-awards7294.aspWed, 25 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/NAMM-foundation-announces-winners-of-music-education-awards7294.aspEli Lilly and The Mind Trust have announced the launch of a fundraising campaign that is aimed at collecting $18 million in donations, which will be invested in organizations that spearhead education reform and work to improve academic standards in Indianapolis.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Indiana-nonprofit-launches-fundraising-campaign-to-fund-education-reform7294.aspWed, 25 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Indiana-nonprofit-launches-fundraising-campaign-to-fund-education-reform7294.aspScholastic Education has announced the winners of its Outstanding Educators Award for teachers who participated in its READ 180 and System 44 reading intervention programs.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Scholastic-announces-winners-of-Outstanding-Educators-award7294.aspTue, 24 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Scholastic-announces-winners-of-Outstanding-Educators-award7294.aspChildCare Education Institute (CCEI) has announced that it will offer free access to its professional development library on May 6.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Free-professional-development-opportunities-offered-to-early-childhood-teachers7294.aspTue, 24 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Free-professional-development-opportunities-offered-to-early-childhood-teachers7294.aspFund for Teachers has announced that it will grant 430 K-12 educators fellowships this summer worth a total of $1.7 million.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Fund-for-Teachers-announces-award-of-$1.7-million-grant7294.aspMon, 23 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Fund-for-Teachers-announces-award-of-$1.7-million-grant7294.aspTown Sports International (TSI), the company that owns New York, Boston, Philadelphia and Washington Sports Clubs, has announced that it will be offering a lifetime membership discount to K-12 educators in honor of National Teacher Appreciation Day.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Town-Sports-Club-announces-discounted-gym-membership-for-teachers7294.aspMon, 23 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Town-Sports-Club-announces-discounted-gym-membership-for-teachers7294.aspClose to 8,000 parents, teachers, and students recently met at Raleigh, North Carolinas Bicentennial Mall to protest expected cuts to public education funding.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers,-parents,-students-protest-cuts-to-education-funding3019.aspFri, 20 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers,-parents,-students-protest-cuts-to-education-funding3019.aspStudents in the fifth grade at the Spring Branch Independent School Districts Bunker Hill Elementary School in Houston, Texas have raised more than $2,700 for the maintenance of the Sam Houston Equestrian Statue in Hermann Park, according to the institution.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Elementary-students-raise-money-to-maintain-monument7341.aspThu, 19 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Elementary-students-raise-money-to-maintain-monument7341.aspThe Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has announced the recent launch of American Graduate, a public media initiative that is intended to reduce national drop-out rates.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Public-media-initiative-expected-to-reduce-drop-out-rate-in-American-high-schools7341.aspThu, 19 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Public-media-initiative-expected-to-reduce-drop-out-rate-in-American-high-schools7341.aspMath Solutions, a division of Scholastic, has announced the release of Classroom Discussions Seeing Math Discourse in Action, a professional development resource that was designed for K-12 teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-multimedia-program-helps-teachers-meet-federal-standards-for-math5203.aspWed, 18 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/New-multimedia-program-helps-teachers-meet-federal-standards-for-math5203.aspThe United States Mint has announced that it will offer complimentary educational resources to K-12 educators this month in honor of Teacher Appreciator Week, which began on May 2.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/United-States-Mint-offers-free-educational-resources-to-teachers-during-month-of-May5203.aspWed, 18 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/United-States-Mint-offers-free-educational-resources-to-teachers-during-month-of-May5203.aspDiehard Studio Entertainment has announced the release of Dwayne Fergusons most recent ebook, Mutant ABCs.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Alien-themed-ebook-helps-children-learn-to-read3065.aspTue, 17 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Alien-themed-ebook-helps-children-learn-to-read3065.aspRepresentatives from the Departments of Education (DOE) in New Hampshire, Maine, Connecticut, and Massachusetts recently convened to discuss how partnerships between the states could help to combat challenges and increase opportunity, according to the NHDOE .http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Leaders-from-New-England-states-meet-to-discuss-partnership-and-efficiency-in-teaching3065.aspMon, 16 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Leaders-from-New-England-states-meet-to-discuss-partnership-and-efficiency-in-teaching3065.aspThe Siemens Foundation, in conjunction with Discovery Education, the National Science Teachers Association, and the College Board, has announced the 48 middle and high school state finalists in its We Can Change the World Challenge.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/We-Can-Change-the-World-finalists-announced9274.aspFri, 13 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/We-Can-Change-the-World-finalists-announced9274.aspBC News, in conjunction with the University of Phoenix, has announced that it will award all Chicago-area middle and high schools free subscriptions to NBC Learn K-12 in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Chicago-area-middle-and-high-schools-awarded-free-subscriptions9274.aspFri, 13 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Chicago-area-middle-and-high-schools-awarded-free-subscriptions9274.aspWalden University, a distance learning institution that is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has announced that Jonathan Kozol will speak at its academic residency in Houston, Texas this upcoming weekend.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Highly-honored-education-writer-to-speak-at-Walden-University9274.aspFri, 13 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Highly-honored-education-writer-to-speak-at-Walden-University9274.aspA team of researchers from Wake Forest University have received a $249,348 grant from Next Generation Learning Challenges.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/North-Carolina-research-team-to-develop-engaging-teaching-technology5250.aspThu, 12 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/North-Carolina-research-team-to-develop-engaging-teaching-technology5250.aspThe Cargill Foundation recently reflected on the impact of its $10 million donation to the school systems and communities of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Cargill-Foundations-donation-aims-to-improve-education-in-the-Twin-Cities5250.aspThu, 12 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Cargill-Foundations-donation-aims-to-improve-education-in-the-Twin-Cities5250.aspThe ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI) has announced that it will offer its online course, Books and Beyond Language Development in Young Children, at no cost during May in honor of Get Caught Reading Month and National Book Week.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/CCEI-offers-free-professional-development-course-to-early-childhood-teachers-during-the-month-of-May5250.aspWed, 11 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/CCEI-offers-free-professional-development-course-to-early-childhood-teachers-during-the-month-of-May5250.aspHallmark Hall of Fame has announced that it will stream Beyond the Blackboard, an original movie starring Emily VanCamp, on the website spiritclip.com.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Inspirational-story-about-teacher-now-available-online9757.aspTue, 10 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Inspirational-story-about-teacher-now-available-online9757.aspThe Infinity Project, a designer of K-12 math and science curricula, has announced that it will expand its high school course offerings to include a combination engineering and math class.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Infinity-Project-helps-expand-STEM-education3112.aspTue, 10 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Infinity-Project-helps-expand-STEM-education3112.aspSoftware company eGenio Education Solutions has announced the launch of a new Internet-based software program that is designed to integrate all facets of K-12 education on an easy-to-use site.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/New-Internet-based-program-allows-teachers-to-coordinate-curriculum-with-state-and-federal-standards9573.aspFri, 06 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/New-Internet-based-program-allows-teachers-to-coordinate-curriculum-with-state-and-federal-standards9573.aspThe University of Arizona (UA), in conjunction with Tucson Values Teachers, has announced that it will honor K-12 educators by holding a campus open house this weekend.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/University-of-Arizona-holds-teacher-appreciation-event-on-campus9573.aspFri, 06 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/University-of-Arizona-holds-teacher-appreciation-event-on-campus9573.aspSuper Star Learning Company recently announced the release of the Room 21 computer program, which is intended to help teachers synchronize lesson plans, assessments and educational materials into a single online database.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/New-websites-help-teachers-and-parents-work-together-to-maximize-K-12-educational-performance9573.aspFri, 06 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/New-websites-help-teachers-and-parents-work-together-to-maximize-K-12-educational-performance9573.aspAs part of a contest that was sponsored by PCI Education, a company dedicated to special education research and resources, special education teachers were able to nominate their students to win a trip to Morgans Wonderland in San Antonio, Texas.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Special-education-teacher-helps-student-win-trip-to-special-needs-accessible-theme-park3159.aspThu, 05 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Special-education-teacher-helps-student-win-trip-to-special-needs-accessible-theme-park3159.aspNASA has named students Juliana Sanchez, Samantha Herrod, Isaliz Gonzalez, Grace Romano and "Dahlia" Senthilnathan Huh the winners of its Optimus Prime Spinoff Video Contest.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/NASA-video-contest-aims-to-advance-science-and-technology-education3159.aspWed, 04 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/NASA-video-contest-aims-to-advance-science-and-technology-education3159.aspAs part of its national Teach Children to Save (TCTS) month, Astoria Federal Savings has announced that it will hold an essay contest for students in grades five through 12.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Astoria-Federal-Savings-teaches-students-important-financial-lessons1021.aspTue, 03 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Astoria-Federal-Savings-teaches-students-important-financial-lessons1021.aspThe Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) has announced the 10 finalists who will continue on in their Innovation Incubator Program (IIP).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Innovation-Incubator-Program-finalists-announced1021.aspMon, 02 May 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Innovation-Incubator-Program-finalists-announced1021.aspThe American Federation for Children (AFC) has announced the introduction of Assembly Bill 110, which, if passed, will become the Wisconsin Special Needs Scholarship Act.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Wisconsin-bill-would-provide-education-scholarships-to-special-needs-students7482.aspFri, 29 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Wisconsin-bill-would-provide-education-scholarships-to-special-needs-students7482.aspAccording to predictions made by HealthForce Minnesota, a local center focused on health care innovation, the need for clinical laboratory workers is expected to increase 14 percent over the next eight years.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/K-12-students-in-Minnesota-prepped-for-jobs-in-the-health-care-industry7482.aspFri, 29 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/K-12-students-in-Minnesota-prepped-for-jobs-in-the-health-care-industry7482.aspPresident Obama has announced his picks for the 2011 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/President-Obama-awards-PAEMST-prize-to-teachers7482.aspFri, 29 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/President-Obama-awards-PAEMST-prize-to-teachers7482.aspDigital publisher Vook has announced the launch of TextVook, a series of educational electronic resources available through Kindle, Barnes and Noble, and iTunes.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/TextVooks-allow-teachers-to-create-lesson-plans-using-technology7482.aspThu, 28 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/TextVooks-allow-teachers-to-create-lesson-plans-using-technology7482.aspToyota Motor Sales and the Institute of International Education. have announced that they will send 24 teachers to South Africa this summer through their Toyota International Teacher Program.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Toyota-sends-teachers-to-South-Africa1067.aspWed, 27 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Toyota-sends-teachers-to-South-Africa1067.aspThe U.S. Department of Education (DOE) has announced the launch of a Green Ribbon Schools program, which is designed to promote and recognize school districts for their commitment to environmental literacy and sustainability.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Government-to-award-schools-for-green-initiatives1067.aspWed, 27 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Government-to-award-schools-for-green-initiatives1067.aspThough many claim that technology is a new forum for bullying, teacher Colin Horak has found a way to use it as an anti-bullying strategy, TechFlash reports.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Technology-can-help-teachers-prevent-bullying-in-the-classroom1067.aspWed, 27 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Technology-can-help-teachers-prevent-bullying-in-the-classroom1067.aspNASA has announced the launch of two new programs that are designed to reinforcing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts in the classroom.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/NASA-programs-aim-to-help-teachers-address-STEM-deficiencies1067.aspTue, 26 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/NASA-programs-aim-to-help-teachers-address-STEM-deficiencies1067.aspSummer slide, the loss of learning over school vacation, is a phenomenon experienced by many K-12 students. In an effort to combat this issue, various educational publications and websites are working with teachers and parents to establish summer reading programs.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Parents-and-teachers-can-prevent-summer-slide1067.aspMon, 25 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Parents-and-teachers-can-prevent-summer-slide1067.aspAt this years U.S. Innovative Education Forum (IEF), Microsoft Partners in Learning will honor up to 100 K-12 teachers for their contributions to education through the use of technology.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Microsoft-to-showcase-innovative-uses-of-technology-in-the-classroom1067.aspMon, 25 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Microsoft-to-showcase-innovative-uses-of-technology-in-the-classroom1067.aspA new report from the nonprofit group Change the Equation (CTEq) evaluates each states science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) performance.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/How-does-your-state-measure-up--New-report-gives-STEM-reviews1067.aspMon, 25 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/How-does-your-state-measure-up--New-report-gives-STEM-reviews1067.aspMany elementary education students struggle academically because they have poor social skills that hamper their ability to absorb new information.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/New-program-aims-to-help-early-childhood-teachers-promote-social-skills1067.aspFri, 22 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/New-program-aims-to-help-early-childhood-teachers-promote-social-skills1067.aspSeveral states require that all of their public school educators hold a masters degree. These teaching requirements have prompted many instructors to head back to college.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers-can-pursue-affordable-masters-degrees-through-online-education1067.aspThu, 21 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers-can-pursue-affordable-masters-degrees-through-online-education1067.aspA new report from a Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children (PPC) claims that full-day kindergarten programs lead to better assessment scores for school districts.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Full-day-kindergarten-makes-the-grade-in-Pennsylvania,-report-says9713.aspWed, 20 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Full-day-kindergarten-makes-the-grade-in-Pennsylvania,-report-says9713.aspAmericans will have an opportunity to show their appreciation for educators on May 3, which is National Teacher Day.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Citizens-to-recognize-National-Teacher-Day-by-voicing-opposition-against-crippling-reform9713.aspTue, 19 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Citizens-to-recognize-National-Teacher-Day-by-voicing-opposition-against-crippling-reform9713.aspRecognizing and reporting signs of child abuse is a federally mandated teaching requirement.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Online-classes-aim-to-educate-teachers-about-reporting-child-maltreatment5438.aspMon, 18 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Online-classes-aim-to-educate-teachers-about-reporting-child-maltreatment5438.aspMost K-12 schools throughout the U.S. have endured difficult budget cuts in recent years. However, most third-world countries are struggling far worse when it comes to education funding.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Teachers-can-change-the-world-through-charity5438.aspFri, 15 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Teachers-can-change-the-world-through-charity5438.aspConsidering that many educators cannot attend the top teaching schools in America, web-based professional development programs have surged in popularity in recent years.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Verizon-pays-up-for-teacher-training5438.aspFri, 15 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Verizon-pays-up-for-teacher-training5438.aspThe Arch Coal Foundation recently issued its annual achievement awards to 10 teachers in Wyoming.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Coal-provider-passes-out-hardware,-cash-to-10-Wyoming-educators5438.aspThu, 14 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Coal-provider-passes-out-hardware,-cash-to-10-Wyoming-educators5438.aspMany special education teachers agree that math is one of the most difficult courses to teach. Unlike other courses, such as history or science, math problems typically are not accompanied by visual aids.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/New-driving-game-makes-math-more-fun-for-special-education-students7622.aspWed, 13 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/New-driving-game-makes-math-more-fun-for-special-education-students7622.aspEducating children about warfare is probably not among the teaching requirements at most schools. However, a new survey indicates that some high school teachers may want to consider broaching the subject.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Red-Cross-surveys-says-that-students-want-more-education-about-warfare7622.aspTue, 12 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Red-Cross-surveys-says-that-students-want-more-education-about-warfare7622.aspIf New Jersey Governor Chris Christie gets his way, the teacher pay system in the Garden State will be revamped.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-Jersey-governor-proposes-major-overhaul-to-teacher-pay-methodology7622.aspTue, 12 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/New-Jersey-governor-proposes-major-overhaul-to-teacher-pay-methodology7622.aspWith all the new educational applications on the market, some special education teachers have trouble sifting through the products and determining which one suits their respective classroom.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Special-education-teachers-find-a-friend-in-app-review-website7622.aspMon, 11 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Special-education-teachers-find-a-friend-in-app-review-website7622.aspDigital innovations have significantly altered the way many K-12 teachers design their lesson plans. The Internet, mobile devices and learning applications have provided educators with new ways to engage their students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Popular-quiz-program-to-go-mobile7622.aspFri, 08 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Popular-quiz-program-to-go-mobile7622.aspSpecial education teachers throughout the country will attend special workshops and events this month considering that April is World Autism Awareness Month.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Education-software-a-hit-with-special-education-teachers7622.aspThu, 07 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Education-software-a-hit-with-special-education-teachers7622.aspGardening is typically not among the teaching requirements at most schools, but it may be an effective way to inspire kids to get active and eat healthy. It also may lead to the installation of a new school garden.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/New-contest-inspires-students-to-plant-vegetables5531.aspWed, 06 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/New-contest-inspires-students-to-plant-vegetables5531.aspMany educators are searching for science teacher jobs in which they can integrate eco-friendly lesson plans into their curricula. However, many school districts do not have the budgets to support these types of projects.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Caring-about-the-planet-pays-off-for-New-Jersey-teachers5531.aspWed, 06 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Caring-about-the-planet-pays-off-for-New-Jersey-teachers5531.aspThe future of teacher pay is highly debated topic throughout the nation, and everyone seems to have an opinion on the issue. According to a professor from the University of Chicago, a system that awards raises based on student performance is not working in the U.S.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Professor-says-merit-based-teacher-pay-is-not-working5531.aspTue, 05 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Professor-says-merit-based-teacher-pay-is-not-working5531.aspAlthough a lot of attention has been cast on teacher pay in recent months, due in large part to the collective bargaining rights controversy in Wisconsin, the national spotlight will soon shift to how students manage their own finances.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Save-the-date-National-initiative-focuses-on-student-finances3393.aspMon, 04 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Save-the-date-National-initiative-focuses-on-student-finances3393.aspSome K-12 instructors have dreams of becoming a published author. However, many education jobs entail long hours and rigorous teaching requirements that make it difficult to pursue legitimate publishing opportunities.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Spread-the-word-Borders-offers-publishing-opportunities-to-teachers3393.aspMon, 04 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Spread-the-word-Borders-offers-publishing-opportunities-to-teachers3393.aspMany experienced professionals are searching for unique education jobs that stray from the traditional K-12 setting.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Overseas-adventure-Teachers-can-jet-off-to-Asia3393.aspFri, 01 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Overseas-adventure-Teachers-can-jet-off-to-Asia3393.aspThe top teaching schools in the nation can help educators implement strong lesson plans, but it is difficult to prepare individuals for the unpredictable nature of student behavior.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Study-Poor-behavior-and-academic-struggles-not-always-linked5579.aspThu, 31 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Study-Poor-behavior-and-academic-struggles-not-always-linked5579.aspMany early childhood education teachers are searching for new wage to engage their students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Story-about-young-scientists-gets-rave-reviews5579.aspWed, 30 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Story-about-young-scientists-gets-rave-reviews5579.aspOne of the many teaching requirements that often gets overlooked is communicating with students parents. However, many educators are too busy with other daily duties that it becomes difficult to consistently reach out to family members.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Nearly-half-of-teachers-say-school-to-parent-communication-could-improve5579.aspTue, 29 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Nearly-half-of-teachers-say-school-to-parent-communication-could-improve5579.aspSchool districts across the U.S. have eliminated education jobs in recent years because of devastating budget cuts.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Technology-can-make-room-in-school-budgets,-save-education-jobs1301.aspMon, 28 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Technology-can-make-room-in-school-budgets,-save-education-jobs1301.aspPresident Barack Obama and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan have lauded Singapore for its teaching techniques in mathematics.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Singapores-math-instruction-techniques-gain-popularity-in-U.S.1301.aspMon, 28 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Singapores-math-instruction-techniques-gain-popularity-in-U.S.1301.aspA controversy in Florida has sparked discussion about animal treatment in K-12 schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/When-students-attack-Advocates-seek-law-banning-animal-cruelty-in-schools5625.aspFri, 25 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/When-students-attack-Advocates-seek-law-banning-animal-cruelty-in-schools5625.aspPast studies have shown that music education can help improve a childs coordination and concentration. The company Mystic Drumz travels to schools to provide interactive drumming sessions and performances for students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Interactive-music-sessions-help-educate,-engage-students5625.aspThu, 24 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Interactive-music-sessions-help-educate,-engage-students5625.aspPublishing company Zaner-Bloser has released a new digital tool that is designed for elementary education teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/New-education-app-focuses-on-handwriting-lessons5625.aspThu, 24 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/New-education-app-focuses-on-handwriting-lessons5625.aspThe Society for Science and the Public (SSP) recently named the 10 American teachers who have been selected to participate in a multi-faceted fellowship program.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Science-fellowships-awarded-to-10-American-teachers3486.aspWed, 23 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Science-fellowships-awarded-to-10-American-teachers3486.aspA recent national survey reveals that a majority of American teachers believe that providing stronger programs for diverse student populations should be one of the highest priorities in the education industry.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Survey-Many-teachers-want-to-see-more-support-for-diverse-students3486.aspWed, 23 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Survey-Many-teachers-want-to-see-more-support-for-diverse-students3486.aspEarly childhood teachers should consider encouraging their female students to take more pride in their math work, according to researchers from the University of Washington.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Study-Elementary-students-link-math-achievement-with-boys1348.aspTue, 22 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Study-Elementary-students-link-math-achievement-with-boys1348.aspMany K-12 teachers attempt to enhance their lesson plans or introduce new technologies in an effort to improve student achievement. However, a new study shows that a daily break from these academic activities can be beneficial.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Study-Meditation-helps-students-improve-grades1348.aspMon, 21 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Study-Meditation-helps-students-improve-grades1348.aspTeachers will get the royal treatment next month as book retailer Borders will host Educator Appreciation Days throughout the U.S.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Borders-to-offer-discounted-merchandise-to-teachers7809.aspFri, 18 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Borders-to-offer-discounted-merchandise-to-teachers7809.aspA six-figure salary is probably a long shot for most K-12 teachers. However, educators at a New York City charter school are earning $125,000 per year as part of an experiment to examine the link between teacher pay and student performance.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Teacher-pay-exceeds-$100,000-at-NYC-charter-school3533.aspThu, 17 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Teacher-pay-exceeds-$100,000-at-NYC-charter-school3533.aspElementary teachers at an Alabama-based school have made several major changes to their classrooms in order to promote health and fitness.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Alabama-elementary-school-hones-in-on-health3533.aspWed, 16 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Alabama-elementary-school-hones-in-on-health3533.aspMany education officials throughout the country agree that digital tools are the wave of the future in evaluating teacher and student performance.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Digital-tools-get-rave-reviews-from-education-professionals9994.aspTue, 15 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Digital-tools-get-rave-reviews-from-education-professionals9994.aspEarly childhood teachers in Michigan recently got a hand from a Super Bowl champion as part of National Reading Month.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Pro-football-player-tackles-Reading-Month7856.aspMon, 14 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Pro-football-player-tackles-Reading-Month7856.aspMany K-12 teachers do not have the time or money to shop for additional classroom materials, which may lead to a supply shortage in some schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Clutch-delivery-Nonprofit-group-supplies-classroom-to-teachers7856.aspFri, 11 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Clutch-delivery-Nonprofit-group-supplies-classroom-to-teachers7856.aspPresident Barack Obama recently visited Massachusetts to highlight the achievements of an urban school that has low-income students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Inner-city-school-in-Massachusetts-makes-the-grade7856.aspThu, 10 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Inner-city-school-in-Massachusetts-makes-the-grade7856.aspMaine is just one of a handful of states that has not yet adopted the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), which is a new set of guidelines that would revamp teaching requirements.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Maine-politicians,-educators-mull-over-CCSS7856.aspWed, 09 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Maine-politicians,-educators-mull-over-CCSS7856.aspTeachers who are interested in discussing bullying prevention during Thursdays school day will get a little help from the nations commander-in-chief.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/White-House-to-host-bullying-prevention-conference7856.aspWed, 09 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/White-House-to-host-bullying-prevention-conference7856.aspMany officials agree that middle school is a critical period in math education because the concepts become more challenging. Many students fall behind during these years, which can lead to further struggles in high school.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Educators-stress-the-importance-of-middle-school-math7856.aspTue, 08 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Educators-stress-the-importance-of-middle-school-math7856.aspThousands of people gathered at the Tennessee State House over the weekend to protest the Republican-sponsored budget proposal that aims to eliminate collective bargaining rights for teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Weekend-protests-over-teacher-rights-rock-Nashville7856.aspMon, 07 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Weekend-protests-over-teacher-rights-rock-Nashville7856.aspApproximately 1,400 educators in Springfield, Massachusetts were recently informed that they will have to give back some of their teacher pay.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Massachusetts-school-district-overpaid-teachers,-wants-money-back7856.aspMon, 07 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Massachusetts-school-district-overpaid-teachers,-wants-money-back7856.aspComedian Jon Stewart recently went to bat for school teachers while participating in one his favorite pastimes bashing Fox News.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Daily-Show-host-rips-Fox-News-for-its-stance-on-teacher-pay5764.aspFri, 04 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Daily-Show-host-rips-Fox-News-for-its-stance-on-teacher-pay5764.aspA program that finds education jobs for experienced professionals has published an article that aims to dispel myths about teaching English abroad.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Job-placement-group-aims-to-clear-up-myths-about-teaching-ESL-abroad5764.aspThu, 03 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Job-placement-group-aims-to-clear-up-myths-about-teaching-ESL-abroad5764.aspMany supporters of Wisconsin Governor Scott Walkers budget proposal, which would eliminate collective bargaining rights for public employees, have argued that outraged teachers have no reason to complain about their salaries or benefits. A new study may prove otherwise.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Study-Teacher-pay-in-Wisconsin-has-not-kept-pace-with-inflation,-public-sector1008.aspThu, 03 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Study-Teacher-pay-in-Wisconsin-has-not-kept-pace-with-inflation,-public-sector1008.aspA decision by the Supreme Court could determine the extent in which education officials can investigate potential cases of child abuse.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/School-involvement-regarding-child-abuse-intervention-rests-on-Supreme-Court-decision1008.aspWed, 02 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/School-involvement-regarding-child-abuse-intervention-rests-on-Supreme-Court-decision1008.aspIn his state budget proposal, Washington Governor Chris Gregorie has proposed that the stipends for nationally certified teachers should be suspended for two years.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Teachers-not-happy-with-governors-proposal-to-suspend-stipend7949.aspTue, 01 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Teachers-not-happy-with-governors-proposal-to-suspend-stipend7949.aspTeachers of all grade levels, from elementary education to high school, will be taking part in Read Across America on March 2.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Reading-rocks-in-America-on-March-27949.aspTue, 01 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Reading-rocks-in-America-on-March-27949.aspAlthough some high school teachers are wary of advocating for evolution in their classrooms, a new study from Penn State reveals new evidence that supports the scientific theory.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Skin-color-can-help-teachers-explain-evolution7949.aspMon, 28 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Skin-color-can-help-teachers-explain-evolution7949.aspAmong the many topics that teachers address during class, emergency response typically is not one of them. Although most educators would take charge in the event of a crisis, some school districts are providing training programs that also equip teenagers with these critical life skills.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Emergency-response-training-can-empower-students,-save-lives7949.aspMon, 28 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Emergency-response-training-can-empower-students,-save-lives7949.aspAn Ohio-based nonprofit organization and an NBA franchise have teamed up to develop an engaging educational resource for early childhood teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Reading-initiative-in-Ohio-scores-big-with-boys7949.aspFri, 25 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Reading-initiative-in-Ohio-scores-big-with-boys7949.aspMany teachers throughout the U.S. are searching for effective ways to communicate with their colleagues and students. A company in China has established an online portal that may serve as a model for American educators.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Chinese-blog-attracts-millions-of-educators-and-students7949.aspFri, 25 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Chinese-blog-attracts-millions-of-educators-and-students7949.aspAlthough there has been a lot of attention cast on the hundreds of Wisconsin teachers who skipped school in order to protest Governor Scott Walkers budget proposal, there are some institutions in the Badger State that are reporting no attendance problems.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/School-attendance-issues-raise-eyebrows3673.aspFri, 25 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/School-attendance-issues-raise-eyebrows3673.aspThe nonprofit organization International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBF) has released an informational press release detailing the history of collective bargaining in Wisconsin.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Badger-State-rewriting-its-history-regarding-teacher-rights3673.aspThu, 24 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Badger-State-rewriting-its-history-regarding-teacher-rights3673.aspSpecial education teachers and early childhood educators are always looking for new ways to engage their students. A new initiative called Flip This Classroom Learning Environments Matter offers one potential solution add some color.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/In-living-color-Educators-hope-to-illuminate-their-lessons7996.aspWed, 23 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/In-living-color-Educators-hope-to-illuminate-their-lessons7996.aspA new national survey reveals that 65 percent of American teachers report that many of their students rely on school meals as their primary source of nutrition.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Many-teachers-concerned-that-students-are-not-eating-healthy7996.aspTue, 22 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Many-teachers-concerned-that-students-are-not-eating-healthy7996.aspMassive protests at Wisconsins State House over the pay and collective bargaining rights for public employees has left many schools in the Badger State scrambling for substitute teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Protests-in-Wisconsin-take-center-stage7996.aspMon, 21 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Protests-in-Wisconsin-take-center-stage7996.aspAt least 50 teachers in the U.S. will soon receive a rare opportunity to experience zero gravity, which is an activity that is typically reserved for astronauts and researchers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/NASA-initiative-will-knock-teachers-off-their-feet1582.aspFri, 18 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/NASA-initiative-will-knock-teachers-off-their-feet1582.aspAs part of its We Love Our School campaign this past week, paper towel manufacturer Bounty released a survey that examined teachers thoughts on classroom cleanliness.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Most-teachers-believe-cleaner-classrooms-lead-to-better-student-performance1582.aspFri, 18 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Most-teachers-believe-cleaner-classrooms-lead-to-better-student-performance1582.aspHigh school journalism teachers throughout the U.S. have been encouraged to apply for two-week training programs that will be held at some of the nations top colleges.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Extra!-Extra!-Journalism-institute-offers-free-training-sessions-for-teachers8042.aspThu, 17 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Extra!-Extra!-Journalism-institute-offers-free-training-sessions-for-teachers8042.aspFive educators in the Chicago area have been selected as finalists for the Kohl McCormick Early Childhood Teaching Awards.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Fab-five-Finalists-for-early-childhood-teaching-awards-revealed8042.aspWed, 16 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Fab-five-Finalists-for-early-childhood-teaching-awards-revealed8042.aspProfessionals who are seeking science teacher jobs may benefit from a national push to strengthen science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education. Government leaders have emphasized the importance of these fields, while countless organizations have donated grants to improve STEM programs.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Verizon-backed-web-portal-for-science-teachers-gets-good-reception8042.aspWed, 16 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Verizon-backed-web-portal-for-science-teachers-gets-good-reception8042.aspPresident Barack Obama dropped the proverbial ax earlier this week, revealing a vast list of cuts in his budget proposal for fiscal year 2012. However, one sector that may see an increase in funding is education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Obama-spares-education-in-budget-proposal3766.aspTue, 15 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Obama-spares-education-in-budget-proposal3766.aspTeachers from across the state of Delaware recently convened to participate in a robotics workshop.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Robots-rule-the-day-in-Delaware1629.aspMon, 14 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Robots-rule-the-day-in-Delaware1629.aspA retired educator recently wrote a column for The Washington Post, and he emphasized the importance of exposing teachers to the new set of Common Core State Standards (CCSS) that have been adopted by 41 of the 50 United States.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Education-officials-says-teachers-need-to-be-trained-on-new-state-standards1629.aspMon, 14 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Education-officials-says-teachers-need-to-be-trained-on-new-state-standards1629.aspTeachers in Massachusetts soon may be more responsible for reporting bullying incidents.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers-should-be-held-more-accountable-for-school-bullying,-advocates-say1629.aspFri, 11 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers-should-be-held-more-accountable-for-school-bullying,-advocates-say1629.aspTechnological innovations have made cheating easier in American schools. The Internet, text messaging and computerized records have provided students with a variety of new methods to get an unfair edge in class.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Student-cheating-has-become-more-complex-in-computer-age5951.aspThu, 10 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Student-cheating-has-become-more-complex-in-computer-age5951.aspSome teachers at elementary education facilities may be reluctant to incorporate innovative technologies into their curriculum, but a new study shows that most kids are entering kindergarten with more tech knowledge than life skills.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Study-reveals-that-most-young-kids-are-tech-savvy5951.aspThu, 10 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Study-reveals-that-most-young-kids-are-tech-savvy5951.aspAlthough most elementary education programs focus on subjects such as math, reading and English, officials in Virginia recently taught students and their parents lessons about personal safety.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Personal-safety-makes-the-grade-in-Virginia5951.aspWed, 09 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Personal-safety-makes-the-grade-in-Virginia5951.aspTeachers who lead Advanced Placement (AP) courses should expect some significant changes in the coming years.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/AP-biology-and-history-courses-to-get-facelift5951.aspWed, 09 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/AP-biology-and-history-courses-to-get-facelift5951.aspTeachers who are interested in educating their students about the importance of energy conservation may consider challenging them to make a difference in their own communities.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Elementary-education-facilities-in-Bay-State-go-green1675.aspTue, 08 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Elementary-education-facilities-in-Bay-State-go-green1675.aspIn a recent column for Education Week, an experienced teacher explained that music can serve as a valuable learning tool in urban K-12 schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teacher-Hip-hop-culture-should-be-part-of-curriculum-in-urban-schools1675.aspTue, 08 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teacher-Hip-hop-culture-should-be-part-of-curriculum-in-urban-schools1675.aspMore than 2,000 elementary education classrooms have been exposed to a chess program called First Move over the last decade. Organizers of the initiative have announced that they plan to expand it to an additional 30,000 students throughout the U.S. in 2011.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Many-students-develop-skill-sets-through-chess1675.aspMon, 07 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Many-students-develop-skill-sets-through-chess1675.aspA recent story in Time magazine reveals that education institutions may benefit from adopting a teacher evaluation model that mimics the National Football League (NFL).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Could-more-teachers-score-a-touchdown-with-better-evaluation-policies-1675.aspFri, 04 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Could-more-teachers-score-a-touchdown-with-better-evaluation-policies-1675.aspMore than 150 K-12 public school teachers recently had an opportunity to present their ideas to U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan, according to The Washington Post.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Educators-address-teacher-pay-in-report-to-Arne-Duncan3860.aspThu, 03 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Educators-address-teacher-pay-in-report-to-Arne-Duncan3860.aspEarly childhood teachers who are fluent in only English can still expose their students to foreign languages.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Michigan-school-district-set-to-introduce-Spanish-to-early-learners3860.aspThu, 03 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Michigan-school-district-set-to-introduce-Spanish-to-early-learners3860.aspMany early childhood teachers have urged local officials to strengthen their respective communitys reading programs.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Early-childhood-teachers-get-help-from-local-politicians,-public-officials1722.aspWed, 02 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Early-childhood-teachers-get-help-from-local-politicians,-public-officials1722.aspMany k-12 institutions throughout the U.S. have implemented programs that aim to expose students to the risks that are associated with popular tools such as the Internet and cell phones.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Schools-spread-the-message-of-cyber-safety1722.aspTue, 01 Feb 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Schools-spread-the-message-of-cyber-safety1722.aspTeachers who wish to incorporate dental hygiene into their lesson plans may consider partnering with a local dental office that offers outreach programs for K-12 schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Illinois-students-brush-up-on-dental-hygiene1032.aspMon, 31 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Illinois-students-brush-up-on-dental-hygiene1032.aspPublic high school science teachers in Oklahoma may soon be required to introduce nonscientific theories that contradict evolution.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Oklahoma-legislators-call-for-evolution-alternatives-in-public-high-schools1032.aspFri, 28 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Oklahoma-legislators-call-for-evolution-alternatives-in-public-high-schools1032.aspCharter schools have surged in popularity among teachers and students in recent years. This trend has prompted lawmakers in North Carolina to propose a bill that would eliminate a 100-school cap on charter institutions.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/North-Carolina-legislators-look-to-eliminate-cap-on-charter-schools2846.aspThu, 27 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/North-Carolina-legislators-look-to-eliminate-cap-on-charter-schools2846.aspA new report by the Annenberg Institute for School Reform (AISR) at Brown University states that community building is a key part of education reform that is often overlooked.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Report-says-community-teamwork-can-save-struggling-schools7111.aspWed, 26 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Report-says-community-teamwork-can-save-struggling-schools7111.aspA day after President Barack Obamas State of the Union speech, a Los Angeles-based teacher was given a platform to respond to the many educational topics that were addressed.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/California-based-teacher-responds-to-Obamas-State-of-the-Union-speech7111.aspWed, 26 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/California-based-teacher-responds-to-Obamas-State-of-the-Union-speech7111.aspThe National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) has released a statement to address Americas subpar student achievement on science assessment tests.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/NSTA-says-student-performance-in-science-in-unacceptable7111.aspTue, 25 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/NSTA-says-student-performance-in-science-in-unacceptable7111.aspAs many states wrestle with education reform issues, such as teacher pay, two prominent scholars have released a report that analyzes the fiscal impact of pension plans currently in place.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Report-examines-impact-of-teacher-pension-systems7172.aspMon, 24 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Report-examines-impact-of-teacher-pension-systems7172.aspAlthough many parts of the U.S. are enduring the deep freeze of winter, some schools are heading outdoors to get students involved in eco-friendly activities.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Florida-students-get-active,-plant-trees-outside-of-schools7172.aspMon, 24 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Florida-students-get-active,-plant-trees-outside-of-schools7172.aspThe Auburn School has announced that Marjorie Hoffman will serve as the Head of School of its new Baltimore location.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Baltimore-school-for-disadvantaged-students-names-its-leader5031.aspFri, 21 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Baltimore-school-for-disadvantaged-students-names-its-leader5031.aspMany education professionals are searching for efficient tools that can assist them in measuring student progress. With overpopulated classrooms and sizable learning differences among students, crafting individualized lesson plans can be a tough task.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Online-tool-makes-assessment-quick-and-easy5031.aspThu, 20 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Online-tool-makes-assessment-quick-and-easy5031.aspTeachers in an Ohio-based school district are getting a little help from the iPod Touch.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Title-I-students-in-Ohio-get-their-own-mobile-learning-device5031.aspThu, 20 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Title-I-students-in-Ohio-get-their-own-mobile-learning-device5031.aspKindergarten teachers at a Tennessee-based school recently succeeded in getting their students excited about reading.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Kindergarten-classes-mark-100th-day-of-school-with-speed-reading-event7554.aspWed, 19 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Kindergarten-classes-mark-100th-day-of-school-with-speed-reading-event7554.aspTeachers who are searching for new resources that can help improve student achievement may consider looking at the "best of" lists compiled by education publications.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Assessment-program-receives-award,-helps-scores7554.aspTue, 18 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Assessment-program-receives-award,-helps-scores7554.aspEducation jobs have been cut in foreign language departments throughout the U.S. However, while budget constraints have eliminated some courses, student enrollment in Chinese language instruction has spiked significantly.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Chinese-dialect-rises-in-popularity-despite-foreign-language-cuts7554.aspTue, 18 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Chinese-dialect-rises-in-popularity-despite-foreign-language-cuts7554.aspA high school in Illinois hopes that a little bit of morbidity will go a long way in saving lives.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Educators,-students-send-strong-message-about-unsafe-teen-driving5078.aspMon, 17 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Educators,-students-send-strong-message-about-unsafe-teen-driving5078.aspAlthough Martin Luther King, Jr. Day will keep kids out of class next Monday, many teachers are bringing Kings hopes and dreams into their classrooms.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Teachers-keep-MLKs-legacy-alive-in-the-classroom2940.aspFri, 14 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Teachers-keep-MLKs-legacy-alive-in-the-classroom2940.aspIf New Jersey Governor Chris Christie had his way, teacher tenure would be eliminated in the Garden State.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//New-Jerseys-top-official-aims-to-abolish-teacher-tenure9401.aspThu, 13 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//New-Jerseys-top-official-aims-to-abolish-teacher-tenure9401.aspA group of high school teachers in Colorado are hoping to find new ways to engage their students, even if it means going back to school themselves.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Colorado-teachers-become-the-students-in-online-training-courses9401.aspThu, 13 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Colorado-teachers-become-the-students-in-online-training-courses9401.aspWhile educators across the world are now expected to prevent cyberbullying against students, a new report reveals that the teachers themselves can be the victims of online harassment.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Parents-use-Facebook-to-complain-about-teachers9401.aspWed, 12 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Parents-use-Facebook-to-complain-about-teachers9401.aspUniversal Studios Hollywood has announced that all educators in California are eligible for discounted theme park tickets through March 31, 2011.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-promotion-encourages-teachers-to-amuse-themselves9401.aspTue, 11 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-promotion-encourages-teachers-to-amuse-themselves9401.aspA school district in Wisconsin has expanded its efforts to bolster education by hiring a full-time literacy specialist.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Wisconsin-school-district-devotes-extra-resources-for-reading9401.aspTue, 11 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Wisconsin-school-district-devotes-extra-resources-for-reading9401.aspFirst, blackboards became obsolete with the emergence of whiteboards. Now, whiteboards are rapidly being replaced in American schools because of the growing popularity of digital projectors, such as SmartBoards.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Projector-screens-get-high-marks-from-teachers5125.aspMon, 10 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Projector-screens-get-high-marks-from-teachers5125.aspA statistics teacher in Texas has received $30,000 for helping high school students master college-level work.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Texas-teacher-gets-hefty-check-for-leading-AP-class5125.aspFri, 07 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Texas-teacher-gets-hefty-check-for-leading-AP-class5125.aspA reputable group of math educators has published a book for teachers who are concerned about implementing common core standards into their classrooms.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Council-pens-book-to-ease-transition-toward-common-core-standards5125.aspThu, 06 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Council-pens-book-to-ease-transition-toward-common-core-standards5125.aspAn organization that provides training for individuals who are seeking education jobs is planning to open a new campus in Texas.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Top-teaching-school-in-Texas-looks-to-open-new-lab-and-training-academy7310.aspWed, 05 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Top-teaching-school-in-Texas-looks-to-open-new-lab-and-training-academy7310.aspMany teachers are searching for innovative ways to motivate their students to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/LEGO-tournament-designed-to-promote-STEM-education7310.aspWed, 05 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/LEGO-tournament-designed-to-promote-STEM-education7310.aspTeachers who are interested in educating students about fiscal responsibility can engage their students with an activity that involved the National Football League (NFL).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/NFL-themed-game-aims-to-make-learning-more-fun-for-students5171.aspTue, 04 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/NFL-themed-game-aims-to-make-learning-more-fun-for-students5171.aspAbout two in five teachers agree that the price of eBooks will have to drop before they will be integrated into their classrooms, according to a new report.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Many-teachers-buy-eBooks-on-their-own-dime5171.aspTue, 04 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Many-teachers-buy-eBooks-on-their-own-dime5171.aspA strong majority of Americans believe that teaching is the most noble of all the nations occupations.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Survey-Teaching-is-the-most-valuable-job-to-society3033.aspMon, 03 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Survey-Teaching-is-the-most-valuable-job-to-society3033.aspTeachers are perhaps best known for their expertise in math, science, English and various other subjects that are taught in the classroom.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teachers-savvy-when-it-comes-to-finding-a-bargain7356.aspThu, 30 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teachers-savvy-when-it-comes-to-finding-a-bargain7356.aspTeachers around the U.S. are searching for new ways to engage their students and promote positive behavior in the classroom. One possible solution may be incorporating a popular sport among children professional football.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Football-a-viable-teaching-tool-for-educators7356.aspThu, 30 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Football-a-viable-teaching-tool-for-educators7356.aspMajor changes could be coming for public school teachers in Illinois.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Lawmakers-pitch-would-make-it-hard-to-throw-a-strike5218.aspWed, 29 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Lawmakers-pitch-would-make-it-hard-to-throw-a-strike5218.aspTeachers across the U.S. are faced with a tough decision when it comes to leading a biology class. School administrators have the final say on which textbooks are used, even though many religious parents are unhappy that some books dont include the biblical concept of creationism in their pages.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Should-God-be-in-taught-in-the-classroom-5218.aspWed, 29 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Should-God-be-in-taught-in-the-classroom-5218.aspStudents at a Michigan-based elementary school arent finished receiving presents just because Christmas is over.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers-hope-smartphones-help-students-become-smarter3080.aspTue, 28 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers-hope-smartphones-help-students-become-smarter3080.aspThe Detroit Free Press reports that early childhood education is suffering in Michigan because many kids enter kindergarten unprepared.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Teachers-in-Michigan-say-many-students-are-not-ready-for-kindergarten9424.aspMon, 27 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Teachers-in-Michigan-say-many-students-are-not-ready-for-kindergarten9424.aspA new online program provides teachers with the necessary tools to educate their students about financial responsibility.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Educators-send-the-message-Mo-money,-less-problems5265.aspThu, 23 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Educators-send-the-message-Mo-money,-less-problems5265.aspTeachers who want to fill up space in their classroom may consider obtaining an object that can withstand the intense elements of outer space.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teachers-can-make-their-students-smile-with-an-extraordinary-tile3127.aspWed, 22 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teachers-can-make-their-students-smile-with-an-extraordinary-tile3127.aspAn early childhood teacher in Tennessee recognizes that education has dramatically changed since the emergence of the Internet. Thus, she has tailored her curriculum to meet the interests and needs of her students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Tennessee-teacher-appeals-to-YouTube-generation-of-students3127.aspWed, 22 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Tennessee-teacher-appeals-to-YouTube-generation-of-students3127.aspHanna Skandera has been named the next Secretary of Education for the state of New Mexico.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-Mexicos-governor-elect-pegs-Skandera-as-next-Secretary-of-Education3127.aspTue, 21 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/New-Mexicos-governor-elect-pegs-Skandera-as-next-Secretary-of-Education3127.aspA school district in Minnesota is considering adding a magnet school that is specifically geared toward science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Minnesota-school-district-mulls-costs-of-STEM-school9588.aspMon, 20 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Minnesota-school-district-mulls-costs-of-STEM-school9588.aspTeachers and students at several Utah-based schools will soon receive a new batch of classroom toys.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Utah-schools-receive-grants-for-gadgets5312.aspFri, 17 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Utah-schools-receive-grants-for-gadgets5312.aspTeachers at a North Carolina elementary school recently taught classes in a winter wonderland.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/North-Carolina-teachers-let-it-snow5312.aspFri, 17 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/North-Carolina-teachers-let-it-snow5312.aspMore than 200 students at a New Jersey high school walked out of classes last Friday to support their teachers and protest state cuts to education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/High-school-students-in-New-Jersey-stage-protest-to-support-teachers5312.aspFri, 17 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/High-school-students-in-New-Jersey-stage-protest-to-support-teachers5312.aspA school district and a teachers union in Pennsylvania are inching toward their first contract agreement since June 2008.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Union,-district-making-strides-to-settle-two-year-standoff5312.aspFri, 17 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Union,-district-making-strides-to-settle-two-year-standoff5312.aspThe number of teachers who are certified by the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) has increased by more than 90 percent in the past five years. On Wednesday, the NBPTS announced that 8,600 more educators have been certified in 2010.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/More-than-8,000-teachers-make-the-grade,-recognized-by-national-board1036.aspWed, 15 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/More-than-8,000-teachers-make-the-grade,-recognized-by-national-board1036.aspEarly childhood teachers in Arizona are exposing students to the importance of agriculture by allowing then to plant their own crops.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Gardening-project-allows-students-to-flourish1036.aspWed, 15 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Gardening-project-allows-students-to-flourish1036.aspA Chinese language teacher who works with American students has been named the International Educator of the Year.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Exchange-teacher-from-Taiwan-receives-international-honors9635.aspTue, 14 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Exchange-teacher-from-Taiwan-receives-international-honors9635.aspA middle school math teacher in Texas encourages her students to climb the ladder to success, quite literally.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Texas-teachers-unique-tactics-lead-to-higher-test-scores,-national-award9635.aspTue, 14 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Texas-teachers-unique-tactics-lead-to-higher-test-scores,-national-award9635.aspA total of 24 high schools in Oklahoma have been recognized for their efforts to help students prepare for college.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Oklahoma-high-schools-recognized-for-improving-college-prep-lesson-plans9635.aspMon, 13 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Oklahoma-high-schools-recognized-for-improving-college-prep-lesson-plans9635.aspA program in Pennsylvania that allows early childhood teachers to meet their students in advance is celebrating its 13th year.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Pennsylvania-children-get-early-exposure-to-teachers-and-reading-lessons7497.aspFri, 10 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Pennsylvania-children-get-early-exposure-to-teachers-and-reading-lessons7497.aspThree female students at a technical high school in New Jersey are taking the path less traveled by some of their peers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Female-high-school-students-put-brakes-on-gender-trend7497.aspThu, 09 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Female-high-school-students-put-brakes-on-gender-trend7497.aspThe former chairman and CEO of Intel believes that students math and science scores must improve if the U.S. expects to remain an economic powerhouse.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/U.S.-may-lose-superpower-status-if-test-scores-dont-improve7497.aspThu, 09 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/U.S.-may-lose-superpower-status-if-test-scores-dont-improve7497.aspStudents in a Massachusetts high school are carrying on a tradition that has spanned generations providing relevant news to their peers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/High-school-students-in-Bay-State-have-a-nose-for-news9682.aspWed, 08 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/High-school-students-in-Bay-State-have-a-nose-for-news9682.aspTeachers in a Michigan school district are working together to enhance lesson plans for K-12 students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Michigan-teachers-get-by-with-a-little-help-from-their-friends7544.aspTue, 07 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Michigan-teachers-get-by-with-a-little-help-from-their-friends7544.aspNine New Jersey teachers have been awarded grants to supplement their environmental lesson plans.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers-get-the-green-to-help-encourage-students-to-go-green7544.aspTue, 07 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers-get-the-green-to-help-encourage-students-to-go-green7544.aspOnline education will gain popularity at the K-12 level in 2011, according to The Journal magazine.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Web-based-learning-is-the-wave-of-the-future7543.aspMon, 06 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Web-based-learning-is-the-wave-of-the-future7543.aspTeachers at a Massachusetts-based elementary school are being exposed to innovative new methods of instruction.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Massachusetts-company-provides-new-toys-for-teachers7543.aspMon, 06 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Massachusetts-company-provides-new-toys-for-teachers7543.aspMost South Carolina students who are enrolled in single-gender classes believe they are more likely to graduate from high school because of the single-sex structure.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Separation-of-the-sexes-may-boost-graduation-rates,-survey-says7543.aspMon, 06 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Separation-of-the-sexes-may-boost-graduation-rates,-survey-says7543.aspTwo teachers at an Illinois-based elementary school are hoping that a social group will help young girls with peer relationship issues.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers-organize-club-to-educate-girls-about-bullying1130.aspFri, 03 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers-organize-club-to-educate-girls-about-bullying1130.aspThe Detroit school district and the teachers union are set for a legal battle over the role of substitute teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers-union-sued-by-district-because-of-memo-to-substitutes1130.aspThu, 02 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Teachers-union-sued-by-district-because-of-memo-to-substitutes1130.aspA coalition of teachers from across the U.S. has released a report that shows a vital link between teaching conditions and student performance.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Team-of-teachers-says-better-working-conditions-will-improve-student-achievement9729.aspWed, 01 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Team-of-teachers-says-better-working-conditions-will-improve-student-achievement9729.aspThousands of physical education teachers across the U.S. will have the opportunity to listen to a Super Bowl hero.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Super-Bowl-MVP-to-give-speech-at-physical-education-event9729.aspWed, 01 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Super-Bowl-MVP-to-give-speech-at-physical-education-event9729.aspTeachers in the San Francisco Unified School District will soon receive some new classroom toys, thanks to a federal grant.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Federal-funds-to-support-technological-upgrades-in-San-Francisco-schools9729.aspWed, 01 Dec 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Federal-funds-to-support-technological-upgrades-in-San-Francisco-schools9729.aspStudents from a high school in Wisconsin will get a first-hand look at how scientists research the common cold, the most frequent infectious disease in humans.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/High-school-students-to-observe-scientific-research7590.aspTue, 30 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/High-school-students-to-observe-scientific-research7590.aspA longtime teacher of physical education for nearly 40 years has been recognized in a book that highlights the top experts in a variety of industries.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Special-education-teacher-recognized-as-industry-leader5452.aspMon, 29 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Special-education-teacher-recognized-as-industry-leader5452.aspThe documentary Waiting for Superman has stirred national debate about the future of K-12 education in America.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Education-news-provider-launches-interactive-platform-for-teachers9775.aspWed, 24 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Education-news-provider-launches-interactive-platform-for-teachers9775.aspTeachers and administrators in New Jersey soon may be held more accountable for bullying that occurs in their schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Bill-that-requires-anti-bullying-training-for-teachers-approved-by-New-Jersey-lawmakers3361.aspMon, 22 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Bill-that-requires-anti-bullying-training-for-teachers-approved-by-New-Jersey-lawmakers3361.aspA Wisconsin teacher predicts that someday, paper will be entirely replaced by electronic tools in the classroom. She said that many of her students do not like using paper because they have become so accustomed to using computers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers-place-less-emphasis-on-penmanship3361.aspFri, 19 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers-place-less-emphasis-on-penmanship3361.aspEarly childhood teachers in Ohio introduced their students to outer space without having to leave school.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Elementary-students-have-virtual-conversation-with-space-expert7684.aspThu, 18 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Elementary-students-have-virtual-conversation-with-space-expert7684.aspEducation experts are pleasantly surprised with the latest results of a national assessment of high school seniors.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/National-education-assessment-shows-improvement-for-high-school-seniors7684.aspThu, 18 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/National-education-assessment-shows-improvement-for-high-school-seniors7684.aspThe Chicago Tribune reports that 80 percent of public high school juniors in Illinois are not considered ready for college in all four core subjects, which are English, reading, math and science.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Report:-Eight-of-10-high-school-juniors-in-Illinois-not-ready-for-college-in-all-major-subjects7684.aspWed, 17 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Report:-Eight-of-10-high-school-juniors-in-Illinois-not-ready-for-college-in-all-major-subjects7684.aspScience educators from states across the southern U.S. will convene in Tennessee next month to learn about the latest teaching methods and new developments in science.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Science-teachers'-conference-set-to-provide-innovative-education-techniques7684.aspWed, 17 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Science-teachers'-conference-set-to-provide-innovative-education-techniques7684.aspA panel of national education experts have recommended sweeping changes to the teacher-preparation programs in America.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Panel-says-teacher-education-should-resemble-medical-school-training3406.aspTue, 16 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Panel-says-teacher-education-should-resemble-medical-school-training3406.aspTeachers across the U.S. are attempting to narrow the achievement gap between K-12 students of different racial and economic status.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Public-education-schools-in-Pittsburgh-shrink-achievement-gaps3406.aspTue, 16 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Public-education-schools-in-Pittsburgh-shrink-achievement-gaps3406.aspTeachers from across the nation will participate in a fellowship in an effort to bolster science education in thehttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Year-long-program-designed-to-fortify-science-education-in-American-schools3406.aspMon, 15 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Year-long-program-designed-to-fortify-science-education-in-American-schools3406.aspTeachers will be exposed to innovative methods to help them manage a classroom at the iNACOL Virtual School Symposium on November 15.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Computer-based-programs-designed-to-help-teachers-enhance-classroom-experience1121.aspFri, 12 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Computer-based-programs-designed-to-help-teachers-enhance-classroom-experience1121.aspA school district in Wisconsin was sued following an incident three years ago when a seventh-grade girl was bullied by her classmates. The federal lawsuit claims that educators failed to protect her.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Conference-in-Wisconsin-educates-teachers-and-students-with-anti-bullying-tactics5404.aspThu, 11 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Conference-in-Wisconsin-educates-teachers-and-students-with-anti-bullying-tactics5404.aspMembers of the California Retired Teachers Association (CalRTA) have logged nearly 2.6 million hours of volunteer service in the past year, which is valued at more than $54 million.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Retired-teachers-in-California-tally-more-than-2-million-volunteer-hours5404.aspThu, 11 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Retired-teachers-in-California-tally-more-than-2-million-volunteer-hours5404.aspA school in Utah has adopted a new method of advancement in education that is based on academic progress.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/School-in-Utah-implements-new-education-model-to-empower-students-and-increase-achievement5404.aspWed, 10 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/School-in-Utah-implements-new-education-model-to-empower-students-and-increase-achievement5404.aspA school district in Michigan has been selected by a fellowship program in an effort to produce better math and science teachers at K-12 schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Fellowships-will-be-offered-to-aspiring-STEM-teachers-in-Michigan3252.aspWed, 10 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Fellowships-will-be-offered-to-aspiring-STEM-teachers-in-Michigan3252.aspScience teachers in a Connecticut city recently organized an eight-hour event to promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. The gala featured more than 60 projects, programs, prizes and classes for interested students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Connecticut-high-school-plays-host-to-day-long-STEM-gala1087.aspMon, 08 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Connecticut-high-school-plays-host-to-day-long-STEM-gala1087.aspHigh school students in Connecticut recently had an opportunity to assume the role of teachers during a public forum about energy efficiency.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Student-becomes-the-teacher-during-public-forum-about-energy-conservation1087.aspMon, 08 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Student-becomes-the-teacher-during-public-forum-about-energy-conservation1087.aspA teacher in Maine has been recognized for her ability to integrate technology into the classroom.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Early-childhood-teacher-uses-iPod-to-improve-students'-reading-skills1087.aspFri, 05 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Early-childhood-teacher-uses-iPod-to-improve-students'-reading-skills1087.aspThe Scholastic corporation has introduced a new curriculum designed to help early childhood teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/World's-leading-publisher-of-children's-books-creates-research-based-pre-K-curriculum1087.aspThu, 04 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/World's-leading-publisher-of-children's-books-creates-research-based-pre-K-curriculum1087.aspEducation officials in a Pennsylvania school district have organized a pair of meetings that are open to the public to discuss racial relations among its K-12 students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Pennsylvania-community-schedules-public-meetings-following-racial-bullying-at-high-school1087.aspThu, 04 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Pennsylvania-community-schedules-public-meetings-following-racial-bullying-at-high-school1087.aspCombining breakfast with algebra studies is just one of the popular initiatives created by an Indianapolis principal who was recently recognized for her efforts.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Indianapolis-principal-receives-national-honor-for-making-strides-at-Title-I-school1054.aspWed, 03 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Indianapolis-principal-receives-national-honor-for-making-strides-at-Title-I-school1054.aspHigh school teachers throughout the U.S. have a chance to warn their students about the dangers of drinking and driving, while also encouraging them to employ their creative talents to help others.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teenage-students-challenged-to-create-commercial-about-underage-drinking-and-driving1054.aspTue, 02 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teenage-students-challenged-to-create-commercial-about-underage-drinking-and-driving1054.aspElementary school teachers now have the opportunity to engage their students with digital reading material.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Leading-book-retailer-in-U.S.-launches-digital-collection-of-children's-selections1054.aspTue, 02 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Leading-book-retailer-in-U.S.-launches-digital-collection-of-children's-selections1054.aspNorth Carolina teachers have an opportunity to apply for grants that can fund innovative, classroom-based projects.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Project-grants-give-teachers-the-resources-needed-to-stage-innovative-projects9640.aspMon, 01 Nov 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Project-grants-give-teachers-the-resources-needed-to-stage-innovative-projects9640.aspMore than 500 elementary school students received new copies of the dictionary last week in California.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Humanitarian-club-passes-out-500-dictionaries-to-third-grade-students7490.aspFri, 29 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Humanitarian-club-passes-out-500-dictionaries-to-third-grade-students7490.aspIn regards to the quality of math and science education, the World Economic Forum ranks the U.S. 48th out of 133 developed and developing countries.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Global-rankings-show-that-science-instruction-needs-improvement-in-U.S.7490.aspThu, 28 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Global-rankings-show-that-science-instruction-needs-improvement-in-U.S.7490.aspEducators at a Wisconsin-based school are implementing new teaching skills that they read in a book, and it has produced positive results.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/New-teaching-method-helps-reduce-disruptive-behavior-in-class7490.aspThu, 28 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/New-teaching-method-helps-reduce-disruptive-behavior-in-class7490.aspStudents at two Colorado high schools are creating projects that may travel into outer space.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Colorado-teenagers-given-opportunity-to-create-project-for-NASA7490.aspWed, 27 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Colorado-teenagers-given-opportunity-to-create-project-for-NASA7490.aspIn an effort to reduce cases of bullying, the government says it will hold schools responsible if educators do not adequately educate students about anti-harassment policies.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Federal-government,-New-Jersey-lawmakers-say-anti-bullying-efforts-should-start-with-schools9607.aspTue, 26 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Federal-government,-New-Jersey-lawmakers-say-anti-bullying-efforts-should-start-with-schools9607.aspVisitors of Facebook now have the opportunity to nominate an individual who inspires them on a daily basis.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Facebook,-Subway-ask-students-to-nominate-their-high-school-heroes9607.aspMon, 25 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Facebook,-Subway-ask-students-to-nominate-their-high-school-heroes9607.aspThousands of teachers will listen to an iconic figure speak about the importance of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education during a conference in February, according to a recent report.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/First-American-woman-in-space-to-discuss-STEM-education-at-teachers-conference9607.aspMon, 25 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/First-American-woman-in-space-to-discuss-STEM-education-at-teachers-conference9607.aspChildren across America are learning that success in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields can pay dividends.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/National-STEM-competition-gives-students-opportunity-to-win-scholarships9607.aspFri, 22 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/National-STEM-competition-gives-students-opportunity-to-win-scholarships9607.aspA school district in Oregon has adopted a new reading program that officials believe will revolutionize teaching, according to the Associated Press.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Oregon-school-district-introduces-multi-tiered-instruction-method-to-assist-struggling-students9607.aspFri, 22 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Oregon-school-district-introduces-multi-tiered-instruction-method-to-assist-struggling-students9607.aspA total of 50 schools in Tennessee will participate in a field test for new teacher evaluations. The assessments may impact future hiring, firing and incentive-pay scales.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Tennessee-schools-to-adopt-new-teacher-evaluations9847.aspWed, 20 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Tennessee-schools-to-adopt-new-teacher-evaluations9847.aspAs part of Global Hand Washing Day, a member of a community organization in New York made more than 15,000 bookmarks to encourage students to wash their hands more frequently.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Bookmarks-remind-students-about-the-importance-of-hand-washing9847.aspTue, 19 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Bookmarks-remind-students-about-the-importance-of-hand-washing9847.aspA California school district has seen significant improvements in the achievement gap between ethnic students over the last decade, but officials say there's still a lot more that can be done.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/California-school-district-narrows-achievement-gap-between-different-ethnic-groups9847.aspTue, 19 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/California-school-district-narrows-achievement-gap-between-different-ethnic-groups9847.aspApproximately 200,000 teachers across the U.S. will receive educational materials about the importance of responsible agriculture.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers-will-receive-lesson-plans-to-educate-students-about-agriculture9847.aspMon, 18 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Teachers-will-receive-lesson-plans-to-educate-students-about-agriculture9847.aspNew digital tools have led many teachers across the United States to take their lessons beyond the textbook.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Some-teachers-move-beyond-textbook-by-adopting-iPad-lessons9847.aspMon, 18 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Some-teachers-move-beyond-textbook-by-adopting-iPad-lessons9847.aspFour years after their release, Google's education applications are being used at schools across thehttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Google-education-apps-used-by-record-number-of-students5253.aspFri, 15 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Google-education-apps-used-by-record-number-of-students5253.aspClassroom auctions can help educators curb disciplinary problems by focusing on positive reinforcement and reducing student exclusion.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Classroom-auctions-keep-students-motivated-with-positive-reinforcement5253.aspThu, 14 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Classroom-auctions-keep-students-motivated-with-positive-reinforcement5253.aspA troupe of 27 science teachers are touring Pennsylvania with mobile laboratory stations. Their mission is to get students interested in agriculture, which is the state's largest industry.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Mobile-science-labs-expose-students-to-the-importance-of-agriculture5253.aspThu, 14 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Mobile-science-labs-expose-students-to-the-importance-of-agriculture5253.aspTeachers at an elementary school in North Carolina are incorporating nutrition lessons into their curriculum.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Federal-aid-prompts-North-Carolina-school-to-focus-on-nutrition5253.aspWed, 13 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Federal-aid-prompts-North-Carolina-school-to-focus-on-nutrition5253.aspAn innovative 360-degree tool has been created to help educators strengthen their teaching practices.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Camera-provides-360-degree-view-of-classroom5224.aspTue, 12 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Camera-provides-360-degree-view-of-classroom5224.aspEducators in a Maryland county will be schooled on Internet safety over the next two months.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Efforts-made-to-promote-safer-online-practices-for-school-children5224.aspTue, 12 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Efforts-made-to-promote-safer-online-practices-for-school-children5224.aspA leading provider in the telecommunications industry is expanding its services to education institutions across the U.S.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Motorola-broadens-network-to-help-schools-adapt-to-new-education-methods5224.aspMon, 11 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Motorola-broadens-network-to-help-schools-adapt-to-new-education-methods5224.aspHelping a child fine-tune their musical talents may lead to financial gains for students and schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Benefit-concerts-help-raise-money-for-education-programs5224.aspMon, 11 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Benefit-concerts-help-raise-money-for-education-programs5224.aspThousands of dollars in funding has allowed teachers in New Jersey to educate their students on the importance of protecting the environment.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Educators-in-New-Jersey-provide-eco-friendly-lessons3072.aspFri, 08 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Educators-in-New-Jersey-provide-eco-friendly-lessons3072.aspIn an effort to provide a non-traditional classroom setting for children, a school in Florida recently opened an amphitheater for educational purposes.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Educators-hope-outdoor-classroom-experience-will-inspire-students3072.aspThu, 07 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Educators-hope-outdoor-classroom-experience-will-inspire-students3072.aspA reading comprehension and language arts program has proven to be helpful in several California schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/School-district-boasts-high-test-marks-after-implementing-reading-comprehension-program3072.aspWed, 06 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/School-district-boasts-high-test-marks-after-implementing-reading-comprehension-program3072.aspA two-week festival in the nation's capital later this month will highlight a nationwide effort to promote science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Festival-in-DC-to-shine-light-on-STEM-education3072.aspTue, 05 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Festival-in-DC-to-shine-light-on-STEM-education3072.aspThe World Economic Forum ranks the U.S. 48th in the world in math and science education, and this perception has caused many American educators to reevaluate some of their teaching methods.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers,-organizations-shift-efforts-toward-improving-math-education3072.aspTue, 05 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers,-organizations-shift-efforts-toward-improving-math-education3072.aspAs school districts across the United States try to solve budget deficits, federal stimulus money is helping save jobs - at least in the short term.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Stimulus-money-helps-school-district-prevent-teacher-layoffs3918.aspMon, 04 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news//Stimulus-money-helps-school-district-prevent-teacher-layoffs3918.aspHundreds of educators attended a crash course on modern technology this past weekend, in the hopes of acquiring innovative teaching methods to bring into their classrooms.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Technology-conference-lends-digital-lesson-plans-to-teachers3918.aspMon, 04 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Technology-conference-lends-digital-lesson-plans-to-teachers3918.aspNationwide campaign guides teachers in anti-bullying effortshttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Nationwide-campaign-guides-teachers-in-anti-bullying-efforts2003.aspFri, 01 Oct 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Nationwide-campaign-guides-teachers-in-anti-bullying-efforts2003.aspA new initiative by the STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) Collaborative is giving middle school teachers more options in math instruction.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Middle-school-teachers-use-digital-technology-to-teach-math7877.aspThu, 30 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Middle-school-teachers-use-digital-technology-to-teach-math7877.aspAmidst national discussion about whether or not educators should be paid on a merit-based system, teachers are feeling the pressure to improve their students' test scores. Students, however, would like to move away from a test-taking culture.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teaching-to-the-test-takes-fun-out-of-learning,-students-say3072.aspWed, 29 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teaching-to-the-test-takes-fun-out-of-learning,-students-say3072.aspEach year, a significant number of students drop out of high school. Without a diploma, these individuals may have difficulty securing a high-paying career in the competitive job market.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Des-Moines-volunteers-knock-on-doors-to-bring-kids-back-to-school7877.aspTue, 28 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Des-Moines-volunteers-knock-on-doors-to-bring-kids-back-to-school7877.aspAppearing on NBC's Today Show on Tuesday morning, President Barack Obama suggested that "radical change" might be necessary for the United States to become the world's leading education provider, according to the Los Angeles Times.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Obama-Longer-school-year-will-help-America-catch-up7877.aspTue, 28 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Obama-Longer-school-year-will-help-America-catch-up7877.aspIn an effort to promote science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, NASA has established Teaching from Space, a program that allows students to communicate with astronauts in outer space.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Space-station-conversations-fuel-students-interest-in-STEM7012.aspMon, 27 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Space-station-conversations-fuel-students-interest-in-STEM7012.aspThe ACT, a standardized exam that is used to judge a high school student's readiness for college, is accepted by universities throughout the U.S. as part of the admissions process.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Charter-schools-improve-academic-achievement-and-ACT-scores-in-Illinois7862.aspFri, 24 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Charter-schools-improve-academic-achievement-and-ACT-scores-in-Illinois7862.aspHefty donations are being made to create an elevated standard of public education in the United States.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Initiative-to-strengthen-public-education-starts-in-Newark,-N.J.7862.aspFri, 24 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Initiative-to-strengthen-public-education-starts-in-Newark,-N.J.7862.aspA Florida father recently made national headlines for boarding a school bus and threatening children who were bullying his daughter. Although James Jones was arrested and later apologized for his behavior, the incident steered considerable attention toward bullying.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Recent-incident-in-Florida-shines-light-on-bullying7862.aspFri, 24 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Recent-incident-in-Florida-shines-light-on-bullying7862.aspA total of 100 U.S. communities have been honored by national nonprofit organizations for their efforts to keep high school kids on track to graduate.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Americas-Promise-Alliance-announces-list-of-100-Best-Communities-for-students5896.aspThu, 23 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Americas-Promise-Alliance-announces-list-of-100-Best-Communities-for-students5896.aspVirtual education is becoming a popular option for many families in the U.S.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Education-officials-discuss-new-ideas-and-initiatives-to-improve-Pennsylvania-cyber-schools2812.aspWed, 22 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Education-officials-discuss-new-ideas-and-initiatives-to-improve-Pennsylvania-cyber-schools2812.aspEfforts are being made across the nation to expose students to the benefits of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Contests-intended-to-spur-students-interest-in-STEM-education2812.aspWed, 22 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Contests-intended-to-spur-students-interest-in-STEM-education2812.aspParents and teachers should devote more time to teaching children how to take care of their teeth, says the president of Oral Health America.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Nonprofit-group-suggests-that-parents-and-schools-should-educate-kids-about-dental-care2812.aspTue, 21 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Nonprofit-group-suggests-that-parents-and-schools-should-educate-kids-about-dental-care2812.aspMany community centers and K-12 schools throughout the U.S. are in need of renovation and revitalization. To address this concern, the Pepsi Beverages Company is partnering with a number of local initiatives across the country this fall to help fix up these important institutions.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Pepsi-offers-grants-to-revitalize-schools,-homes-and-community-centers-throughout-the-country2812.aspTue, 21 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Pepsi-offers-grants-to-revitalize-schools,-homes-and-community-centers-throughout-the-country2812.aspOctober is National Bullying Prevention Month, and many states across the country are establishing programs to raise awareness about this harmful social behavior among K-12 school children.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Administrators-seek-to-reduce-bullying-in-K-12-schools6742.aspMon, 20 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Administrators-seek-to-reduce-bullying-in-K-12-schools6742.aspEducation officials believe that learning the creative arts - such as drawing, dance and music - can help increase K-12 students' understanding of the world and its diverse cultures.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Nonprofit-organizations-awarded-funds-to-further-K-12-art-education6742.aspFri, 17 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Nonprofit-organizations-awarded-funds-to-further-K-12-art-education6742.aspEducation officials say that public charter high schools are among the best in the nation, due to their students' high level of academic achievement.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/U.S.-Department-of-Education-gives-Blue-Ribbon-Award-to-charter-schools6742.aspFri, 17 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/U.S.-Department-of-Education-gives-Blue-Ribbon-Award-to-charter-schools6742.aspEducation experts believe that high school dropout prevention efforts are most successful when everyone in the community contributes.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Community-members-urged-to-volunteer-at-educational-organizations6742.aspFri, 17 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Community-members-urged-to-volunteer-at-educational-organizations6742.aspPennsylvania has made significant improvements in K-12 student performance on both state and national assessments.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Governor-Rendell-praises-Pennsylvania-students-for-academic-achievement6742.aspFri, 17 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Governor-Rendell-praises-Pennsylvania-students-for-academic-achievement6742.aspAlthough many people generally associate high rates of student dropout, closings and poverty with urban schools, the same problems are faced by institutions in more rural areas.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teaching-Tolerance-magazine-reveals-the-challenges-that-face-rural-high-schools6742.aspWed, 15 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teaching-Tolerance-magazine-reveals-the-challenges-that-face-rural-high-schools6742.asphttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Foundation-promotes-math-and-science-in-kindergarten-classrooms6742.aspWed, 15 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Foundation-promotes-math-and-science-in-kindergarten-classrooms6742.aspWriting and math are two important skills that can be improved in many children who attend K-12 schools. Calvert Education Services has developed an online program that seeks to address these areas of study, and to help raise students' confidence and achievement.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Calvert-develops-introduces-a-writing-workshop-to-its-online-programs9578.aspTue, 14 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Calvert-develops-introduces-a-writing-workshop-to-its-online-programs9578.aspStates across the nation have been promoting academic excellence in math and science, in an effort to win one of the high school education grants offered by NASA.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/States-apply-for-funds-to-improve-high-school-math-and-science-education9578.aspTue, 14 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/States-apply-for-funds-to-improve-high-school-math-and-science-education9578.aspAccording to Jobs for the Future (JFF), an organization that promotes strategies to help states and communities participate in the global economy, the U.S. must increase efforts to prevent high school students from dropping out.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Report-U.S.makes-progress-in-preventing-school-dropout-but-more-efforts-must-be-made9578.aspTue, 14 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Report-U.S.makes-progress-in-preventing-school-dropout-but-more-efforts-must-be-made9578.aspAccording to an Edison Learning survey, approximately 68 percent of respondents are optimistic about current efforts to improve student achievement.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Educators-reveal-what-improvements-and-challenges-face-K-12-schools-in-the-future9578.aspMon, 13 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Educators-reveal-what-improvements-and-challenges-face-K-12-schools-in-the-future9578.aspParents, teachers and administrators will be gathering at Montgomery County Community College in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania this month to discuss potential improvements in education for elementary, middle and high schools throughout the state.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Pennsylvania-education-summit-seeks-to-address-achievement-gap9578.aspMon, 13 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Pennsylvania-education-summit-seeks-to-address-achievement-gap9578.aspHigh school students who are interested in software programming and cyber defense can still register for the nationwide competition sponsored by the Air Force Association.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/CyberPatriot-gives-high-schoolers-an-inside-look-at-cyber-security6420.aspFri, 10 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/CyberPatriot-gives-high-schoolers-an-inside-look-at-cyber-security6420.aspAccording to a recent report issued by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), Vermont ranks first in the nation in student performance while South Carolina is last.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Vermont-ranks-first-and-South-Carolina-last-in-K-12-student-performance6420.aspFri, 10 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Vermont-ranks-first-and-South-Carolina-last-in-K-12-student-performance6420.aspAccording to a study conducted by College Board, the average tuition at a private four-year university was $26,273 last year, while the cost of attending a public four-year institution increased by 6.5 percent.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Most-Valuable-Student-contest-helps-high-schoolers-attend-college6420.aspFri, 10 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Most-Valuable-Student-contest-helps-high-schoolers-attend-college6420.aspAccording to Mark Shriver, senior vice president of Save the Children - a nonprofit dedicated to early learning - approximately 90 percent of brain development happens before six years of age. However, the bulk of public education in the U.S. doesn't begin until kids enter kindergarten.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Save-the-Children-receives-grant-to-improve-early-education2168.aspThu, 09 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/Save-the-Children-receives-grant-to-improve-early-education2168.aspIn the past, NASA has launched many efforts to encourage the pursuit of education and careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to high school students. Last Saturday, the space agency collaborated with award-winning musician Pharrell Williams to provide an event for kids who are interested in these fields of study.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Students-attend-math-and-science-event-launched-by-NASA2168.aspThu, 09 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Students-attend-math-and-science-event-launched-by-NASA2168.aspMany students in kindergarten through middle school do not have the reading instruction that they need in developing countries. According to the Early Grade Reading Assessment conducted by the Research Triangle Institute (RTI) International, up to 90 percent of children are unable to read a single word even after two or three years of schooling.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Policymakers-and-educators-gather-at-the-2010-International-Literacy-Day3078.aspWed, 08 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Policymakers-and-educators-gather-at-the-2010-International-Literacy-Day3078.aspThe Common Core State Standards (CCSS) were developed by teachers, administrators and experts to provide basic criteria about what students are expected to learn in school. These guidelines help define the knowledge and basic skills that a K-12 education should provide, and help keep students on track to graduate and achieve success in college and the workforce.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Children's-Progress-designs-new-version-of-learning-assessment-program3078.aspWed, 08 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Children's-Progress-designs-new-version-of-learning-assessment-program3078.aspAshworth College and Ashworth High School - two online education programs headquartered in Norcross, Georgia - announced last week that they have appointed a new vice president of education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Online-education-expert-named-vice-president-of-Ashworth3078.aspWed, 08 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Online-education-expert-named-vice-president-of-Ashworth3078.aspThis year, more parents are helping their kids stay out of student loan debt by increasing the money they save for college.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Saving-money-for-education-is-becoming-a-priority-for-many-parents8630.aspTue, 07 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Saving-money-for-education-is-becoming-a-priority-for-many-parents8630.aspTechnology has become a useful educational tool for young children in preschool and kindergarten. Last week, HarperCollins Children's Books launched a new resource for the iPhone and iPod Touch that may help reinforce kids' math and language skills.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Educational-resources-for-children-now-available-on-iPhone-and-iPod-Touch8630.aspTue, 07 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Educational-resources-for-children-now-available-on-iPhone-and-iPod-Touch8630.aspTeachers who have students in kindergarten through high school are eligible to apply for the annual mathematics, science and technology grants launched by the Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) company.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Math,-science-and-technology-grants-available-to-K-12-teachers-in-New-Jersey1289.aspFri, 03 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Math,-science-and-technology-grants-available-to-K-12-teachers-in-New-Jersey1289.aspAlthough many of their peers will be carrying backpacks and sitting in classrooms, students at the Nevada Virtual Academy (NVVA) will begin their school year in the comfort of their own homes.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Online-academy-opens-its-virtual-doors-to-Nevada-kids9891.aspThu, 02 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Online-academy-opens-its-virtual-doors-to-Nevada-kids9891.aspDozens of K-12 schools in Pennsylvania will be experiencing an aggressive educational reform, as $101 million in funding will be provided by the state to boost academic achievement.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Pennsylvania-schools-focus-on-educational-reform9891.aspWed, 01 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Pennsylvania-schools-focus-on-educational-reform9891.aspThis week, students in kindergarten through high school are powering up their computers for the new school year at the California Virtual Academies (CAVA).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Virtual-California-school-begins-new-year-of-online-education9891.aspWed, 01 Sep 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Virtual-California-school-begins-new-year-of-online-education9891.aspAn estimated 28,000 minority students drop out of high school in Georgia each year. This alarming number has prompted the State Board of Education to develop a set of Common Core State Standards, which is intended to address the achievement gap and keep kids on track to graduate.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Georgia-officials-address-rising-high-school-dropout-rate9891.aspTue, 31 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Georgia-officials-address-rising-high-school-dropout-rate9891.aspThis fall, high school students will be able to participate in a science and engineering initiative that has been launched by NASA and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/NASA-and-MIT-hold-science-and-engineering-competition-for-high-school-students9891.aspTue, 31 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/NASA-and-MIT-hold-science-and-engineering-competition-for-high-school-students9891.aspMany children who are too young to remember or understand the impact of September 11 will have access to educational resources, which will become available this year.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/September-11-resources-created-for-young-students9891.aspMon, 30 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/September-11-resources-created-for-young-students9891.aspThe Race to the Top program - which was created last year by President Obama and U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan - has awarded grants to 10 states and the District of Columbia.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Phase-two-winners-of-Race-to-the-Top-funding-announced9891.aspMon, 30 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Phase-two-winners-of-Race-to-the-Top-funding-announced9891.aspCalifornia high school students will have an exciting new opportunity to attend a "hybrid" school that is opening in San Francisco this fall.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Flex-Academy-offers-an-innovative-education-for-high-school-students4658.aspFri, 27 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Flex-Academy-offers-an-innovative-education-for-high-school-students4658.aspThis year, many K-12 schools are facing tighter budgets and reduced funding. For some communities, this means cutting extracurricular music, sports and art programs that could provide children with a well-rounded education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Contest-seeks-to-prevent-cash-strapped-schools-from-eliminating-extracurriculars4658.aspFri, 27 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Contest-seeks-to-prevent-cash-strapped-schools-from-eliminating-extracurriculars4658.aspCash-strapped teachers and families are finding it more difficult than ever to provide back-to-school essentials for their students. According to a survey conducted by the National School Supply and Equipment Association, almost one-third of U.S. teachers are spending less on school supplies this year than they did in previous years.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/World-Vision-U.S.-helps-relieve-back-to-school-shopping-stress8416.aspThu, 26 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/World-Vision-U.S.-helps-relieve-back-to-school-shopping-stress8416.aspThe National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) recently reported that an alarming 27 percent of U.S. students currently attend public schools that have gangs and drugs.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Report-Drugs-and-gangs-exist-in-many-K-12-schools8416.aspThu, 26 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Report-Drugs-and-gangs-exist-in-many-K-12-schools8416.aspAlmost everyone relies upon cell phones and the internet today, but few are aware of the underlying dangers that may face school-aged children.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teacher-warns-K-12-parents-about-the-dangers-of-technology8416.aspWed, 25 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teacher-warns-K-12-parents-about-the-dangers-of-technology8416.aspTeachers, parents and administrators may find the newly launched Verizon Thinkfinity website to be a useful back-to-school resource. It offers educational tools for kids of all ages that can help make learning fun, and provides a variety of lesson materials and networking options for adults.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Verizon-prepares-teachers-and-students-for-the-new-school-year8416.aspWed, 25 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Verizon-prepares-teachers-and-students-for-the-new-school-year8416.aspA total of 11 finalists have been selected for Bounty's Make a Clean Difference contest, a nationwide competition for an art classroom makeover in one lucky elementary or middle school.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Finalists-chosen-for-Bountys-Make-a-Clean-Difference-contest6240.aspTue, 24 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Finalists-chosen-for-Bountys-Make-a-Clean-Difference-contest6240.aspRecently, Pennsylvania Treasurer Rob McCord revealed the results of a survey he commissioned to better understand the college saving habits of the state's residents.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Lawmakers-more-Pennsylvania-parents-need-to-save-for-their-childrens-education6240.aspTue, 24 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Lawmakers-more-Pennsylvania-parents-need-to-save-for-their-childrens-education6240.aspTeachers with young pupils should take every precaution to keep them from getting hurt. Safe Kids USA predicts that out of the 14 million unintentional injuries that happen to children each year, an estimated 25 percent take place in or around the classroom. By childproofing learning and play areas in school, educators can prevent many of these occurrences.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/WCSC-advises-teachers-on-child-safety-in-the-classroom6240.aspMon, 23 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Early-Childhood-Education-News/WCSC-advises-teachers-on-child-safety-in-the-classroom6240.aspThe Michigan Virtual Charter Academy (MVCA) - the first institution in the state to offer an online education to K-12 students - became an officially approved public school last week. It received a school identification code from the state's Department of Education and will enroll an estimated 400 students this fall.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Virtual-K-12-academy-opens-this-fall-to-Michigan-students6240.aspMon, 23 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Virtual-K-12-academy-opens-this-fall-to-Michigan-students6240.aspThis week, the Verizon Foundation announced a partnership with Boston Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the city's public school teachers to increase the awareness of online safety.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Verizon-and-Boston-mayor-partner-to-promote-internet-safety-awareness2786.aspFri, 20 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Verizon-and-Boston-mayor-partner-to-promote-internet-safety-awareness2786.aspThe Pasta For Pennies program, which was launched by Olive Garden, has gathered more than $6.1 million in pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters from K-12 students through the U.S.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/K-12-schools-join-Olive-Garden-in-raising-money-for-blood-cancer-research2786.aspFri, 20 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/K-12-schools-join-Olive-Garden-in-raising-money-for-blood-cancer-research2786.aspSunni Brown, author of Gamestorming: A Playbook for Rule-Breakers, doodling in school may actually improve a K-12 student's education by helping them remember lessons better. Brown advises teachers that doodling on a piece of homework may not just be an absent-minded distraction, but a pneumonic device.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Doodling-may-be-a-useful-learning-tool-for-K-12-students2786.aspFri, 20 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Doodling-may-be-a-useful-learning-tool-for-K-12-students2786.aspIBM and Wyse Technology announced this week that they will collaborate to deliver the Smart Business Desktop Cloud solution to promote universal access to technology for K-12 students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/IBM-software-hopes-to-address-K-12-achievement-gap2786.aspThu, 19 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/IBM-software-hopes-to-address-K-12-achievement-gap2786.aspChef Ann Cooper has partnered with Whole Foods Market for the second consecutive year to launch the Salad Bar Project, an initiative that hopes to improve lunches at elementary, middle and high schools throughout the U.S.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Supermarket-launches-Salad-Bar-Project-to-improve-K-12-school-nutrition2786.aspThu, 19 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Supermarket-launches-Salad-Bar-Project-to-improve-K-12-school-nutrition2786.aspState Secretary of Banking Steve Kaplan applauded two Pennsylvania high school students this week for winning college scholarships, which are funded by the Charles Schwab Foundation. They received these awards for their achivements in the National Financial Capability Challenge, an online competition that is sponsored each year by the U.S. Departments of Education and Treasury.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Pennsylvania-high-school-students-rewarded-for-financial-smarts2786.aspThu, 19 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Pennsylvania-high-school-students-rewarded-for-financial-smarts2786.aspThe Valley of the Sun YMCA recently announced that it will partner with K12 Inc. to launch 15 iLearn Centers for students in the state of Arizona.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/iLearn-Centers-open-doors-in-Arizona-for-K-12-students6430.aspWed, 18 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/iLearn-Centers-open-doors-in-Arizona-for-K-12-students6430.aspThe Alain Locke Charter Academy in Chicago has demonstrated improved scores on the Illinois Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) for the eighth year in a row.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teachers-and-principals-praised-for-school's-upward-trend-in-ISAT-achievement6430.aspWed, 18 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teachers-and-principals-praised-for-school's-upward-trend-in-ISAT-achievement6430.aspTeachers who have had to pay for classroom supplies out of their own pockets should be rewarded with gift cards, says iCARD Systems.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/iCARD-offers-gift-cards-to-show-teacher-appreciation6430.aspWed, 18 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/iCARD-offers-gift-cards-to-show-teacher-appreciation6430.aspTouchstone Energy and the North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation (NCEMC) recently collaborated to launch the Bright Ideas program, which will offer more than $590,000 in grants to teachers this year.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/North-Carolina-grant-program-encourages-K-12-teachers-to-apply-for-funding6430.aspTue, 17 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/North-Carolina-grant-program-encourages-K-12-teachers-to-apply-for-funding6430.aspParents.com - an online magazine that gives advice on parenthood - has provided tips for dealing with separation anxiety and helping younger students achieve success in school.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Parenting-magazine-gives-advice-on-sending-K-12-children-to-school6430.aspTue, 17 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Parenting-magazine-gives-advice-on-sending-K-12-children-to-school6430.aspThe Parent Advocacy Coalition for Educational Rights (PACER) Center has declared October National Bullying Prevention Month.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/PACER-encourages-K-12-districts-to-raise-bullying-awareness-in-October6430.aspTue, 17 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/PACER-encourages-K-12-districts-to-raise-bullying-awareness-in-October6430.aspThe Financial Service Centers of America (FiSCA) recently announced that they have awarded education grants to 31 college-bound high school seniors to use toward their college expenses.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/FiSCA-awards-help-support-college-bound-high-school-seniors2154.aspMon, 16 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/FiSCA-awards-help-support-college-bound-high-school-seniors2154.aspThe Davidson Fellows Scholarship program recently announced 20 high school students who won educational grants from the Davidson Institute for Talent Development.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Davidson-Fellow-Scholarships-awarded-to-20-gifted-high-school-students2154.aspMon, 16 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Davidson-Fellow-Scholarships-awarded-to-20-gifted-high-school-students2154.aspHorizons National was recently named the winner of the 2010 Excellence in Summer Learning Award by the National Summer Learning Association (NSLA) for its superior education program.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Horizons-National-wins-award-for-outstanding-summer-education2154.aspMon, 16 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Horizons-National-wins-award-for-outstanding-summer-education2154.aspPepco Energy Services signed its fourth comprehensive energy savings performance contract with the Prince George’s County Public Schools in Maryland last week.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Pepco-signs-multimillion-dollar-contract-for-energy-efficient-education1656.aspFri, 13 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Pepco-signs-multimillion-dollar-contract-for-energy-efficient-education1656.aspAnthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield has provided tips to help parents of K-12 students ensure that their children receive the necessary vaccinations for a healthy school year.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/K-12-kids-must-receive-proper-vaccinations-before-school-year1656.aspFri, 13 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/K-12-kids-must-receive-proper-vaccinations-before-school-year1656.aspThe Kansas Department of Education recently approved a statewide online curriculum that will serve K-12 students beginning this fall.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Kansas-educators-approve-K-12-online-learning-program1656.aspFri, 13 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Kansas-educators-approve-K-12-online-learning-program1656.aspThe GREENGUARD Environmental Institute announced this week that it has created an animated online tour of a school building to educate officials and teachers on indoor air pollution.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/GREENGUARD-unveils-program-to-show-impact-of-air-quality-on-teacher-and-student-health1656.aspFri, 13 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/GREENGUARD-unveils-program-to-show-impact-of-air-quality-on-teacher-and-student-health1656.aspThe Achievement Network (ANet) has been announced as one of the highest-ranked applicants for the Investing in Innovation (i3) educational grants, which are sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/ANet-is-named-one-of-30-winners-for-i3-educational-grants1656.aspFri, 13 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/ANet-is-named-one-of-30-winners-for-i3-educational-grants1656.aspYouthBuild USA, a community development program that serves young people from low-income areas, recently received a $2.6 million donation from the Walmart Foundation. These funds will support both education and job training for underprivileged students, and will give them the opportunity to earn a high school diploma or GED.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Youthbuild-USA-grant-to-help-low-income-students-earn-high-school-diploma4339.aspWed, 11 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Youthbuild-USA-grant-to-help-low-income-students-earn-high-school-diploma4339.aspThe Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia is collaborating with Busch Gardens to provide a NASA Exploration Day for K-12 students, families and teachers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/NASA-Exploration-Day-promotes-space-science-to-K-12-students-and-teachers2201.aspTue, 10 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/NASA-Exploration-Day-promotes-space-science-to-K-12-students-and-teachers2201.aspCORE K12, which specializes in digital learning programs, recently announced the release of Seedplay, a team-based online network for K-12 students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Seedplay-promotes-project-planning-and-teamwork-in-K-12-students2201.aspTue, 10 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Seedplay-promotes-project-planning-and-teamwork-in-K-12-students2201.aspThe Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School announced this week that it has met the state’s Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) standards. To accomplish this, it successfully achieved high academic performance on the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA), and demonstrated a sufficient graduation rate according to the state’s guidelines.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Pennsylvania-charter-school-meets-AYP-standards-for-strong-educational-system6343.aspMon, 09 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Pennsylvania-charter-school-meets-AYP-standards-for-strong-educational-system6343.aspEarlier this week, Secretary of Education Arne Duncan announced the formation of the Equity and Excellence Commission, formed by Congressmen Chaka Fattah and Mike Honda. The commission will ensure educational equity between students from wealthier schools and those from institutions with fewer resources.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Secretary-of-Education-announces-new-equity-commission8664.aspFri, 06 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Secretary-of-Education-announces-new-equity-commission8664.aspA 12-year-old philanthropist, who is currently walking over 2,000 miles to raise money for homeless children, is a proponent of learning online, the New York Times reports.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Young-philanthropist-turns-to-online-education-to-make-time-for-charity-work4387.aspThu, 05 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Young-philanthropist-turns-to-online-education-to-make-time-for-charity-work4387.aspThe finalists for the Race to the Top school funding grants have been announced, and experts reveal that it was their commitment to charter school education that got them there.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Many-Race-to-the-Top-finalists-support-charter-school-education4387.aspThu, 05 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Many-Race-to-the-Top-finalists-support-charter-school-education4387.aspAnheuser-Busch announced this week that it will donate $28,000 in school funding for the goal that was scored during the championship match of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Anheuser-Busch-increases-donation-for-Hispanic-high-schoolers2248.aspWed, 04 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Anheuser-Busch-increases-donation-for-Hispanic-high-schoolers2248.aspCalvert Education Services (CES) and Texas Tech University Independent School District (TTUISD) announced this week that they will collaborate to provide a digital curriculum to K-12 students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Calvert-Education-Services-partners-with-Texas-Tech-to-offer-K-12-digital-curriculum1106.aspTue, 03 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Calvert-Education-Services-partners-with-Texas-Tech-to-offer-K-12-digital-curriculum1106.aspA national education program funded by the U.S. Department of Energy recently held an X PRIZE competition in the hopes of promoting student interest in science.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/U.S.-Department-of-Energy-promotes-science-education-with-X-PRIZE-competition1106.aspTue, 03 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/U.S.-Department-of-Energy-promotes-science-education-with-X-PRIZE-competition1106.aspHigh school teachers in Fort Wayne, Indiana participated in the Industry to Educators Externship program last week, learning skills to boost their math curriculum in the fall, FortWayne.com reports.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Fort-Wayne-teachers-learn-math-and-engineering-skills-at-Raytheon-summer-program1106.aspMon, 02 Aug 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Fort-Wayne-teachers-learn-math-and-engineering-skills-at-Raytheon-summer-program1106.aspHigh school teachers are encouraging students to blog in order to practice their writing skills. Because of Twitter and Facebook, which educators consider “constricted writing environments,” they feel that young people are losing their grasp on proper grammar and sentence structure.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/High-school-teachers-promote-student-blogs-to-improve-writing8709.aspFri, 30 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/High-school-teachers-promote-student-blogs-to-improve-writing8709.aspHigh school teacher Kevin Suess of Bloomington, Illnois, recently won a trip to tour the Arctic Circle with National Geographic experts. The expedition was funded thanks to the help of a grant awarded for excellence in geographic education, CBS2 reports.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/High-school-teacher-wins-trip-to-Arctic-Circle3306.aspThu, 29 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/High-school-teacher-wins-trip-to-Arctic-Circle3306.aspThe gifted and talented program at the Upper Freehold Regional School District has been given funds totaling $86,000, the salary that was given to former teacher Stanley Kugel, who retired earlier this year. These funds will enable the program to acquire educational resources such as art supplies and technology.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Retired-teachers-salary-provides-funding-for-K-12-gifted-student-education1167.aspWed, 28 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Retired-teachers-salary-provides-funding-for-K-12-gifted-student-education1167.aspLast Wednesday, students at Conyers Middle School in Georgia received a phone call from NASA astronauts on board the International Space Station. The call is part of a series sponsored by NASA’s Teaching From Space program in an effort to promote math and science to K-12 students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/K-12-students-receive-phone-call-from-space9766.aspTue, 27 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/K-12-students-receive-phone-call-from-space9766.aspAshworth College and the Carville Job Corps Center in Georgia have joined forces to provide a diploma program and vocational training in the hopes of keeping students in high school and on track to graduate.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/College-and-job-center-join-forces-to-promote-high-school-education7628.aspMon, 26 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/College-and-job-center-join-forces-to-promote-high-school-education7628.aspThe Motorola Foundation has granted $47,700 to the Institute For Child and Family Health (ICFH) as part of an Innovation Generation grant. The program seeks to boost the education of college-bound K-12 students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/ICFH-receives-grant-to-promote-math-and-science-education-for-K-12-students7628.aspMon, 26 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/ICFH-receives-grant-to-promote-math-and-science-education-for-K-12-students7628.aspCongressman Mike Castle met with law enforcement officials last Friday to discuss the potential of reducing crime by promoting early education through the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Officials-hope-to-reduce-future-crime-by-promoting-early-education5490.aspFri, 23 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Officials-hope-to-reduce-future-crime-by-promoting-early-education5490.aspA California middle school teacher is taking to the road, biking across the country in an effort to raise awareness of national cuts to school funding.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/3,000-mile-bike-ride-raises-support-for-teachers-and-public-education5490.aspFri, 23 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/3,000-mile-bike-ride-raises-support-for-teachers-and-public-education5490.aspA study conducted by researchers at Northeastern University reveals that one-on-one instruction with a teacher is the most effective way to promote reading comprehension in K-12 students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Daily-teacher-reinforcement-promotes-K-12-reading-comprehension1214.aspThu, 22 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Daily-teacher-reinforcement-promotes-K-12-reading-comprehension1214.aspSandburg Elementary School is the 2010 recipient of the $10,000 Tierney Brothers Classroom of the Future grant, the Wisconsin State Journal reports. Through the program, the school will receive technologically-advanced equipment that will help facilitate learning for ESL students.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/School-wins-$10,000-grant-and-high-tech-learning-tools1214.aspThu, 22 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/School-wins-$10,000-grant-and-high-tech-learning-tools1214.aspU.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan praised a Washington state-based high school last Monday, calling it “extraordinary,” innovative and effective, reports the Highline Times. The only college-prep, aviation-themed institution in the Northwest, AHS promotes a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education for its 400 students, and frames subjects in the context of aviation and aerospace.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Secretary-of-Education-praises-Des-Moines-high-school1214.aspThu, 22 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Secretary-of-Education-praises-Des-Moines-high-school1214.aspLast week, the University of Washington School of Nursing hosted a week-long day camp for high school students who are interested in a nursing education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Day-camp-promotes-education-in-nursing9814.aspWed, 21 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Day-camp-promotes-education-in-nursing9814.aspAlertNow and Blackboard Connect, two K-12 mass notification services provided by Blackboard Inc., have recently seen many improvements.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Blackboard-Inc.-announces-improved-notification-services9814.aspWed, 21 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-News/Blackboard-Inc.-announces-improved-notification-services9814.aspConflict has shaken some of the parents and teachers of the oldest charter school in Cape Cod, reports the Cape Cod Times. Despite receiving excellent evaluations, sixth grade science teacher Brian Bates did not receive a renewed contract in late June.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teachers-treatment-causes-conflict-at-Cape-Cod-school7675.aspTue, 20 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teachers-treatment-causes-conflict-at-Cape-Cod-school7675.aspFollowing the passage of budget cuts that led to the closing of two online high schools, a Georgia-based organization is calling for increased funding for web-based education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Organization-calls-for-more-state-funding-for-online-K-12-schools7675.aspMon, 19 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/School-News/Organization-calls-for-more-state-funding-for-online-K-12-schools7675.aspFor many professionals, the prospect of taking two years off work to earn a masters degree is not financially feasible. As a result, many industries - such as education - allow workers who have the intention of earning an advanced degree to hold jobs while they complete their coursework.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Teaching-degree-candidates-can-begin-education-jobs-before-graduation7675.aspFri, 16 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Teaching-degree-candidates-can-begin-education-jobs-before-graduation7675.aspArtists who wish to share their passion may want to consider becoming teachers, as some schools are launching masters degree programs that can help these professionals transition into a new career in education.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teaching-degree-holders-may-land-art-education-jobs7675.aspThu, 15 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teaching-degree-holders-may-land-art-education-jobs7675.aspIn an effort to keep virtual K-12 learners on the right path, many schools and educational organizations are rewarding these students for good performance.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers-can-give-their-students-life-changing-experiences7675.aspWed, 14 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers-can-give-their-students-life-changing-experiences7675.aspOver the past year, the Obama administration has stressed the importance of piquing K-12 students’ interest in science-, technology-, engineering- and math-related (STEM) fields. As a result, job opportunities for teachers who are versed in these subjects are expected to increase.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Workshop-aims-to-help-teachers-integrate-emerging-science-into-lesson-plans7675.aspTue, 13 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Workshop-aims-to-help-teachers-integrate-emerging-science-into-lesson-plans7675.aspEducators who are worried about their job security may want to consider learning how to teach in a web-based environment, as the online education trend is rapidly expanding into elementary and secondary schools.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teachers-may-find-job-opportunities-with-online-schools7675.aspTue, 13 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Teachers-may-find-job-opportunities-with-online-schools7675.aspOvercrowded classrooms and unruly children may be enough to turn many individuals away from the rewarding education profession. However, current and prospective teachers may find solace in the fact that researchers are currently working to offer them some help.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Researchers-study-robot-helpers-for-teachers7675.aspTue, 13 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Researchers-study-robot-helpers-for-teachers7675.aspThe National Federation of the Blind recently announced the winners of its annual Dr Jacob Bolotin Awards, which allocated cash prizes to six supporters of the blind community.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teacher-gains-recognition-for-work-with-blind-students7675.aspFri, 09 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Teacher-gains-recognition-for-work-with-blind-students7675.aspFor many educators, creating a lessons that are both engaging and informative can be a daunting task. In an effort to recognize teachers who can accomplish this feat, History recently held a lesson plan creation contest for middle and high school educators.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/History-teachers-win-cash-prizes-for-lesson-plans7675.aspFri, 09 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/History-teachers-win-cash-prizes-for-lesson-plans7675.aspPrompted by the fact that K-12 students are lagging behind their peers in other countries in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, many government agencies and private companies are launching initiatives to improve education in these subjects.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Boeing-sends-teachers-to-space-camp7675.aspFri, 09 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Teacher-Spotlight/Boeing-sends-teachers-to-space-camp7675.aspDue to the difficult job market, many educators are realizing that they will need to update their educational qualifications in order to compete for the most desirable positions.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Current-and-prospective-teachers-can-earn-masters-degrees7675.aspWed, 07 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Current-and-prospective-teachers-can-earn-masters-degrees7675.aspFor many teachers, getting students engaged after the summer months can be a challenging task. In fact, new research suggests that certain subject areas may be less accessible to students after a long vacation.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Education-professionals-offer-tips-to-help-students-maintain-their-math-skills7675.aspTue, 06 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Other-Education-News/Education-professionals-offer-tips-to-help-students-maintain-their-math-skills7675.aspFor many educators, getting parents involved in the child's progress can prove to be quite challenging. As a result, teachers and administrators in the Dallas/Fort Worth area are collaborating to engage mothers and fathers.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers,-education-advocates-partner-to-engage-parents7675.aspTue, 06 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Teachers,-education-advocates-partner-to-engage-parents7675.aspWhile many adults are choosing to enroll in online colleges to take advantage of flexible scheduling options, new research reveals that this trend is spreading to a younger group of pupils as well.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/More-K-12-students-taking-online-classes7675.aspFri, 02 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/More-K-12-students-taking-online-classes7675.aspDue to the uncertain economy, many school districts are being forced to make budget cuts. As a result, some teachers may worry that they could be in danger of losing their jobs.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Websites-offer-free-tips-for-elementary-and-secondary-schoolteachers7675.aspThu, 01 Jul 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Websites-offer-free-tips-for-elementary-and-secondary-schoolteachers7675.aspElementary and high school teachers may benefit from some technical training, as new research suggests that technology could help students more effectively absorb learning material.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Technology-in-K-12-classrooms-can-improve-student-performance7675.aspWed, 30 Jun 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/K-12-Education-News/Technology-in-K-12-classrooms-can-improve-student-performance7675.aspIn an effort to ensure that K-12 students are receiving an education that will help them succeed in the modern workforce, the Learning First Alliance is calling for stronger assessment methods.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Education-organizations-push-for-more-effective-assessment-methods7675.aspTue, 29 Jun 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Policy/Education-organizations-push-for-more-effective-assessment-methods7675.aspIndividuals who wish to earn high teacher pay may want to consider updating their technical skills, as industry experts say that online classes are becoming more prominent in the K-12 sector.http://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Success-of-virtual-schools-could-change-teaching-requirements7675.aspMon, 28 Jun 2010 08:00:00 ESThttp://www.becomeateacher.info/news/Education-Trends/Success-of-virtual-schools-could-change-teaching-requirements7675.asp