article thumbnail

Learning Pathways for District-Wide Integration of Skills for Innovation

ED Surge

This includes developing competency in social-emotional learning, design thinking and computational thinking, whether or not students eventually study computing or engineering or enter the information technology industry. The framework has three tiers: social-emotional learning, mindsets for innovation and skillsets for innovation.

article thumbnail

Most School Districts Still Lack Data-Privacy Personnel

ED Surge

Only a few years ago, before the pandemic, finding a school district with a dedicated leadership position focused on data privacy was like spotting a “unicorn”—something so rare it was practically mythical. Unlike mythical unicorns, though, some of these school privacy officers actually exist. Well, yes and no. But mostly no.

Schooling 273
educators

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Promoting Real World Change and Success in Schools Today

Cool Cat Teacher

Serving at Reagan High School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Misa has made a profound impact through her dynamic approach to educational leadership. Under her guidance, the school has not only seen significant growth in its International Baccalaureate (IB) Career Program, but also received numerous awards for student achievement.

Schooling 150
article thumbnail

Leading Through Innovation: Celebrating Black STEM Leaders

STEM Education Guide

To recognize the contributions that Black STEM leaders have made, it is essential to celebrate their accomplishments and continue to foster a culture of innovation. Their exemplary leadership has provided countless opportunities for people of all colors in STEM fields and continues to inspire the next generation of innovators.

article thumbnail

Mentoring Matters: Building Social Capital as the Bridge to Success

STEM Next

Making Mentors pairs autistic high school students with autistic college students and takes a strengths-based approach to supporting STEM pathways. Photo credit: National Center for Women and Information Technology 6. Open your networks to expand the social networks of youth. Mentor boys and men to be allies of girls in STEM.

article thumbnail

Top STEM Programs for Girls

Career in STEM

“We need to encourage and support girls and women achieve their full potential as scientific researchers and innovators.” From after-school programs to online communities to access to scholarships, there are plenty of sources to help girls of all ages get the support and inspiration they need to succeed in science and STEM.

STEM 98
article thumbnail

Why Are Colleges Hesitant to Train More Early Childhood Educators?

ED Surge

Pima Community College in Arizona offers students Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training instruction—a model that helps students strengthen their math, reading and writing skills while they prepare for a career—only in subjects that lead to jobs with “family-sustaining wages,” such as information technology and construction.

Education 253