Texas graduation requirements focus on career planning Under new legislation, high-school students in Texas will choose one of five career "endorsements" as part of their graduation requirements. The five endorsement tracks include arts and humanities, multidisciplinary studies, business and industry, public services, and STEM -- science, technology, engineering and math. "We're moving away from this one box, one size fits all for our children to a more individualized system," said Ryder Warren, Midland Independent School District superintendent. KOSA-TV (Odessa, Texas) (1/21) Other News | Districts advised to upgrade technology beyond common core requirements As school districts prepare for online assessments aligned with the Common Core State Standards, many are faced with having to make additional investments in technology. However, experts say that smart school leaders are going above the minimum requirements when upgrading Wi-Fi networks, hardware and software to anticipate future needs that could improve student achievement. One example is to increase network speed to accommodate increased use of digital textbooks, online curricula and more. District Administration magazine online (1/21) | How one school is preparing students for 21st-century jobs Educators at Sherwood High School in Oregon are taking steps to ensure students are ready for the 21st-century job market. Students have access to 3D printing technology, real-world learning and other devices that have helped them develop innovative projects, including a drone helicopter to record marching-band formations. The Oregonian (Portland) (1/20) University takes STEM workshops to area schools Clemson University is sponsoring EMAG!NE workshops for middle- and high-school students across South Carolina in hopes of sparking a greater interest in science, technology, engineering and math. The workshops feature a range of hands-on projects, including robotics, bridge-building and other skills. "We want them to see that engineering may be the career for them," said Scott Schiff, EMAG!NE co-founder. Spartanburg Herald-Journal (S.C.) (1/18) | Chicago schools face lack of funding as district extends learning time Chicago Public Schools has enforced a longer school day for students, but educators say the rollout has been plagued with issues -- primarily a lack of funding for the increased instructional time. While the district initially hired more teachers to accommodate the longer days, some positions have been eliminated. The schedule change has been criticized by some for the "one-size-fits-all nature" of the extended days, according to this article. The Hechinger Report (1/21) | Capitol report As the New Year began on Capitol Hill, Congress found itself focused on some of the work it wasn't able to finish in 2013. Most notably, those in charge of the federal purse are debating how to divvy up more than $1 trillion for federal programs to be spent during fiscal year 2014, which began Oct. 1 of last year. Read more in the Capitol Report.
Speakers and programs announced for common core institutes NCTM is excited to announce an outstanding group of speakers who will be joining us in Orlando, Feb. 14–15, for the 2014 NCTM Interactive Institute Professional Development Series Cutting to the "Common Core." Through dynamic keynote presentations, knowledgeable facilitators and focused sessions, you will leave these institutes with an action plan and the tools and resources to support common core implementation. Space is still available for elementary, middle, high school, and school-leader institutes. Registration closes on Jan. 31!
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