Kurt Dyrli

Kurt has been a writer, editor, and content marketer covering the field of K12 education leadership and education technology for 18 years at District Administration, as well as higher education publication University Business. During that time, he has served as products and technology editor, senior writer, and content marketing editor creating content and consulting with clients seeking to reach and engage with the K12 and higher ed markets.

Report: Half of K-12 students "bored" with math; many want fewer online activities and more real-world application

The RAND study gathered feedback from a national student panel and offers recommendations for teachers and district curriculum leaders to improve engagement.

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Guide: Safety and security recommendations for mobile classrooms

New guidelines from PASS offer advice for K-12 leaders to ensure the safety and security of portable classrooms, which are often used to address space constraints.

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New study finds team teaching models improved retention, reduced turnover

The approach replaces the traditional one-teacher classroom with teams of educators who share students, collaborate on planning, and have clearly defined roles.

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Report studies effectiveness of CTE advising software platforms

MDRC conducted a two-year efficacy study of YouScience and Xello, which provide students with guidance on CTE courses and recommendations for future career paths.

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Report: Teachers feel unprepared to support multilingual learners

The population of MLLs is increasing, and these students often face unique academic challenges.

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New research explores the rise of micro-credential programs in K-12, offers recommendations

The FutureEd report traces the rise of micro-credentialing in K-12, examines how it’s being used today, and explores whether it can live up to its promise of transforming the high school experience.

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NWEA: Middle school STEM gender gap returns, widens post-pandemic

The disparity between boys' and girls' middle school scores slowly narrowed for years and had disappeared altogether by 2019. But the latest assessments have found the gap has reopened even wider.

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Report: Staff retention, mental health, school culture, and the use of AI are among the top concerns of school and district leaders in 2025

ERDI research draws on insights from district leaders for solutions to the most common challenges facing K-12 leaders.

New study offers "best way" to measure school performance

The FutureEd project drew on decades of research into the key features of successful schools to create a more accurate model for measuring quality.

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Out-of-School Time

New AASA report shows district leaders are prioritizing summer learning

High numbers of superintendents polled said they see summer programs as important to their strategic plans, will maintain or increase spending on summer learning, and are seeing positive impacts on academic success.

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One lesson from HISD’s massive bond failure: Don't ignore community engagement.

“You don't listen to us.” Voting against the $4.4 billion proposal became an opportunity for many in the community to express distrust of Houston Superintendent Mike Miles’ aggressive reforms and gruff leadership style.

Superintendent Mike Miles listens as Houston ISD's appointed school board held its monthly work session meeting at HISD Central Office on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023 in Houston. (Karen Warren/Houston Chronicle via AP)

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