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.

Safety and Security

PASS releases updates to school safety and security guidelines

The seventh edition of the guidelines from the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools includes a variety of new recommendations for securing school facilities.

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Report studies growth of AI in school communications, and offers guidelines for responsible use

While many report increased efficiency and clarity, concerns remain around data privacy, misinformation and overreliance on automation.

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Report: One third of schools screen students for mental health, and many struggle to find adequate care

The RAND survey of school principals found that about 40 percent said it was challenging to ensure that students receive appropriate mental healthcare.

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Literacy/Reading/Language Arts

Report offers recommendations for addressing the middle school reading crisis

The NWEA policy brief provides four strategies to help struggling middle schoolers.

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Professional Development

TNTP launches leadership program for school and district leaders

The nonprofit's three new, virtual leadership training cohorts are intended to support school and district leaders seeking to drive bold change.

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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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