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A groundbreaking study reveals that students excel across various course modalities, prompting researchers to dive deeper into the nuances of online and in-person learning experiences.

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Teams report early data showing generally strong outcomes across co-requisite modalities
A project synthesizing LMS analytics, grades and course evaluations found students performed well across online and in-person co-requisite modalities; researchers plan roundtables and instructor interviews to develop testable hypotheses about modality differences.
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November 4, 2026 at 8:50 PM
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Dr. Scott reveals critical insights from the district's new accountability system that exposes hidden challenges in school performance and subgroup success.

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State’s redesigned accountability system shapes district report‑card results, Dr. Scott tells board
Dr. Scott presented the district's 2026 summative designations under Illinois' redesigned accountability system, explaining core and elevating indicators and that subgroup performance limited some schools' final designations; he said the district identified recurring subgroup concerns affecting multiple schools.
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November 4, 2026 at 8:28 AM
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Placer Union High School District is not just closing achievement gaps; they’re celebrating nearly 80% of graduates ready for college and careers while achieving a remarkable $4 million budget correction!

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Placer Union High leaders tout student outcomes, program growth and near $4M budget correction
District leaders said roughly 80% of graduates meet the college‑career indicator, highlighted Placer High's California Distinguished School award, described expanded supports for students with special needs and adult learners, and reported reducing a projected unrestricted budget shortfall by about $4 million.
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November 2, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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Edison Township Public Schools shattered county and state proficiency rates in 2026, setting a new standard for academic success!

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Edison students exceed county and state benchmarks in 2026 statewide tests, district presenters say
District presenters told the board that Edison students outperformed county and state averages across ELA, mathematics and science in 2026, noting the state's move to computer-adaptive assessments making 2026 a new baseline year. The full results will be posted on the district website.
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November 1, 2026 at 9:02 AM
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Orange County School Board reports modest early gains in elementary grades, but mixed results raise questions about upper grades' performance.

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OCPS officials present PM1 FAST results showing mixed elementary and middle-school trends
District staff told the board that PM1 FAST scores show modest early-year gains in several elementary grades, mixed changes in grades 3'5, and typical early-year weakness in math; officials recommended monitoring and a follow-up survey in the fourth nine-week period.
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November 1, 2026 at 12:43 AM
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Portsmouth Public Schools has achieved full accreditation for the first time in 16 years, thanks to remarkable student performance and dedicated staff efforts!

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Portsmouth Public Schools regains full accreditation after 16 years
Superintendent Dr. Bracey told the school board Oct. 22 that Portsmouth Public Schools is fully accredited for the first time since the 2009–10 school year, citing student SOL gains and operational compliance as drivers of the change.
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October 28, 2026 at 10:03 AM
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The district celebrated a remarkable leap forward, reducing the number of students below proficiency in ELA and math by 1,315 this year!

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Superintendent says district moved 1,315 students toward proficiency on iLearn tests
Superintendent reported a drop from 2,721 to 1,406 students below proficiency in ELA and math year-over-year and said the district will study areas that lost ground and present redistricting options in November with action planned for December.
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October 27, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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A groundbreaking study at West Point reveals that online instruction led to significantly lower student performance compared to face-to-face classes, challenging the effectiveness of technology in education.

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Randomized study at West Point cited: online sections produced lower performance
Kofed described a randomized assignment at West Point that compared online and face-to-face sections and reported lower student performance in the online condition in that mandatory-attendance setting.
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October 26, 2026 at 1:53 AM
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San Luis Coastal Unified students are soaring 19 percentage points above state averages in crucial subjects, but challenges for disadvantaged learners remain a pressing concern.

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San Luis Coastal reports top county CAASPP performance but flags gaps for disadvantaged and English learners
District administrators presented 2026 CAASPP results showing San Luis Coastal students scoring about 19 percentage points above state averages in ELA, math and science, while noting persistent gaps for socioeconomically disadvantaged and long‑term English learner students.
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October 24, 2026 at 2:38 PM
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A new dashboard reveals a concerning dip in reading proficiency among 3rd graders, prompting the Curriculum Committee to rethink their approach to recent curriculum changes.

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Committee hears mixed year‑one results for new K–12 curricula; reading dip draws scrutiny
District data lead Chris presented year‑one proficiency results for recently adopted curricula, noting cohort gains in some grades but a drop in reading for several cohorts (example: a 3rd‑grade cohort from 51% to 47% proficient). The committee agreed to track cohorts and consult teachers before making adoption changes.
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October 22, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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The Rock Hill School Board passed a controversial grading policy aligned with House Bill 5073, despite fierce debates and some members voting reluctantly against it.

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Board approves grading-policy updates tied to House Bill 5073 despite reservations
On second-and-final reading the Rock Hill School Board approved Policy IKA and its administrative rule to align district grading and recovery rules with South Carolina's House Bill 5073; several trustees said they opposed the law in principle but voted to comply, and one member said they would vote against in principle.
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October 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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Galena Park ISD is adapting to new state rules that change how student performance is measured, potentially impacting funding and future opportunities for current ninth-graders!

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Galena Park ISD sets five-year CCMR goals as state changes how postsecondary credit is weighted
District staff told trustees new House Bill 120 reporting splits CCMR credit across student groups and introduces a "bucket" weighting system for current ninth-graders that reduces full-point credit for many indicators; the change affects how the district sets five-year goals and seeks outcomes-based funding.
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October 13, 2026 at 1:22 AM
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Superintendent Doctor Ross reveals promising assessment data, showcasing how targeted support is helping students excel, alongside exciting new milestones for the district.

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Superintendent: district assessment data looks strong; weekly graduation tracking set with a 91.1% bar
Superintendent Doctor Ross told trustees the district's norm‑reference and criterion‑reference comparisons show many students performing at or above grade level and announced weekly graduation tracking with a district bar raised to 91.1%; current on‑track rate was cited as 83.68%.
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October 3, 2026 at 8:54 PM
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The school board is considering a crucial audit of reading and math curriculums, weighing free options against potential costs to ensure student success.

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Board discusses math and reading audits from SBAE and CISA; seeks scope and cost details
Board members explored options for a reading and math curriculum audit, discussing a free offering from the School Boards for Academic Excellence (SBAE) and a fee-based option from CISA; members asked for clearer scope, deliverables, and staff impact before proceeding.
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September 30, 2026 at 7:23 AM
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Connecticut schools are celebrating a remarkable turnaround with rising math and science scores for the fourth straight year and a significant drop in chronic absenteeism!

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SDE: test scores, attendance improved in many districts; chronic absence dropped notably
SDE told lawmakers math and science scores improved (fourth straight year), ELA rose for a second year, and chronic absenteeism fell statewide—down about seven percentage points overall and about 10 percentage points for students with high needs.
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September 27, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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Pennsylvania is revolutionizing education with online state assessments and the innovative Firefly tool to boost student performance—are schools ready for the change?

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PDE rolls out online assessments and Firefly benchmarking to ease transition
Rowe described Pennsylvania's shift to online state assessments with technology-enhanced item types and a new Firefly benchmarking tool; PDE is offering webinars and diagnostics to prepare schools and students.
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September 22, 2026 at 8:31 AM
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Despite maintaining an overall B rating, 21 campuses in Mesquite ISD faced a drop in grades, with math performance and TELPAS scoring emerging as key challenges.

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Mesquite ISD holds B rating amid declines at 21 campuses; staff cite math challenges and TELPAS composite changes
Alicia Austin presented assessment and accountability results showing the district maintained an overall B (80) rating but 21 campuses dropped a letter grade. Staff cited math performance (especially middle grades) and a return to TELPAS composite scoring as primary causes; the district outlined priority support plans and monthly check‑ins.
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September 18, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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Preliminary test results reveal a concerning trend: 4 out of 5 children are failing, prompting urgent demands for detailed data and targeted support strategies.

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Preliminary state test results prompt urgent requests for subgroup data and progress plan
Superintendent Rosser presented preliminary 3–8 and graduation data; several commissioners pressed for subgroup breakdowns and explanations for steep drops in 8th‑grade math and science. Administration committed to progress‑monitoring and school‑level follow‑ups.
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September 16, 2026 at 7:45 AM
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PISA 2025 shows broad decline in student performance, with sharper setbacks in parts of Europe and Latin America

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September 9, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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Louisiana Tech reveals impressive K–3 literacy gains, with 72% of students hitting benchmarks and a focus on enhancing pre-K and third-grade support!

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Louisiana Tech reports measurable K–3 literacy gains; district to focus on pre-K and third grade supports
Louisiana Tech presenters told the Lincoln Parish board that implementation of the district's foundational literacy curriculum corresponded with significant K–3 gains in 2025–26, with effect sizes in the 'desired effects' range and recommendations to expand pre-K emphasis and targeted third-grade interventions.
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September 4, 2026 at 12:41 PM
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CSISD celebrates impressive gains in state assessments with 11 campuses improving their ratings, but a concerning dip in 7th-grade math has educators rallying for change.

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CSISD posts state assessment gains overall, flags 7th‑grade math dip
The district presented STAR/EOC results showing broad gains—double‑digit increases at several elementary campuses, 11 of 19 campuses with numerical rating increases and a 100% CCMR score at College View High School—while identifying a notable decline in 7th‑grade math that district teams will address.
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August 27, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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Maryland's latest MCAP results reveal a troubling trend: while ELA scores show promise, math proficiency is plummeting, especially among vulnerable student groups.

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State data show modest ELA gains, larger math setbacks and strong attendance‑proficiency link, MSDE reports
MSDE's deep dive into five years of MCAP data showed modest statewide gains in English language arts but declines or stagnation in mathematics, persistent gaps for students with disabilities and economically disadvantaged students, and a strong correlation between higher attendance and higher proficiency.
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August 27, 2026 at 9:34 AM
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Illinois district sees impressive ACT prep results, prompting expansion of their free program to underclassmen!

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District expands ACT prep to underclassmen after above-average gains for participants
The Board heard that 11th graders who completed eight hours of the district ACT prep program averaged a 2.65-point composite gain from PreACT 10 to ACT, outperforming the national 1.64-point average; the district will purchase Progress Learning licenses for grades 91 at a total cost of $68,064.
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August 26, 2026 at 2:36 AM
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A Kent resident is calling for urgent action after revealing that only 34% of local students are performing at grade level in math, a stark contrast to neighboring districts.

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Resident urges Kent council to press school board on low math performance
Dan Perkey, a Kent resident and substitute teacher, asked the council to engage the Kent School District about math proficiency, citing a state figure that 34% of Kent students are at or above grade level in math and comparing Kent to nearby districts.
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August 21, 2026 at 1:25 AM
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Reed-Custer schools have earned a "Commendable" rating, and exciting changes are coming, including in-house AP Calculus starting in 2026!

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Reed-Custer schools rated 'Commendable'; district moves AP Calculus dual-credit in-house
The district reported a "Commendable" summative rating on the 2024–25 Illinois Report Card and submitted 2025–2026 schoolwide plans; beginning 2026–27, AP Calculus/Dual Credit Math 170 will be offered in‑house by Claire Mountain in coordination with Joliet Junior College.
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August 18, 2026 at 4:31 PM