Exploring the Future of Education

By Marcus SteinReflecting on my years as an English teacher, I'm struck by the unexpected lessons that teaching has gifted me. It wasn't just about imparting knowledge of Shakespeare and grammar rules; teaching was a journey that transformed me in ways I could have never anticipated. Here are five of those unexpected lessons.Parent buy-in helps…

By Marcus SteinEvery educator has their little tips and tricks, often passed down to them from wiser, more experienced teachers who’ve taken them under their wings. Personally, some of the most meaningful insights I’ve gained throughout the years have centered around student engagement. So, in the spirit of paying it forward, here are my five…

Key takeaways The post-pandemic era has exacerbated teacher burnout, with educators leaving the profession at high rates due to the compounded stress of personal and professional responsibilities. Effective leadership is critical in developing and implementing strategies to support teachers and combat the heightened challenges of teacher shortages and burnout¹. Even before the pandemic, there were…

Key takeaways Maintain high expectations and employ qualified and experienced educators. Embrace research-backed professional development and ensure principals attend to offer the best support for their teachers. Remain committed to creating a fair and inclusive educational landscape for all students, no matter their background. We’re back with the third installment of our blog series focusing…

Key learnings Make decisions that focus on improving student wellbeing and raising academic achievement. Understand that each board member brings a unique perspective and something valuable to the conversation. Build relationships with key stakeholders and spend quality time with them to gain their trust and help achieve district goals. Meet with your staff regularly to…

Key takeaways Edtech can improve student learning outcomes and increase equity, as well as alleviate some of the contemporary challenges of education, such as teacher shortages. To compete in a tech-driven global market, students must be technologically adept. Effective integration of tech in schools requires thorough training of educators and alignment with educational outcomes. Technology…

Key takeawaysFocus strategic planning and budgetary resources on student wellbeing and learning outcomes.Take caution when using ESSER funds for recurring expenditures, as these funds have a decided discontinuation date.Involve stakeholders in transparent decision-making processes to avoid abrupt shock and possible hostility.We are excited to announce our new blog series focusing on leadership and decision-making in…

A summary of the State Education Department’s memo to schools On June 1, 2022, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) announced its plan to join 48 other states and transition to computer-based testing (CBT) for students in Grades 3–8. The process will start with mandatory ELA, math, and science CBT for students in grades…

Written by Kami Hero Sanchita Ghosh, Head of History Department at Sanskriti School, New Delhi, India. Diwali (or Deepavali) is one of the biggest festivals in India. Even though it has its origins in the practices of the Hindu religion, several religious communities participate in the festivities with equal vigor today! It’s a festival of…

New Digital Notebook Styles Students use our Digital Notebooks to organize their notes, communicate with their teachers, and revise key content for upcoming tests. Although they’re already super popular, one thing we weren’t offering students is a choice of 15 fun and fresh designs! So we waved our wands and gave our Digital Notebooks a…

Whether or not you use Jamboard, Kami is the digital whiteboard for you. The education community woke to the news that Google Jamboard will soon start winding down. Teachers and students who love using the Google platform will now be considering their options. Look no further than Kami. Google Jamboard is a collaborative digital whiteboard…

This blog is for you and your students to read together. It covers the basics of digital citizenship and why it matters.   So what is digital citizenship? Digital citizenship is all about understanding how to act responsibly online. You might have noticed, you've got the whole world available at a click! And with this…