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February is Career and Technical Education month. Expanding #cte options for students is vitally important and should be celebrated. But the separation between what used to be called "vocational education" and the liberal arts, or #classicaleducation, is dehumanizing. It turns out students crave both practical skills to lead prosperous lives AND the kind of education that will provide meaning to those lives. In a time when young men are dubious of the value of modern #highered and male workforce participation continues to decline, institutions like the ones profiled in this story are going to proliferate. Expanding educational freedom in K12 will allow more high schools following this model to emerge.

📚 Explore how schools measure students' readiness in civics education! This insightful article from Education Week emphasizes the importance of focusing on skills, not just facts, in civics education. https://ow.ly/LWi850QZyE1

Since we're early in the academic year, it’s vital to address how our education system often overlooks marginalized perspectives in history. This selective storytelling limits students' understanding of the past and their ability to engage with today's social issues. To learn more about the importance of inclusive education, read Alika Jimenez’s full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/ee4EiGt7.

Reflecting on my week after attending the Big Education Event and diving into literature on exclusions and Global directions in inclusive education. There’s so much discussion about creating inclusive education, yet our system still measures success through metrics such as Progress 8. This doesn't account for critical contextual factors like social deprivation, ethnic diversity, or the percentage of pupils with SEND in a school. Nor does it celebrate diversity, sensitivity, empathy, collaboration, culture, student voice, or emotional well-being—elements essential to a truly inclusive educational environment. How do we evaluate this without it turning into a rigid system of accountability—a whip and chain that stifles the very inclusion we seek to foster? #InclusiveEducation #DiversityInEducation #SEND #Collaboration #Empathy #StudentVoice #EmotionalWellbeing #CulturalAwareness #EducationReform #BigEducation #EducationMatters

It's now a little more than a month into the new school year for many Idahoans, which has us thinking about this article from Carly Flandro for Idaho Education News highlighting the need for more Indigenous voices in Idaho classrooms. "Idaho students are getting vastly different classroom experiences on Native American history and culture depending on where they live. And it’s led to serious consequences. Creating a place for Native Americans in the classroom and incorporating more Indigenous voices benefits all students, Indigenous education leaders say, because: Tribal students feel proud and included when they see their culture and community members in schools. And non-Native students develop open-mindedness, unlearn harmful stereotypes, and gain a more complete understanding of the world and its people. Plus, according to Idaho learning standards and goals, it’s more than a “should” — they’re required to. Yet progress in Idaho public schools is all over the place." Read the full article by Carly Flandro on Idaho Education News:

Can't speak highly enough about this education approach.

Five ways to promote inclusive and equitable education for underrepresented students: 1. **Diverse Representation**: Ensure that the curriculum, textbooks, and teaching materials reflect diverse perspectives and experiences, including those of underrepresented groups. 2. **Culturally Responsive Teaching**: Implement teaching strategies that acknowledge and incorporate students' cultural backgrounds, languages, and experiences into the learning process. 3. **Equitable Access to Resources**: Provide equal access to resources such as technology, textbooks, extracurricular activities, and support services to all students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. 4. **Community Engagement**: Foster partnerships with local communities, families, and organizations to create a supportive network that helps underrepresented students thrive academically and socially. 5. **Professional Development**: Offer ongoing training and development for educators to increase their cultural competence, awareness of implicit bias, and ability to create inclusive learning environments for all students.

An insightful read on the importance of cultural connection for Native American students in higher education. It highlights the crucial role that universities play in not only providing education but also in fostering an environment where students can connect with their heritage. This is a powerful reminder of the value of diversity and inclusion on campus. #Education #CulturalDiversity #NativeAmericanHeritage”

It is an exciting day for Year 10 and Year 12 girls on the Washington DC Trip as they visit the White House! This will be an unforgettable experience. We are proud to see our pupils engaging with history, experiencing the present and being inspired for the future. We see so many benefits from travel, that extend beyond the classroom. Some of these include: 1. Practical Learning: hands-on experiences make subjects like history come alive 2. Cultural Awareness: exposure to different cultures, histories and traditions broaden the understanding and appreciation of the world 3. Social Skills: interactions in new environments enhance communication and builds relationships 4. Holistic Development: blending academic knowledge with real-world experiences enriches education #scsdeedsnotwords #WhiteHouseVisit #EducationalTrips

Australia needs to prioritise civics education, says Stewart Riddle, Professor of Curriculum and Pedagogy at the University of Southern Queensland's School of Education. Riddle emphasizes the importance of equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to participate fully in civic life. https://hubs.la/Q02yyBby0 #CivicsEducation #Education #CurriculumDevelopment #EducationInsights