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High school students who take the Smarter Balanced exam in six states can now use their scores as evidence that they are ready for entry-level, credit-bearing college courses and do not need to take remedial courses. Almost 200 colleges and universities in California, Delaware, Hawaii, Oregon, South Dakota, and Washington have agreed to accept Smarter Balanced scores. MoreChildren who stand at their desks instead of sitting stay on task better, according to a new research project by a team at Texas A&M University. MoreWNET has launched a free series of videos highlighting five key practices of exemplary principals. More
Designed for beginners who want to get started quickly with 3D printing, the new Shape Maker app allows users to transform sketches, photos and screen captures into files that can then be sent to a variety of MakerBot printers. MoreHoughton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) will acquire Scholastic's education technology and services business for $575 million. MoreAsbury Park School District will launch a wide-ranging initiative designed to improve literacy across the district. MoreThe eighth annual Flipped Conference will also include pre-conference sessions, a hands-on boot camp, three plenary sessions on flipped learning in K-12 and higher education, and 12 featured sessions. MoreEduplanet21 has added a virtual wallet to its professional development platform in an effort to make it easier for administrators to deposit and track professional development funds. More
Upcoming K–12 Grants
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Deadline: April 30
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Deadline: April 30
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Deadline: Ongoing
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