AcceliBEAT Weekly Round Up: 11/09 – 09/14
November 14, 2014
Missed the news this week? Accelify’s got you covered! Check out some of this week’s top stories.
The Bandwidth Schools Have and the Bandwidth They Need
Fast, robust and reliable broadband is absolutely critical, not just for on-site students and teachers at schools or university campuses, but for off-site faculty and students so they can fully and successfully participate in online learning experiences and in the more basic practices of the school (accessing information, communicating, etc.).
Districts, parents sue Pa. over education funding
School districts, parents, an organization representing small and rural school systems and the state NAACP filed a lawsuit against Gov. Tom Corbett, state education officials and legislative leaders, saying that Pennsylvania fails to uphold its constitutional obligation to educate children adequately.
The Economic Benefits of Closing Educational Achievement Gaps
Our nation is currently experiencing growing levels of income and wealth inequality, which are contributing to longstanding racial and ethnic gaps in education outcomes and other areas. Closing racial and ethnic gaps is not only key to fulfilling the potential of people of color; it is also crucial to the well-being of our nation.
AcceliFEATURE: Common Core for the Uncommon Student
While inappropriate referrals to Special Education have been reduced with the implementation of RtI models used with fidelity and treatment integrity, we must be vigilant to make sure that students who struggle with the CCSS are not immediately referred for possible placement in Special Education.
U.S. to Focus on Equity in Assigning of Teachers
The Obama administration is directing states to show how they will ensure that all students have equal access to high-quality teachers, with a sharp focus on schools with a high proportion of the poor and racial minorities.
7 reasons digital equity is a social justice issue
Digital access and digital equity continue to present a challenge to educators. Meeting that challenge is more important than ever.
Client Success Story: No Claim Left Behind
Check out this Client Success Story to find out how implementing AcceliTRACK and AcceliCLAIM to track and claim Special Education health-related services and restructuring operating budgets increased Fee-For-Service (FFS) reimbursements for a large school district.