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5/25: The SAT and ACT Could Be On Their Way Out (New York Times)

…But is that a good thing? In our current climate of a global pandemic coupled with the sensational admissions scandal Varsity Blues, the College Board and ACT Student have released statements that they are reviewing the current efficacy of standardized testing within the admissions criteria. This doesn’t come as too much of a shock as more and more schools continue to go test-optional this upcoming admissions cycle.

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5/5: Parents as Teachers--Self-Care Matters Now More Than Ever

I came across this fabulous article from EdSurge this week! Author Sara Potler LaHayne shared some helpful strategies in her recent piece, “Many Parents Are Now Teachers: Let’s Also Appreciate and Care for Ourselves.” Below are the top 7 tips experts suggest parents consider to encourage self-care, social-emotional development, and resilience—for all members of our family.

5/4: How Long Should a Remote Learning Day Be? (EdSurge)

We can all agree that the last 8 weeks of school have not looked normal. But just how long should we expect our kids to be in “school mode” in this new normal of COVID-19? Should it mimic a 6-7 hour traditional school day? Or, should we put in guardrails around screen time? What’s developmentally appropriate—for emotional, academic, and psychological health and well-being?

4/28: Free Online Resources for Students During COVID-19 (APU)

As we shelter in place during this new normal of COVID-19, several companies are offering free resources for students. Azusa Pacific University compiled a very helpful list, from fitness classes to waived services including internet, storage, and online video conferencing.

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4/24: The Impact of Virtual Learning (World Economic Forum)

The pandemic has changed the way students are learning—forever. With 1.2 billion of students out of school worldwide, research has tracked the efficacy of virtual learning. What works? What doesn’t? And what does this mean for the future of education?

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