GLOBAL
Independent [UK]. If children don’t learn about the achievements of Black people, what hope is there for future racial equality? The inter-generational transmission of incomplete narratives is a problem that we must address in teacher preparation – and as ongoing professional development for in-service teachers. The good news is that resources are available for educators to expand their knowledge base and that of their students.
Japan Times. New reforms aimed at improving elementary school education in Japan. In order to realize the plan, Japan needs to find a way to secure enough teachers. The discussions were mostly held behind closed doors… Participants also discussed the current situation in teacher placements and ways to secure high-quality teachers.
UNITED STATES
AAACTE/SCALE. edTPA April – May 2020-21 Newsletter
Chalkbeat.
1) Charter schools turn 30 this year. Here’s what I learned when I asked alumni about their experiences. … less than half of charter alums believe discipline practices at their school were fair. Many raised concerns about the lack of diversity among their teachers… Alums also pointed out that charters could do more to recruit educators who reflect the diversity of the students they teach and invest in cultural competence training for all teachers regardless of their race or ethnicity.
2) Philadelphia chief of charter schools leaves to become D.C. state superintendent. Grant, a first generation college student, started her career in education in Teach for America before going to work for the New York City Department of Education… Grant earned her doctorate in education from the University of Pennsylvania in 2020 and also has degrees from Hofstra, Columbia [Teachers College, EdM ‘08], and Fordham universities.
EdSource. Budget proposal would ease testing requirements for California teachers The state’s Assembly and Senate budget subcommittees on education are recommending that legislators approve a proposal in Gov. Gavin Newsom’s 2021-22 state budget that would allow candidates to earn a teaching credential without taking two tests currently required.
EdSurge. The Unintended Consequences of Universal Preschool. For universal preschool to be done well, it can’t be done halfway or half-heartedly, experts say. That’s because a variety of factors contribute to program quality, including appropriate staffing, fair teacher compensation, curriculum, credentialing requirements, staff professional development and child assessments.
EdWeek. 5 Essential Questions Teachers Should Ask During Job Interviews “You don’t want to jump into a position that you don’t feel capable of navigating,” said Jacqueline Rodriguez, the vice president for research, policy, and advocacy at the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education.
NEA News. Aspiring Educators: Protect Your Mental Health In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the NEA Aspiring Educators program set up a series of activities and events to help future educators find the time to address and take care of their mental health.
New York Times. Disputing Racism’s Reach, Republicans Rattle American Schools: In a culture-war brawl that has spilled into the country’s educational system, Republicans at the local, state and national levels are trying to block curriculums that emphasize systemic racis. In Loudoun County, Va… The district’s interim superintendent, Scott A. Ziegler, denied that critical race theory was part of the curriculum or teacher training… “We are not teaching critical race theory. We are not indoctrinating students or staff into critical race theory.”
Rodel. Teacher Residencies Get A Legislative Push HB178, introduced by Rep. Kim Williams (chair of the House Education Committee), codifies Delaware’s yearlong teacher residencies and ensures that funds are provided for sustained investment. The bill also provides guidelines on how and when funds are awarded and the parameters for the allowable use of funds
The74. Tulsa Commits to Teaching ‘Hard History’ After State Restricts Antiracist Instruction
NEW YORK STATE
NYS Legislature. S5666 passed Assembly, returned to Senate on June 2nd. “Relates to the maximum percentage of students that can be exempted from the admission requirements for graduate-level teacher and educational leader programs”
NYSED Office of Higher Education. Educator Preparation Newsletter: May 2021.
1) Board of Regents May items
*Emergency COVID-19 Certificate. The Board of Regents adopted an emergency measure to extend the validity period of the Emergency COVID-19 certificate from one year to two years in response to limited test center availability for certification exams during the pandemic. The Emergency COVID-19 certificate application deadline is September 1, 2021.
* edTPA Passing Scores. At its January 2020 meeting, the Board of Regents decided to freeze the edTPA passing scores recommended by a standard setting panel at the 2018-2019 levels and extend them from January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2021.
* School Counselor Bilingual Education Extension. At its May 2017 meeting, the Board of Regents established new Initial and Professional School Counselor certificates and the registration requirements for school counselor programs that lead to the new Initial and Professional School Counselor certificates.
2) Request for Information: Special Education Teacher and Bilingual Special Education Teacher/Bilingual Pupil Personnel Professional Shortages
3) Teaching In Remote/Hybrid Learning Environments
NEW YORK CITY
Teaching Residents @ Teachers College (TR@TC). June 2021 End of Year Newsletter
