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At the start of an unusual and challenging school year, many students, families, and educators are juggling a new way of engaging in education. With distance learning in effect across much of Washington, the future...

This spring, families across Washington made the abrupt transition to learning at home because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Parents stepped up and assumed the new role of teaching their children academic subjects amidst stressful current...

Several years ago, when expanded learning opportunities (ELO) arrived for the first time at elementary school sites in Tacoma, students could choose from a variety of fun afterschool programs. At Edison Elementary School, activities included...

Are you an educator seeking tips on how to navigate remote learning using learning management systems (LMS)? Resources from the Center for Strengthening the Teaching Profession’s Teacher Tech Project are here for you. Below, two...

This fall, many districts in Washington state are returning to school remotely – making it necessary for teachers to sharpen their digital skills. Below, two Washington state teachers share their experiences with digital learning, advice...

Swan Eaton, a 7th grade math teacher at McLoughlin Middle School in Pasco, has a message for other educators: Now is the time to prepare and plan for distance learning. Below, Swan shares how digital...