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New Texas K–3 Assessment Requirements: What Schools Need to Know for 2027–28

November 4, 2026

Every educator has experienced a moment when a student’s response reveals something unexpected about their understanding. A student may confidently count to 20 but struggle to identify which…

NYC Schools AI Policy 2026: Keeping Teachers at the Center

October 27, 2026

NYC Schools AI Policy 2026: Keeping Teachers at the Center As artificial intelligence becomes more common in K–12 education, school districts are taking a closer look at how technology supports…

NYS STEPS: What Districts Need to Know

October 13, 2026

New York school districts are exploring how NYS STEPS can reshape educator evaluation and professional growth. Under Education Law §3012-e, the Standards-based Educator Evaluation and Professional…

How Early Warning Systems Help At-Risk Students

September 28, 2026

Students rarely begin struggling overnight. A drop in attendance. A change in classroom behavior. Lower assessment scores. Missing assignments. Declining grades. On their own, these changes may not…

Homeschool Progress Monitoring: Why It Matters for Families

September 21, 2026

One of the greatest advantages of homeschooling is the freedom to create an educational experience that fits your child’s unique learning style and your family’s goals. Parents can adjust the pace,…

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How the Castle Companion App Came to Life | Castle Learning

September 8, 2026

For years, Castle Learning has helped educators provide students with meaningful opportunities to practice, review, and strengthen their understanding of important concepts. But learning does not…

Top 5 Features Every K-12 Universal Screener Should Have

August 17, 2026

Choosing a universal screener can seem pretty straightforward at first. Districts need a way to assess students a few times throughout the year, identify where additional support may be needed, and…

5 Tips for Building a Stronger Educator Evaluation Process

August 6, 2026

Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside district leaders from all types of school systems. While every district has its own priorities and its own way of doing things,…

eDoctrina’s Core Performance Management Software Officially Launches in Baltimore City Schools

July 30, 2026

Baltimore, MD – October 2024 –eDoctrina is proud to announce the official launch of its Core Performance Management software for Baltimore City Schools. This milestone follows a year-long…

Transforming Professional Learning at PGCPS with eDoctrina

July 30, 2026

Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) partnered with eDoctrina to elevate and transform their professional learning (PL) experience. The goal was to centralize and track professional…

5 Ways Teachers Can Use Assessment Data Before the New School Year

July 28, 2026

The weeks before students return are some of the most valuable for instructional planning. While classroom walls are being decorated and lesson plans are taking shape, one resource often gets…

Teacher Professional Growth Begins After the Classroom Observation

July 14, 2026

Every Observation Tells a Story Professional growth for teachers doesn’t begin and end with a classroom observation. It develops through meaningful feedback, thoughtful reflection,…