Micro Schools Network | whitney | Activity https://microschools.com/members/whitney/activity/ Activity feed for whitney. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:37:02 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 cc6da8cffd304594f513fd994d02f4b5 whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3797 Wed, 21 May 2025 15:02:31 -0400 Exclusive Report: As Movement Grows, Microschools Aren’t So ‘Micro’ AnymoreThe spread of private school choice programs are fueling growth, but public schools also see the model’s potential. Microschools are also less “ […]

]]> a3f209edbcdf77a710e18eca62942c12 whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3755 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 09:53:00 -0400 Here’s what alternative grading models could look likeEducation experts are examining alternative ways of grading that are more equitable and foster a better learning environment than the traditional letter […]

]]> 275da751a33ba0c4dbb3cc2f49339e90 whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3745 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 09:22:46 -0400 Calculating Financial Aid, Tuition Assistance​Determining financial aid and tuition assistance can be a sensitive process when engaging with prospective families. To enhance transparency and s […]

]]> f5d01b2dbcae2503c7ab037018cd1ca6 whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3738 Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:46:32 -0400 Microschools as an Emerging Education ModelMicroschools typically are small, have multi-age classrooms, and focus on self-paced learning. But they vary tremendously in setting, size, and focus. […]

]]> 384a3f949bae3a4a6a857cb403b3647c whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3667 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:20:27 -0500 The Importance of Holding Microschools AccountableAs school choice expands and new models such as microschools emerge, policymakers and advocates must ensure that these options adhere to accountability […]

]]> 5d6317e294f34d7728145c5dd22e4dab whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3739 Tue, 21 Jan 2025 11:47:25 -0500 Homeschooling becomes more mainstream as registrations rise in AustraliaAn estimated 45,000 children were homeschooled in Australia last year. Experts believe changing attitudes towards education is driving the […]

]]> facbacc4cb3aa461d0259781db9d4833 whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3649 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 09:22:27 -0500 One country wants to close math achievement gaps by ending academic trackingFor years, much like in the United States, New Zealand has worried about sliding student proficiency in mathematics, as captured by both national and […]

]]> 45ea00a36ec58d3b884fc7a1024f1596 whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3639 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 09:09:27 -0500 The arts can help students strengthen social-emotional skillsResearch suggests the arts can help students develop empathy and compassion — even if they’re only viewing a work or performance. Going to plays and […]

]]> 5d35e5d47fe6fcd1533666f5e587fa2a whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3637 Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:59:27 -0500 How K–12 Can Get a Head Start on Science, Technology, Engineering and MathAs the nation faces a science and technology talent shortage, the earlier students get exposed to these subjects, the better. The State of U.S. […]

]]> d1d7d80eb7c00e4390bf92539df1920d whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3632 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:15:39 -0500 2024 Wrapped: What Polling Revealed About America’s Thoughts on Education The Biggest Hits: Top Education Stories of 2024   Fresh Finds: New Trends in 2024  Fan Favorites: What Parents Want

]]> ef2eb8d5b27fead00503c060f1ee86ac whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3629 Thu, 05 Dec 2024 09:12:15 -0500 Teens can't get off their phones. Here's what some schools are doing about itSome states are trying to legislate against pervasive phone use in schools. Florida, South Carolina and Louisiana have statewide restrictions — and s […]

]]> 43f85cc7fad0444e2645622f944f4397 whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3625 Sat, 30 Nov 2024 14:32:45 -0500 To Fully Realize Horizon Three, We Need New Accountability SystemsCurrent accountability models, focused on compliance and standardized testing, must be replaced with systems that encourage innovation and local […]

]]> c4ec21e0aac9625f5153290d38716f5e whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3605 Fri, 08 Nov 2024 07:15:36 -0500 AI Demands Human Creativity in Our Education SystemSince the COVID-19 pandemic, test scores and student GPA across the globe have fallen due to a rocky restart to in-classroom learning, but it wasn’t j […]

]]> 284d0c44579cb37585722dd59aeaac98 whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3602 Tue, 22 Oct 2024 08:31:11 -0400 More schools than ever are serving vegan meals in California. Here’s how they did itCredit environmentally conscious students — and a handful of state funding programs The curriculum, focused on bringing the farm into the school, h […]

]]> d62409c2c09c130a9c307f4cbdddee0e whitney wrote a new post https://microschools.com/?p=3595 Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:18:19 -0400 How to ensure Native Americans are accurately represented in curriculumWith Thanksgiving and National Native American Heritage Month celebrations on the horizon in November, there are ways that schools can look to local o […]

]]> 8029464b74b1a957a695f73e54ee61f4 whitney changed their profile picture https://microschools.com/articles-news/p/99/ Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:53:27 -0400 0 622cdbd5a6a297337ac80680f49b6e42 whitney replied to the topic Current Job Listings in the forum HR & Policies https://microschools.com/member-forums/topic/current-job-listings/#post-3579 Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:27:10 -0400 Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Masterminds VIP Micro-School Program Manager 5-7k monthly + housing allowance

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]]> f335c9db70172adce3ad757151150e13 whitney replied to the topic Current Job Listings in the forum HR & Policies https://microschools.com/member-forums/topic/current-job-listings/#post-3578 Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:22:08 -0400 Phoenix, AZ (Bilingual-SPA/ENG) Humanities/ELD Coach (Innovative Micro High School) – 50-60k annuallyWho We Are and What We Are Looking For…

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]]> ee56cbad52bde896a5f04325f6864802 whitney started the topic Current Job Listings in the forum HR & Policies https://microschools.com/member-forums/topic/current-job-listings/ Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:19:30 -0400 Please post links for jobs available at your school.

]]> 38d584388c41794344c20a7038358fc7 whitney started the topic Seeking Insurance Policy in the forum HR & Policies https://microschools.com/member-forums/topic/seeking-insurance-policy/ Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:07:44 -0400 Hi! We have a new micro school owner in Indiana that is having difficulty securing a small insurance plan for this school year. They are just starting and only part-time. Does anyone have information or leads? Thanks!

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