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National K-12 Leaders to Showcase Solutions for Funding Gaps and Workforce Readiness at Future-Focused Learning Summit
School districts nationwide face severe funding shortages and growing uncertainty about federal support, creating difficult choices about critical resources that support instruction, student support services and others. The Future-Focused Learning Summit, hosted by Successful Practices Network (SPN), will showcase proven strategies from innovative districts that have successfully navigated these challenges. Attendees will leave with tailored action plans addressing their specific circumstances, ensuring tangible solutions to ongoing educational needs despite tightening resources.
Statewide absenteeism and truancy summit in Shelby County
SHELBY COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - Over 300 educators from around the state of Alabama have gathered to figure out how to address chronic absenteeism and keep your kids in school.
Since the pandemic, a rise in chronic absenteeism has created challenges for schools nationwide.
Leaders with Attendance Works and the National Dropout Prevention Center said chronic absenteeism has doubled, which is why the summit focused on ways to bring students back to school.
National conference convenes education leaders around ‘future-focused schools’
Hundreds of education leaders from across the country gathered in Washington, D.C., last week for Successful Practices Network’s (SPN) 2024 Future-Focused Schools Conference.
New Orleans to Host 34th Annual National Dropout Prevention Conference
The National Dropout Prevention Center will be hosting its 34th Annual National Dropout Prevention Conference in the vibrant and culturally rich city of New Orleans from October 14-16, 2024.
New Video Series with Dr. Robert Peters
Future Focused Success for ALL Children
Join Dr. Robert Peters for weekly insights from Educators and Administrators. These leaders are building strong Future-Focused cultures in their schools, and they're here to share what it looks, feels, and means for students. Each week, we'll bring you a fresh perspective on how to create a learning environment that empowers all students to succeed in the ever-evolving world.
Mississippi Department of Education Partners with National Dropout Prevention Center to Implement Statewide Truancy Initiative
Mississippi Launches Statewide Initiative to Combat Chronic Absenteeism
SPN Finalizes Future-Focused Schools Conference
Uniting the nation's most accomplished and innovative K-12 schools and districts