Teachable Moments

South Carolina education officials recently released the 2023-2024 school report cards, compiled by the Department of Education and the Education Oversight Committee.

The National Education Association reports that over 90% of educators believe student mental health is a serious issue, with social media and personal device use being major contributors. Starting January of 2025, the South Carolina Department of Education will implement a ban on cell phones in classrooms.

Transitioning from high school to college can be challenging, especially for students with intellectual disabilities.

Conflict resolution is one of the most valuable life skills students learn in school. Disagreements are an important part of collaborating as a team, and research shows that cognitive muscles are strengthened when students are exposed to ideas that challenge them to think differently. 

The beginning of the school year brings challenges and excitement for students and families. One of the most concerning issues is being accepted by peers. 

Starting in 2025, South Carolina will introduce changes to the math curriculum for students from kindergarten to 12th grade.

As we observe National Dyslexia Awareness Month this October, it’s important to recognize the challenges students and families face.

With the increasing use of AI tools in education, the focus on ensuring students’ authentic work and deterring cheating has become paramount for teachers and schools, particularly in middle and high school settings.

Jobs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, also known as STEM fields, pay significantly higher salaries and are growing faster than other sectors, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

The start of the school year is an exciting time, but it can be stressful for families with children who have food allergies.