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A Superintendent's Will to Beat Cancer

When City View (Texas) Independent School District Superintendent Steve Harris was diagnosed with stage III squamous cell carcinoma last November, he kept his spirits up and started doing research. He decided to take a chance on the newest version of a proton radiation treatment—only available in a few places in the world—at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas.

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Innovation in Rural Alaska

Collaborative technologies have bridged miles and led to across-the-board student improvement.

The Rise of Digital Content

The Ideal Classroom Device

One Tablet Per Child?

Apps and digital content are on the rise, and the multitouch interface may prove to be a game-changer for K12 schools.

Free Mobile Tech Pilot Program

Hatch, a leading provider of technology for early learning, is accepting applications through May 31 for a free pilot program of their mobile technology solution.

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Not Your Mother's Student Information System

Like seemingly everyone else connected to K12 education, vendors that offer student information systems are being called upon to do more with less. Where past generations of these systems focused on nuts and bolts such as time, attendance and behavioral issues, the latest generation has created-and drawn inspiration from-districts' desires for all-in-one solutions that blend finance, HR and student data.

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What Questions Should You Ask Before Buying a SIS?

Not Your Mother's Student Information System

Districts demand integrated solutions, in addition to parent portals and mobile access—all while saving costs.

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