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Far more Maryland students are missing too much school
Coming out of the pandemic, students in Maryland and across the nation, had a hard time getting back into the habit of being in school...
Jan 31, 20243 min read
KARLO YOUNG APPOINTED PRESIDENT TO LEAD CONCENTRIC EDUCATIONAL SOLUTIONS’ STRATEGIC EXPANSION
Young will leverage over 20 years of leadership experience in education to oversee national operations. Concentric Educational...
Jan 31, 20242 min read
The Baltimore Banner announces its 2024 Emerging Leaders honorees
The Baltimore Banner selected 13 community leaders as its 2024 Emerging Leaders honorees, who will be recognized at an event in May. ...
Jan 25, 20241 min read
Showcasing the Startups at State of GovTech — ICYMI
Leaders from Orijin, Medex Forensics, Societal and Terra.do — gov tech startups singled out by judges at the State of GovTech event —...
Jan 19, 20241 min read
Schools are suffering from low attendance
But students are suffering even more. Class is again in session, but not everyone heard the bell. Following the Covid-19 lockdown,...
Jan 18, 20243 min read
Chronic absenteeism is changing K-12 education
In the years since COVID-19 forced schools to move instruction online, we’ve seen a renewed effort to get kids back into the classroom. ...
Jan 18, 20241 min read
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Don’t Call Them Truant Officers Anymore
Schools turn absenteeism problem over to private companies and ‘professional student advocates’ That school absenteeism remains sky-high...
Jan 14, 20241 min read
Venture-funded company makes it a mission to reduce skyrocketing student absenteeism
Concentric Educational Solutions collaborates with Detroit-area schools to address the rising issue of absenteeism. In Ecorse, Michigan,...
Jan 9, 20242 min read
Has School Become Optional?
In the past few years, chronic absenteeism has nearly doubled. The fight to get students back in classrooms has only just begun. This...
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EAB Partners with Mantra Health to Connect College Students with Proven Mental Health Support
Partnership reflects the importance of mental health to student success WASHINGTON, DC – January 8, 2024 – Higher education research and...
Jan 8, 20243 min read
The 39 Best Coding Bootcamps
Course Report’s Top Schools of 2024 As the leading authority on coding bootcamps, the team at Course Report has been researching,...
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Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/19
In today's ever-changing world of education and workforce development, technology is increasingly shaping the opportunities available to students, schools, and employers. From online talent marketplaces and cutting-edge edtech tools to personalized support systems and updated regulations, these changes reflect a shared effort to make education more transparent, results-focused, and centered around the learner.
Dec 19, 20254 min read


Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/12
In today's rapidly evolving workforce Industry, traditional pathways into employment are facing unprecedented challenges, from eroding entry-level opportunities to shifting perceptions of higher education's value. As AI continues to transform skill requirements and job roles, innovative approaches (such as portfolio-based work-based learning, skills-first strategies, and streamlined educational systems) are emerging as vital solutions to bridge gaps and foster economic mobili
Dec 12, 20254 min read


Edtech and Workforce Development News Roundup - 12/05
In this week's News Roundup, the articles featured highlight how the traditional pathways from education to career are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. From the widening gap between high school graduation and workforce readiness to the diminishing returns of a college degree, stakeholders across the education and employment sectors are rethinking how we prepare young people for success.
Dec 5, 20254 min read

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