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The guide will enlighten new principals and refresh seasoned ones on the basic requirements of private schools and the programs they may participate in; how private schools fit into Wisconsin’s education infrastructure; and, the resources available to your school as a WCRIS member.
School Safety
Seven Expert Tips for the End of the Year
Safety experts encourage schools to use the remaining weeks of the academic year to evaluate their safety measures; check-in on students during this unique time of the year; and, start planning safety improvements for the future.
1. Review and Reflect
It’s important for school leadership, staff and other key stakeholders/partners (emergency responders, parents, students) to review and discuss progress that has been made on their school’s safety and security goals and priorities this past school year, prior to the end of the school year.
Past Incidents: Schools often use this time to review any incidents that occurred during the year, analyzing what happened and why.
Safety Drills: Reflection on the effectiveness of drills and emergency procedures practiced throughout the year can help identify areas for improvement.
A new report investigating how Christian schools worldwide are navigating Artificial Intelligence (AI) was recently published by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). ACSI schools in Wisconsin are WCRIS members.
According to the study, about one-third of surveyed educators reported using AI at school. Common uses included tapping AI for:
Automated tasks, such as generating essay prompts or lesson plan ideas;
New learning tools, such as AI-powered games;
Adaptive learning, providing students with more or less challenging materials depending on their performance; and,
Individualized learning, in which AI-powered tutoring programs tailor instruction to students’ needs.
The report also includes educators’ reported AI concerns and discussion on different approaches to using AI at school.
In the latest edition of its newsletter, the Council for American Private Education (CAPE) covers the updated Title IX regulations; encourages private schools to participate in national math and reading assessments; and, announces new, federal overtime compensation rules. Read it here.
WCRIS is Wisconsin’s state chapter of CAPE and is one of the largest in the nation. In addition to state-level advocacy, your WCRIS membership includes national representation through CAPE. See all 38 state CAPE chapters here.
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