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The pandemic caused a greater loss in math instructional time compared to English language arts. There was also a loss in instructional time in virtual or distance learning compared to hybrid or in-classroom instruction.
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Charlie Shields, the state board of education’s president, said Missouri is at a "point of crisis" as a state commission tries to come up with solutions for its chronic teacher shortage.
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Missouri’s average starting teacher salary ranks as one of the lowest in the nation. Educators recounted that new and veteran teachers often have to find second jobs to make ends meet.
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The survey is part of an effort to study Missouri's teacher shortage and make policy changes to address high turnover rates. Teacher salaries in Missouri are some of the lowest in the nation.
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The bills now head to the Senate with two weeks left in the session.
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A new review from the National Education Association teachers union found Missouri teachers are near the bottom in pay by multiple measures.
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This year is part of a “transition” as Missouri education officials update the state’s accountability program for schools.
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There are myriad reasons for teacher shortages at all levels of education in Missouri. What is the state doing to fill the void?
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KCPS Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell says one of the keys to turning the district around was time and patience — from the school board, families and the community.
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Kansas City Public Schools Superintendent Mark Bedell said that while the district is celebrating regaining its full accreditation, they "have a lot of work to do."
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The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education recommended Kansas City Public Schools receive full accreditation after it posted gains in English language arts and math.
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More suburban school districts are talking about diversity and inclusion, but their Black students say they continue to face racism and discrimination.