Cognia to Merge With EL Education in Latest Assessment, Curriculum Deal

K-12 accreditor Cognia plans to merge with English language arts curriculum provider EL Education, the nonprofit organizations announced, as they aim to address a wider range of students’ learning needs.
May 29, 2026 | by Michelle Caffrey, EdWeek Market Brief
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New Mexico elementary school partners with NASA and earns elite STEM certification

Colinas Del Norte Elementary School celebrated after becoming the only public school in New Mexico to earn a prestigious STEM certification from the nonprofit Cognia, which accredits schools all over the world.
May 13, 2026 | by Micaela DePauli, KRQE News | Rio Rancho, New Mexico
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From Compliance to Clarity: What Students Need and Innovating School Improvement

When a school is identified for improvement under ESSA, the conversation often jumps straight to solutions — but leaders need to understand why improvement is needed before determining their solutions
March 26, 2026 | by Donna Johnson Geist
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Planning with purpose: Strategic thinking drives strategic planning

Richmond County Schools shows what can happen when strategic planning brings everyone to the table.
February 17, 2026 | by Nicole Reeves, Ed.D.
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Professional Intimacy of Board Chair Relations

The importance of taking time to build a high level of trust between superintendent and board chair.
October 1, 2025 | by Jared Cordon, Superintendent Roseburg, Oregon
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Brodie Croyle and Gov. Ivey speak at Cognia IMPACT

Governor Ivey kicked off day 2 of 2 of the annual Cognia Alabama IMPACT Conference.
September 10, 2025 | by WSFA 12 News Staff | Montgomery, AL
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Education leaders discuss chronic absenteeism in Alabama schools

The state defines chronic absenteeism as a student missing 18 or more days of school within a school year, which is 10% of the state’s instructional time.
September 9, 2025 | by Jessica Umbro, WSFA 12 News | Montgomery, AL
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Different Paths, Same Vision

Four Models for Cross-Curricular STEM Integration
June 7, 2025 | by Dr. Angela Hairston, Dr. Jennifer James, Karie Ann Middleton, Nicole Murray, and David Simmons
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Building a new CTE model for underserved students

Preparing students in disadvantaged neighborhoods for career opportunities in the trades requires community collaboration, writes Brad Gentry.
May 22, 2025 | by Brad Gentry
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Agility in Education: Balancing Global Scope with Local Needs in International Schools

International school leaders must balance the global vision of their educational community with a deep responsiveness to local needs.
May 1, 2025 | by Andrew Sherman and Zakaria Laaraj
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