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June 2026: Just in, more Hall Pass updates!
Explore the latest Hāpara Hall Pass updates for June 2026, including new staff roles, one-way passes and a simplified student flow for multi-teacher classes.
Edtech tools for teachers: How to go from rollout to buy-in
Not all edtech tools for teachers get adopted in classrooms. Learn the four pillars of adoption that reduce friction, build buy-in and simplify workflows.
Beyond the install: A guide to K-12 software adoption
Turn K-12 software adoption into a success with strategies for educator buy-in, roll out and sustainable implementation in your district.
Hāpara Hall Pass: Another tool in your toolbelt for classroom management
Save teachers’ time and boost learning with Hāpara’s latest product updates, including student browsing history, screen sharing and a digital hall pass.
12 classroom management strategies for high school teachers
Discover effective classroom management strategies for high school that build trust, reduce distractions and support a focused digital learning environment.
How to improve K-12 student retention with effective classroom management
Learn how to improve student retention in K-12 schools using effective classroom management strategies, and see how Hāpara helps engage every learner.
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Hāpara Earns Global Recognition for Student-Centered Innovation
This year, Hāpara Student Dashboard Digital Backpack was named a finalist for the Edtech Cool Tool Award, and our CEO won the EdTech Leadership Award. Learn more about how the Hāpara team is committed to serving learners and educators by creating digital tools that power awesome learning.
What does an OER lesson plan look like?
You can find an already-created OER lesson plan online or create your own with open educational resources. Explore OER lesson plans and why you should use them.
Create Google Slides comics to boost engagement
Google Slides comics can boost learning engagement and improve reading comprehension. Discover ways to use them in the classroom and steps for creating them.
Hāpara helps North Dakota district put students first
Putting students first is the core focus of one school district in North Dakota. Discover how Hāpara tools helped them during a transitional period and beyond.
Exciting new updates for Hāpara Highlights
In the coming weeks, you may notice some small changes to Highlights that will make it a lot easier to see what your students are doing online and provide them with feedback. Here are some of the exciting updates we have in store.
EduProtocols to improve learning outcomes and engagement
Join Rich Dixon and Jon Corippo, author of the EduProtocols Field Guide for a discussion on how to develop meaningful, relevant instruction and break free from textbooks and worksheets.
A day in the life with Hāpara Student Dashboard
Explore how K-12 learners, teachers, school leaders and parents benefit every day from Hāpara Student Dashboard Digital Backpack.
Developing resilience in the classroom with Hāpara Highlights
Online learning can present challenges, such as keeping learners focused. Explore how to develop a classroom culture of resilience as students learn online.
Digital versus physical textbooks
Is your school considering digital textbooks? When it comes to digital versus physical textbooks, find out how they compare for K-12 communities.
Seven advantages of using digital textbooks in schools
Are digital textbooks worth it for K-12? Check out these seven advantages of using digital textbooks in schools to support your learners.
Use (and reuse) personalized Google Forms for peer feedback
Peer feedback is one of the most powerful tools a teacher has. Save time with these tips to use Google Forms for peer feedback in your K-12 classroom.
Four tips for teaching in uncertain times
Whether learning is remote or hybrid in your school, teachers need ways to engage all students. These four tips about digital tools will help boost learning.