Cultivating a Positive School Culture: Nurturing Growth, Connection, and Success
School culture encompasses the shared values, beliefs, norms, and traditions that shape the overall atmosphere and experience within a school. It sets the tone for learning, relationships, and the overall well-being of students and staff. A positive school culture fosters a supportive, inclusive,...
Don't Take "I Don't Know" for An Answer
In classrooms around the world, a common response from students when faced with a question is often a sheepish, "I don't know." Sometimes when students answer with IDK, they actually mean it, but the majority of the time the IDK answer stems from something else. Being able to identify the reasons...
Project Based Learning Is So Much More Than An Assignment
You just finished a unit in your class. For their final project, you are going to have students create a presentation on one of the five main learning concepts from the unit. They will have three days in class to complete the presentation and two days dedicated to presenting. Once they are...
10 Essential Hacks That Can Help You Be A Better Parent
Parenting is an incredible journey filled with joy, challenges, and personal growth. Every parent wants to provide the best possible upbringing for their children, but it's natural to encounter difficulties along the way. Thankfully, there are several practical hacks you can adopt to enhance your...
Be A Magenta Teacher: Compassionate, Optimistic, Balanced, Adaptable, Content
The term "magenta teacher" was coined by James Alan Sturtevant, author of Teaching In Magenta. Sturtevant defines a magenta teacher as someone who is passionate about teaching, who is committed to helping students learn, and who creates a positive and supportive learning environment.
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Learn from The Past And Move Into Modern Teaching
As we continue to reflect on the COVID-19 pandemic, it is fair to say that education has changed entirely. It is almost impossible to go back to where we were before the pandemic because students and teachers have changed so much.
The ways students learn and the ways teachers adapt continue to...
5 Real World Math Projects to Use in Your Classroom
Mathematics is more than just numbers and formulas; it is a powerful tool that can be applied to various real-world scenarios. Engaging students in real-world math projects not only helps them understand the practical applications of math but also enhances their critical thinking and...
Fostering A Love of Reading: A Collaborative Effort
Reading is a gateway to knowledge, imagination, and personal growth. Instilling a love of reading in students is a shared responsibility that lies not only with teachers and school leaders but also with parents. When parents, teachers, and school leaders collaborate to make reading enjoyable,...
Use Learning Centers to Turn Students Into Brilliant Leaders
A student leader is a student who takes on a leadership role in their classroom. As teachers, we want to help all students develop and foster leaderships skills so students can succeed in school and in life. Just by observing your classroom, you can see which of your students are already...
Hack The Hiring Process And Develop A Team of Exceptional Educators
Teacher shortage is not exclusive to the United States; it is a global issue that affects many countries around the world. While the severity and specific causes may vary from country to country, the shortage of qualified teachers is a concern in numerous educational systems worldwide.
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