10 reasons we love teachers
Just seven days a year to celebrate teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week is hardly sufficient. After all, they celebrate our students’ wins and teach them lessons through their…
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3 supports for educators implementing restorative justice practices
Educators are embracing restorative justice practices to facilitate safe and relational school environments and address inequities in school disciplinary practices. Research-based guidance offers insights on how to structurally…
Why STEM is more important for students than ever
STEM education might seem a bit overwhelming, but if teachers can move past their initial hesitation, they're likely to find more than a couple ways to highlight STEM…
4 resources to differentiate computer science instruction
Differentiating instruction is not a new approach to bridging the varying learning styles of students with different backgrounds and learning abilities.
Celebrating Earth Day with Resources from Discovery Education
Charlotte, NC — In celebration of Earth Day 2023, Discovery Education presents K-12 teachers and students a diverse array of ... Read more
Poptential™ From Certell Offers Content on Tax Day for High School Teachers
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — As Tax Day approaches, Poptential™, a family of free social studies course packages, offers instructors media-rich content ... Read more
As we embrace the ‘science of reading,’ we can’t leave out older students
The day before my first day of teaching middle school in 2018, I decorated my Brooklyn public school classroom with quotes from famous people reflecting on the importance…
School social workers fill critical gaps in student care
As a social worker for in-district classroom inside of a Texas elementary school, I have the honor of serving some of the most vulnerable students in our community.…
5 ways to make way for science in an ELA and math world
How much time do you think the average K–3 student spends learning about science? Thirty minutes a day? An hour a day? Well, according to the 2018 National…
5 innovative ways educators are using digital learning tools
Digital learning has not always been as ubiquitous as it is today--in fact, a decade ago, the concept made many educators uncomfortable. But today, digital learning resources are…
7 reasons AP automation is the antidote to finance department burnout
Education institutions are forced to do more with less, putting extra stress on employees. Without realizing it, schools often have processes that create even more work, particularly in…
Navigate360 Recognizes New Jersey School District with Excellence Award for School Culture & Climate
RICHFIELD, OHIO (PRWEB) — Navigate360, the nation’s leader in K–12 school safety and student wellness solutions, announces the recognition of Greater ... Read more
Buchanan County Schools See 380% Improvement in Reading with Carnegie Learning
Pittsburgh, PA– Carnegie Learning, a leader in artificial intelligence for K-12 education and formative assessment, announced today that elementary students ... Read more
The digital assistant designed for the classroom
Teachers have so many things to juggle every day. Technology shouldn’t be one of them. By simply saying “Hey Merlyn,” ... Read more
Engaging Presidents’ Day videos for students
Though schools are closed on Presidents' Day, discussing topics related to the holiday is a great way to engage students in their learning, taking historical processes and events…
5 education innovation trends worth watching in 2023
2022 marked a confusing year in the world of education innovation. As a friend and school leader said to me a few months ago, “Innovation is dead, right?”
5 Valentine’s Day videos for students
Valentine's Day breaks up the winter doldrums and gives students a chance to create heart-shaped crafts and share candy or gifts with classmates.
How to use alternative assessments in the classroom
Did you know that a 5th grade teacher is expected to guide students to mastery of 200 standards each year? Given a typical school year of 180 days,…
Is now a good time for a reset?
At this time of year, I hear a common refrain from school leaders I know: 1) This work is challenging, 2) We have a plan for student success,…
How to provide effective and engaging virtual therapy for kids
As was the case for so many other therapists working with children and families, March 2020 felt overwhelming in our center for child and family therapy. From seeing…
Does 4 equal 5? Research on impacts of 4-day school weeks
Four-day weeks are becoming more common in school districts, particularly in rural areas of the U.S. Many districts are finding students and families like the shorter school weeks.…
5 ways virtual tutoring reinforces our after-school program
We’ve been working to reinforce and reinvigorate our after-school program with the goal of reaching more students who need it. Staffing shortages and not enough hours in the…
Virtual school nurses can play a pivotal role in schools
Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes requires extremely careful management. The process of counting carbs, monitoring blood sugar, and injecting insulin throughout the day can be complex…
5 ways tech helps create calmer learning environments
When I started as a school counselor more than 15 years ago, technology in the classroom looked much different than it does today. Only a handful of students…
Prioritizing teacher well-being can help schools retain talent
As a school administrator, you’re faced with a range of challenges every day. One of the most common at the moment is mitigating the negative impacts of teacher…
How to be proactive in your cybersecurity strategy
Keeping K-12 schools safe from cyberattacks has become a growing concern for educational institutions, especially as these attacks increase in sophistication and frequency nationwide.
Teaching ‘stranger danger’ should extend to the virtual world
It’s becoming increasingly more urgent for us to protect our students from the constant threats they face online. Teaching them how to navigate these threats must include four…
9 TED-Ed Lessons about different holiday origins
Most schools are gearing up for December break, and students' attention spans are likely to grow shorter each day. But crafting a video-based lesson that explores different holidays…
Ransomware attackers head back to school
Just when we thought the painful trend of ransomware attacks on public schools might be waning, news arrived of a massive incident. Over Labor Day weekend, the country’s…
Are you connected for digital classroom success?
The 21st century classroom requires reliable, high performance, and secure Wi-Fi to support the wide variety of teaching methods and ... Read more
3 ways schools play a vital role in community safety
Schools do so much for a community. They provide a safe place for children to learn and grow each day, filled with educators who truly care. However, as…
Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Present Engaging Resources Supporting STEM Day Observances
Charlotte, NC.— Discovery Education and select social impact partners are offering engaging, high-quality digital learning resources to students and teachers ... Read more
Best School District in El Paso, Texas Partners With BibliU to Secure Universal Learning Benefits for Dual-Credit Students
NEW YORK and LONDON – BibliU, the EdTech innovator democratizing content accessibility, announced today that the Ysleta Independent School District ... Read more
In post-COVID schools, let’s redouble efforts to support students
The other day, my friend’s high school daughter complained, “It’s not fair!” “What’s not fair?” her mother asked. “Everyone is cheating!” her daughter replied. “They started doing it…
Problem-based learning helped boost my underserved students’ engagement
As educators, our charge is to impart knowledge onto our students, open new doors for them, and encourage them to stretch beyond their comfort zones. We try to…
Kentucky Educational Cooperatives Partner with BloomBoard to Increase Statewide Teacher Retention
Cold Spring, KY and Murray, KY — Bloomboard, the leading provider of teacher micro-credentials, announces a partnership with Northern Kentucky ... Read more
Poptential™ Expands Bell Ringer Content in Free Social Studies Curriculum
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Poptential™, an award-winning family of free social studies course packages, has expanded and enhanced its Bell Ringer ... Read more
8 ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15–October 15, starts in the middle of the month because that day that marks the independence of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras,…
3 strategies to support youth mental health
Every year more than 1.2 million students drop out of high school in the United States--that breaks down to 7,000 students every day. Leaving high school has major…
What if we gave every teacher a work from home day?
School and district-based staff are understandably wary about the new school year. Teachers, the majority of whom are women, are struggling under the immense pressure of pandemic schooling.…