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The Device Conundrum
As parents, we may grapple daily with the device conundrum. Do our kids spend too much time on their phones? Are they able to engage socially without their phones?…
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Winter (Break) is Coming
At my school there are officially 14 school days between now and winter break. There are numerous activities happening during those days. This week marks the Hour of Code,…
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Perfect Teaching
To me, perfect teaching is not writing the perfect lesson plan or following the program to a T. And it’s certainly not one checking the boxes off of a…
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Only A Child?
Our schools should not only be about students learning, but more importantly, students learning to make an impact. We, as adults, might underestimate children. We might not think…
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Using Debate in the Classroom
As I prepared to watch the first Presidential debate last night, I considered my longstanding interest in political speech, oration, and debate. It started with a speech class I…
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Engaging to Empathize
As educators, we often must engage in difficult conversations. It might be a student, parent, or colleague. Remember that developing empathy is the key to successfully navigating these situations.…
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5 Resources to Help Students Learn about the World
Check out these great resources to help students learn more about the world. Links include geography games, tour builders, and other website solutions to engage students in learning about…
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A Checklist
A Checklist How will you make a difference today? Check off the difference that you are making for students. Add to our list. Share in the comments section below.…
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Reflections from Edcamp 2016
Yesterday, our school district hosted our 2nd annual Edcamp. The idea of replacing our traditional Professional Development day with an event based on teacher voice and choice actually sprang…