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More Calls to Slow Down the Implementation of Common Core

It appears the calls for a slowdown in the implementation of Common Core continue coming this time from the American Association of School Administrators. The first call to slowdown the implementation of … Continue reading

June 17, 2014 · Leave a comment

Most Common Twitter Terms Explained

I realize I come late to the land of Twitter so what I am about to share with you might be old hat.  However, always the life-long-learner, I could not resist the … Continue reading

June 16, 2014 · Leave a comment

NASSP Urges Slowdown in Common Core Implementation

  In a move that many would say has been in the works for many months, the National Association of Secondary School Principals is calling for a slowdown in the … Continue reading

June 8, 2014 · 1 Comment

We Are Our Own Best Resource

This picture from Twitter is yet another example of how important it is for teachers to collaborate with one another. We are truly our own best resource. tlb   Source … Continue reading

June 8, 2014 · Leave a comment

Innovative Education: Make Room for What Ifs | Edutopia

Creating Innovators’ author, Tony Wagner believes the best thing we can do for students is to teach them to be innovative thinkers and doers. Like many, Wagner also believes it is … Continue reading

June 7, 2014 · Leave a comment

Why a good education benefits us all — even if you’re long past being a student

One year ago, TED Talks launched its first televised series for PBS dedicated to education. Bringing together a diverse group of voices and perspectives, this series was widely viewed by … Continue reading

June 6, 2014 · Leave a comment

Parents at School: Studies Probe What Helps & What Doesn’t

Many schools every year work to find ways to increase parent involvement. Whether your school has an active PTA/Parent Association or your school has work to do to develop a … Continue reading

June 2, 2014 · Leave a comment

Education Can Change the World

What a powerful message from a heroic voice. Education is the only true game changer for boys and girls. tlb   Source Source

June 1, 2014 · Leave a comment

Embrace Your Calling: Lessons from Maya Angelou

“Don’t just teach because that’s all you can do. Teach because it’s your calling. And once you realize that, you have a responsibility to the young people.” – Maya Angelou, … Continue reading

May 31, 2014 · 2 Comments

Staying Connected: The Last Weeks of the School Year

We have come to that time of the school year when the days are a bit longer, there is plenty of warm weather, and keeping students focused is a tad harder than … Continue reading

May 22, 2014 · Leave a comment