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Teacher Appreciation Gifts Teachers Will Love

Teacher Appreciation Week falls on the first full week in May. Teacher appreciation gifts are the perfect way to show your teacher, child’s teacher, or fellow teacher how much they mean to you. Shine a spotlight on some hardworking teachers by giving them a thoughtful gift or kind note during this special week. 5 Starter […]

Teacher’s Lounge Wishlist

Teachers don’t get much downtime during the day, but when they have a few extra minutes to relax and enjoy a snack, a well-designed teacher’s lounge can help staff feel appreciated. Here are a few things to consider adding to your school’s teacher’s lounge. A Good Coffee Maker One essential for keeping many teachers […]

10 Fun Ways to Rest, Relax and Recharge Over Winter Break

Start your countdown — Christmas vacation is almost here! Of course, you still have to get through holiday concerts, kids on a sugar high from all the cookies and candy, dealing with stressed-out parents and one big classroom party before you can get 2015 in the books, but it’s so close you can almost taste […]

4 Tips to Stay Creative Over School Breaks

As an art teacher, it’s your job to develop and nurture a student’s creative side, assist with bringing more dimension and understanding to core subjects like math and science and help students express their individuality. That’s much easier done when you yourself are bright-eyed and bushy-tailed about the prospect of creation, right? Well, there’s […]

10 Tips for an Attitude Adjustment

The holidays are nearly here and odds are teachers are really ready for a break! Months of being “on”—giving your very best to every art class and every student every day—may have taken a toll on your attitude and maybe even your self-esteem. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, undervalued, or just plain worn out heading […]

Healthy Habits to Keep Your Classroom Germ Free

With the start of the new school year comes a whole new world of germs. Classrooms are notorious for being home to millions of bacteria, and it’s best for teacher and students alike if nobody gets sick. Fortunately, with a few basic precautions, you can keep your classroom germ-free. 6 Habits to Stop the […]