In the 13th episode of The Schoolyard Podcast, host Nancy Chung sits down with two incredible educators, Juan Edgar Gonzalez, Jr. (@teaching3rdwithmrg on Instagram) and Rebecka Peterson (@rebeckapeterson_ on Instagram), to discuss their love of literacy and numeracy. Juan Edgar Gonzalez, Jr. Juan Edgar Gonzalez, Jr. is an elementary school teacher who is well-known […]
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Five Keys to Creating Healthy Learning Environments That Support Staff and Student Wellness
When students are healthy, happy, and physically active, research shows they perform much better academically—and learning healthy habits at an early age can set them up for a lifetime of success. While PK-12 leaders are rightly focused on the well-being of their students, staff health and wellness are just as important for student success. […]
School Specialty and the College Football Playoff Foundation: YES Academy Media Center Makeover
School Specialty® and the College Football Playoff Foundation® (CFPF) share a common goal to improve educator resources and provide children with better learning opportunities. This mission is supported by both organizations through CFPF’s Extra Yard for Teachers® program. This time, we headed to Los Angeles with a design in mind for a new media center at YES Academy! The […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 11: Creating Inclusive Early Childhood Spaces
An inclusive early childhood classroom space is an intentional environment that promotes both physical and emotional development. In this episode, host Nancy Chung interviews early childhood expert Jennifer Fernandez, and we welcome back Cecilia Cruse, MS, OTR/L, to discuss ways to create an early childhood space and how to modify it to encourage independence […]
Start a Robotics Program at your School
Starting up a robotics program or updating an existing program is a fun and rewarding initiative, but it also requires time, patience, and knowledge. Administrators, parents, and community members will likely want to know how and why such a program is a good investment for the students and their futures. As a teacher, you’re […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 10: Let’s Talk About Burnout and Staff Shortages
The teacher shortage problem across the nation is indeed a pressing issue. Many schools struggle to find qualified teachers, leading to large class sizes and increased workloads for existing teachers. This, in turn, contributes to teacher burnout. In this episode, host Nancy Chung interviews Dr. Richard Warren Jr., an award-winning educator, professor, and renowned […]
Contract Buying: No Bids, No RFPs, All the Savings
If your buying process still involves sending out RFPs (Request for Proposal) and waiting for bids, it’s time you discover the faster, smarter, legally compliant way to buy: using a contract through School Specialty. The Advantages of Contract Buying Save Money Stay Legally Compliant Save Time and Streamline the Purchasing Process School Specialty: Your […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 9: Sensory Spaces, Not Just for Students
Sensory spaces are carefully crafted to create a multisensory experience that can help us relax, focus, or simply enjoy the moment. In this episode, host Nancy Chung interviews occupational therapist and School Specialty’s subject matter expert for Special Needs, Cecilia Cruse. We also welcome back School Specialty’s National Education Strategist, Dr. Sue Ann Highland. […]
It’s Time for Science Podcast Episode 6: Getting Families Involved in Science
It’s Time for Science! In this episode, host Tom Racine talks with Leonor Rebosura from Newark Unified School District and Kimberly Astle from the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. We also remember the life and legacy of FOSS co-director Larry Malone. Episode Guests Leonor Rebosura Leonor Rebosura, Director of Teacher Induction […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 8: Healthy Teachers, Healthy Students
Physical well-being is an important step towards mental well-being. In this episode, host Nancy Chung interviews Maya Evans, CEO and Founder of Mental and Muscle, LLC, to discuss the importance of both mental and physical fitness for teachers and students. Physical Well-being and Social Emotional Learning Teachers and students often find themselves sitting for […]
School Specialty and the College Football Playoff Foundation: Cherry Creek Elementary School Media Center Makeover
School Specialty® and the College Football Playoff Foundation® (CFPF) share a common goal to improve educator resources and provide children with better learning opportunities. This mission is supported by both organizations through CFPF’s Extra Yard for Teachers® program. We’ve been extra busy lately, and this time, we took our tools to Cherry Creek Elementary School in Utah for a […]
School Specialty and the College Football Playoff Foundation: Orange Center Elementary Media Center Makeover
School Specialty® and the College Football Playoff Foundation® (CFPF) share a common goal to improve educator resources and provide children with better learning opportunities. This mission is supported by both organizations through CFPF’s Extra Yard for Teachers® program. This time, we took our tools to Orange Center Elementary in Florida for a modern media center makeover! Orange Center Elementary is […]
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