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    Five Keys to Designing Highly Effective Community Schools

    Learning Spaces

    Recognizing that it truly takes a village for students to learn effectively, a growing number of school systems are embracing a “community schools” model of education. Schools become neighborhood centers that integrate wraparound services, such as tutoring, nutrition support, health care, mental health counseling, and workforce development, to meet students’ comprehensive needs. In California, […]

    Surprise Benefits of Robotics in Schools & Where to Start

    STEAM & STEM

    Robotics in schools has become increasingly important in today’s educational landscape. Join host Nancy Chung as she interviews Naomi Hartl, STEM Subject Matter Expert for School Specialty. Nancy and Naomi discuss how integrating robotics into the curriculum provides students valuable hands-on experience and fosters critical thinking skills. Learning From Mistakes One of the most […]

    Esports is Like a Magnet

    STEAM & STEM

    Esports is like a magnet! Competitive video gaming is gaining massive popularity among students, and it’s about more than just having fun. There are numerous benefits to incorporating esports into the classroom. Let’s dive into the exciting world of esports and why it’s a game-changer in schools. In this episode, host Nancy Chung interviews […]

    Solar Eclipse Safety Tips

    Science

    How to Prepare Students for an Upcoming Solar Eclipse A solar eclipse is a magical event. On August 21, 2017, schools and communities across America gathered to witness what became known as the Great American Eclipse. But that wasn’t the end of it. That was the first of three major solar eclipse events in […]

    2023 Crystal Apple Award Winners

    News

    Over 300 nominations describing amazing teachers poured in. More than 13,000 votes were cast. Now, the time has come to reveal the winners of our 9th Annual Crystal Apple Awards. Every year, School Specialty invites educators and school communities to nominate deserving teachers who embody our key contest criteria of inspiration, leadership, and passion. […]

    Get Ahead of the Class (Without Breaking the Bank)

    As the end of the school year approaches, teachers and administrators find themselves in a variety of budget discussions and considerations. Should you invest in one big purchase? Store up and stash some essential supplies? Time to update old equipment or make use of previously unused space? We’re here to help you get ahead […]

    Esports in School: College Football Playoff Foundation Teams Up With School Specialty to Build Esports Arena at Morningside High School

    News

    School Specialty continues its commitment to Transform More Than Classrooms through a longstanding relationship with the College Football Playoff Foundation (CFPF). As Georgia and TCU prepare for the College Football Playoff National Championship at Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles, CFPF and School Specialty were at Morningside High School in Inglewood unveiling a brand new […]

    Designing Effective Specialty Spaces in Schools

    Learning Spaces

    We know the design of a classroom significantly affects the type and quality of the learning experiences that students have in that environment—and therefore the educational outcomes that students achieve.1 The same holds true for other school spaces, too. A well-built space is one that is carefully designed to support its intended purpose. As […]

    School Specialty and the College Football Playoff Foundation Transform Virtual Reality Classroom at Woodworth Monroe Academy

    News

    School Specialty and the College Football Playoff Foundation (CFPF) teamed up again to makeover and reveal a new virtual reality classroom at Woodworth Monroe Academy in Inglewood, CA. This project is in continued support of School Specialty’s mission to “Transform More than Classrooms.” Over the past months, School Specialty worked with Woodworth Monroe Academy […]

    2022 NAEYC Conference

    News

    After two years, School Specialty is thrilled to return to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Conference in Washington, DC, November 16-19, 2022. We will be featuring some key pieces of classroom furniture and learning materials that support areas such as Dramatic Play, Science and STEM, as well as Sensory […]

    5 Necessities for Cold & Flu Season in the Classroom

    You know it’s coming every year, but with all the responsibilities piled on teachers, we know it can be difficult to cover all bases at all times. Back to school activities take control, and next thing you know, you’re decorating for Halloween. Then it’s winter break, and we’re into the early months of the […]