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 […]
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Teaching Inspirations and Exploring the Galaxy
For this episode of It’s Time For Science, we’re going to space! Host Tom Racine talks with renowned astrophysicist Dr. Erika Hamden and science teacher Dave Curry. Dave Curry is an experienced middle school science teacher and the 2023 recipient of the Paul DeHart Hurd Award, presented by the National Middle Level Science Teachers Association (NMLSTA), […]
Educator Insights from NSTA
For the first episode of It’s Time For Science, we traveled to the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Host Tom Racine sat down with three educators from South Carolina: Yolanda Bennett, Ed Emmer, and Felipe AndreSilva. We couldn’t have asked for a more engaging and diverse group, and our conversation […]
2023 Crystal Apple Award Winners
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 Education: Career Opportunities and Cognitive Development from Gaming
Let’s talk about gaming in education! Bet you didn’t see that one coming. If you did, it’s likely because you’ve seen the latest research trends showing the potential positive impacts of gaming and the growing list of gaming jobs and eSports career paths. Or perhaps you’ve noticed the explosive growth of eSports in education […]
Esports in School: College Football Playoff Foundation Teams Up With School Specialty to Build Esports Arena at Morningside High School
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
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
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
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 […]
How Smart School Design Promotes Teacher Wellness
The pandemic has taken a big toll on students’ mental health, and so it’s no surprise that student wellness is a top concern among K-12 leaders. But what about the teachers, paraprofessionals, and other support staff who are tasked with educating students every day? COVID has been just as hard on their mental health […]
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