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    Professional Learning Helps Paso Robles Educators Use a Multisensory Room to Support Student Success

    Learning Spaces

    Snoezelen multisensory rooms can be highly effective resources for helping students regulate their emotions and giving them a sense of control over their surroundings. To get the most value out of these learning environments, however, teachers, therapists, and other staff should be well versed in how to guide students in the use of Snoezelen […]

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    Snoezelen Multisensory Room Helps Paso Robles Children Self-Regulate

    Learning Spaces

    Paso Robles Joint Unified School District, a school system with about 6,000 students in California’s Central Coast region, is working hard to overcome barriers to students’ learning—and a new Snoezelen® multi-sensory room at the Marie Bauer Early Education Center will help the district achieve this goal. Designed with the help of School Specialty learning […]

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    A Full Partner in Creating Early Learning Environments

    Learning Spaces

    Jefferson City Early Childhood Interior

    How School Specialty’s Expertise and End-to-End Support Turned a Bold Vision into a 71,000-Square-Foot Reality When Jefferson City School District began planning a new early childhood center, leaders knew they needed more than a furniture supplier. “We needed a true partner,” recalls Frank Underwood, Director of Facilities, Safety, Transportation & Security. “School Specialty and […]

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    Spark Student Creativity with These Fun Writing Prompts

    Inspiration & Planning

    A young elementary student sits at her desk among her peers, as she works away independently. She is dressed casually and focused on her work.

    Finding ways to get students excited about writing can sometimes feel like a challenge. That’s where the right creative writing prompts come in. A well-chosen prompt can unlock imagination, encourage self-expression, and build confidence in writing skills. To make it easier, we’ve gathered twelve fresh writing ideas for students, organized by grade level, so […]

    5 Ways to Honor Veterans in the Classroom for Veterans Day

    Celebrations & Themes

    U.S. veteran holding American flag. Anonymous army solider in National Guard wearing military uniform. Freedom concept for armed forces, military pride, patriotism on independence day / July 4th / Fourth of July or Veteran's Day. Waist up candid portrait or real life real people outdoors during summertime at a county fair in America.

    Every November 11, schools across the country pause to recognize the men and women who have served in the military. Veterans Day is not just a federal holiday; it’s a chance to teach students about service, sacrifice, and gratitude in meaningful ways. Whether you’re teaching in an elementary school, middle school, or high school, […]

    Integrating Arts Education into CTE Programs

    Learning Spaces

    When people think of career and technical education, they typically think of training in highly technical fields, often in STEM-related disciplines such as health care, engineering, and IT. But a growing number of schools are adding arts into their CTE programs, and for good reason: There are a large number of jobs that rely […]

    Cell Phones in Classrooms: What Are the Options?

    Classroom Management

    Teenage students are standing in the school hallway, all looking at their phones.

    These days, many school districts are banning cell phones in classrooms, joining a growing trend that pits learning against distraction. Educators argue that phones derail focus, while parents warn about access in emergencies or even the positive use of music or learning apps. The NEA recently highlighted a teacher-led movement calling for stricter policies […]

    Books to Help Prevent Bullying: Titles for Every Grade Level

    Inspiration & Planning

    A female Montessori teacher sits in front of a small group of children as she reads them a story. The children are each dressed casually and are listening attentively.

    Helping students navigate the social challenges of bullying can be one of the more difficult and important parts of teaching. Books are powerful tools for prompting conversations about empathy, respect, and standing up for others. Whether you’re looking to introduce a discussion during advisory time, support an anti-bullying lesson, or simply want to offer […]

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    Learning Environments to Support Students with Special Needs

    Learning Spaces

    Every student deserves a learning environment that accommodates their unique needs and abilities. When classrooms and other learning spaces are intentionally designed to remove barriers, support access, and foster the academic and social-emotional development of students with sensory processing needs and cognitive or physical challenges, then students are much more likely to succeed. As of […]

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    Art Lesson Plan: Legendary Sunset Landscapes

    Arts & Crafts

    Nothing can steal your breath away like a stunning sunset on a beautiful landscape scene. As difficult as it is to capture a sunset’s magic in a photo or on a canvas, this lesson comes pretty darn close! Landscapes allow viewers to see places they have never visited or be transported back to a place […]

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    Sweet Science: The Delicious World of Ice Cream

    Science

    Small dish of vanilla ice cream in a white cup

    What if we told you that one of the best ways to teach science this week starts with a bag of ice and ends with a scoop of homemade ice cream? This activity isn’t just a treat; it’s a hands-on lesson in chemistry, states of matter, following step-by-step instructions, and even teamwork. Perfect for […]

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    Art Lesson Plan: Metallic, Iridescent, and Fluorescent

    Arts & Crafts

    Students will create a vibrant and beautiful “seascape painting” that depicts a bird or other coastal animal in its natural habitat. Students will display vivid colors, shimmer, and brilliance with Liquitex® Iridescent, Metallic, and Fluorescent Acrylics. Instructors can also enable students to see the relationships and applications of art to the fields of science, […]

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