As the school year draws to a close, this simple summer collage art lesson plan could be a great way to fit one more fun activity into the class schedule. Allow students to choose from a variety of summer-themed art supplies (more detailed suggestions in the supply list below) and use their chosen items […]
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Beatrice Elementary School Case Study
A modern new elementary school helps Beatrice, Nebraska, put students at the center of learning. If you ask students to describe what their school is like, chances are you wouldn’t hear the word “fun” used very often. Most school facilities have a very institutional look and feel, designed to keep students compliant while teachers […]
The Schoolyard Podcast S2, E1: Back to School Magic
Classroom Setup Tips with Happily Ever Elementary The Schoolyard Podcast is back for another season! In this season’s first episode, host Nancy Chung welcomes back special guests Stephanie Osmondson and Loreal Hemenway from @happilyeverelementary. The episode focuses on preparations for returning back to school, specifically discussing classroom setup tips and practical ideas for creating […]
It’s Time for Science Podcast Episode 14: Back to School Readiness
This month on It’s Time for Science, it’s time to talk about going back to school! Host Tom Racine talks with Dr. Anne Farley Schoeffler, the president of the National Middle Level Science Teachers Association, and award-winning outside educator Rachel Arbor. Episode Summary Tom and Dr. Schoeffler discuss tips on preparing for back to […]
Set Goals and Prepare Your Science Classroom for Back to School
As an educator, welcoming students back to school takes preparation. From stocking the science shelves to potential changes in curriculum and lesson plans, getting a head start is helpful. Once the school year starts, trying to squeeze in planning during your lunch period or early in the morning can quickly lead to teacher burnout. […]
Your Planning Partner, Step 1: Set Goals
We know educators are being asked to do more than ever, and educators know planning ahead is the best way to achieve your goals. As your planning partner, we want to help simplify the planning process so you head into each new school year fully prepared to engage and inspire young minds. Whether you’re […]
Three Ways to Effectively Extend Early Learning
Early learning opportunities give children a critical foundation for success. High-quality early learning programs help children learn the basic academic skills and the social and emotional competencies they’ll need for more advanced learning. Research shows these programs can benefit all children—but especially English learners and those who come from low-income households.1 Early learning has […]
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 […]
School Specialty Announces 2022 Crystal Apple Award Winners
Three Outstanding Winning Teachers Represent Schools in N.C, Fla. and Penn.; Winners Receive $500 School Specialty Credit for Classroom, $250 Credit for School CHICAGO, IL — June 21, 2022 — School Specialty, a leading provider of learning environments, supplies, and curriculum materials for the pre K-12 education marketplace, today announced three outstanding teachers have […]
5 Keys to Extended Learning Opportunities and Why They Matter
All students now likely have some form of unfinished learning due to the impact of COVID-19. As a principal of a high-needs inner-city school, there were many questions I encountered that needed to be answered when designing our program for extended learning opportunities. What makes extended learning meaningful for students? How do we engage students […]
Eight Evidence-Based Extended Learning Opportunities That Propel Students Forward
Last year, student achievement took a huge hit in most districts nationwide due to the impact of COVID-19. At the time, I was a school principal at a low-income, high-needs school, and we had many challenges to overcome as we hired staff members and prepared our extended learning summer program. Like school administrators nationwide, […]
Extended and Expanded Learning: What Research and Experience Tell Us
I can proudly say that I have been in education for over thirty years. I was a classroom teacher for much of that time, but I also spent many years providing expanded learning opportunities as a private tutor in my community. At first, the big draw for acquiring my services was because I was a […]
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