December 16, 2018
When your kids are home for winter break, education ends up being the last thing on their minds. They just got done taking finals and the work from the semester is over. They’re probably looking forward to spending the next few weeks relaxing. Sleeping in until noon, playing video games, hanging out with their friends,…
December 12, 2018
Cold weather can be extremely trying for the young and the old. We, know that children need to stay busy even though it may be cold outside. They will need to have some things that they can do that will be both entertaining and educational. Making A Winter Picture Collage Kids love to do things…
December 3, 2018
The most productive employees are generally those that feel most valued. There are a number of ways throughout the year to show your employees you care, but the most important time may be over the holidays. Here are 4 ways to show employees you care this holiday. 1. Give them flex time Holidays are always…
December 2, 2018
Do you feel overwhelmed at work by your messy desk? Do you find yourself spending extra valuable time in your workday searching for materials or misplaced papers? Organizing your workspace can make a world of difference for your productivity, by alleviating undue stress caused by clutter and allowing you to take advantage of the resources…
November 30, 2018
The holidays are a time when we can allow creativity to flow in the classroom, and crafting is a fun way to enhance the education of our students. Crafts will get our students’ brains and hand working in tandem so their learning can be reinforced. Salt Dough Ornaments Salt dough ornaments can be done in…
November 16, 2018
What is a high school auditorium you ask? Well, it is the largest space in your school where the most significant meetings are held. This is the room that comfortably seats all faculty and students in the building at any given time. Typically, the auditorium has a hardwood floor with a glossy finish appropriate for…
November 12, 2018
As anyone in education knows, a well-organized locker can often be the first step to a successful school year. A tidy locker can help a student quickly find a book or assignment and get to class on time. While some students seem to have a natural knack for organization, there are a few tips that…
November 9, 2018
Do you remember your high school science classes? Even 50 years ago, educators realized that specialized furnishings and equipment were vital to successfully teaching hands-on subjects such as science. Technology is here to stay, and our classrooms need to modernize in order to keep up with the STEM demands in education. Why do chemistry and…
November 6, 2018
Gratitude is more than saying “Thank you”. It’s an attitude, a lifestyle, a mindset of thankfulness that can change the world around us. How do we teach this important philosophy to our young students? Teach It. Help students to know that gratitude is more than words but also give them real-life examples. Show them people in…
November 4, 2018
As an educator, you know safety in the science classroom is vital. Keeping safety top priority prevents accidents and helps students learn safe lab methods. These tips will help you as an educator make science education safe and purposeful. Plan Activities and Experiments Ahead of Time Plan science experiments ahead of time, before conducting them with…