October 15, 2015
A class reunion is a special celebration of togetherness and nostalgia that’s often best appreciated right where it all began – back at school! October is class reunion month, and while you may not have any reunions schedule yet, do you feel that your school has adequate space to host one in the future? If…
October 13, 2015
Way back when President John F. Kennedy was in office in 1962 our nation’s leader decided it would be beneficial to devote one entire week each year to the celebration of the ever-so-important school lunch program. Every year since, school cafeterias nationwide have celebrated this wonderful week with lunchroom decorations, school events and even special…
October 9, 2015
‘Tis the season for picking pumpkins and carving jack-o-lanterns, so why not bring these festive activities to the classroom? While carving out a pumpkin may seem like a dangerous endeavor, rest assured that there are plenty of classroom-friendly alternatives to help your students create a Halloween jack-o-lantern worthy of any front stoop! That being said, here are…
October 7, 2015
A solid set of lockers is the backbone of any educational building. Without a properly functioning and secure locker system in the hallways, locker rooms, and necessary classrooms, the opportunity for students to get the most out of their educational experience is limited. As you walk through the halls this fall, take special care to…
September 30, 2015
October is National Book Month, the perfect opportunity to encourage your students to incorporate regular reading into their academic and daily lives. Studies have shown that the more we read, the better our problem solving and cognitive skills become. If you’re still looking for ways to celebrate, here are a few great ideas we came…
September 29, 2015
Schools of all sizes are looking to operable wall systems to help them re-configure classroom and other building space to their advantage. With operable walls you can use your existing spaces for their intended purposes, and so much more! Here are just three of the many great ways that your school can benefit from installing…
September 25, 2015
Let’s face it, your once beautiful auditorium has been losing it’s luster as the years go on. That’s normal, especially considering the countless numbers of students that have probably sat in those seats. For most schools, the auditorium is a place used for multiple different purposes: Seasonal school concerts, student-produced plays, mid-year award ceremonies and…
September 23, 2015
Happy Autumnal Equinox! Along with shorter days and cooler nights come beautifully colored foliage, a staple of the fall season. Welcome fall into your classroom this month with these great classroom activities to get your student’s thinking about photosynthesis and plant life cycles while enjoying the color changing leaves. Name that tree. Have your students…
September 17, 2015
We know that it can be difficult to fit all of your necessary classroom items in such a small space, especially when the storage opportunities are less than adequate. If you find yourself struggling to fit all of your necessary school supplies, books and other learning materials in your classroom, here are a few surefire…
September 15, 2015
The school year is finally here and we’d like to congratulate you on making it through the first few days! Whether you’re teaching in a new school, at a new grade level, or are new to the profession altogether, there are bound to be a few bumps in the road ahead. Luckily, we’ve compiled a…