January 20, 2015
As a teacher, principal, superintendent or other school administrator, part of your responsibilities include creating a positive environment that enhances a child’s educational experience. While teaching the appropriate material in the correct way is essential, it is also important to develop a classroom where students feel both safe and comfortable the moment they walk through…
January 14, 2015
Is your 100th day of school coming up? For elementary aged students especially, the 100th day of school is a milestone that is often celebrated in the classroom. And the best part is, this event can be intertwined with the various subjects taught throughout the day, which means students won’t lose out on any academic instruction…
January 12, 2015
Whether it be to introduce students and teachers to a new, informative topic or to meet with a large group of students at once to discuss upcoming events such as graduation, school assemblies are a great tool that administrators can use. Not only do they allow you to reach the masses at once, but they…
January 8, 2015
While elementary, middle and high school students are already back to school, college students and professors alike may still have some time before classes pick up again. But while students may be returning from their long awaited tropical vacation or heading out for a last minute weekend trip, college professors are more likely to be found putting…
January 6, 2015
What do you hope to accomplish in 2015? Maybe you aspire to eat better and stick to a strict fitness routine. Or, maybe you’d like to spend more quality time with your family. Whatever your personal New Year’s Resolutions may be, it’s also a good idea to leave room for professional career goals you’d like to…
December 29, 2014
For teachers, the majority of their time is spent in front of the classroom, presenting educational material to students. But although it seems easy for them to get up in front of a group and speak, it would be much more difficult if they didn’t have a solid presentation to reference behind them. If you’re using your…
December 24, 2014
Regardless of the grade level you teach, it is imperative that the furniture in your classroom is safe and reliable for your students. When students are subjected to using furniture that is falling apart at the seams or has inadequate safety features, not only does it put them at risk for injury, but it also…
December 18, 2014
Is your classroom furniture broken down or outdated? Do you anticipate needing new furniture solutions now or sometime over the course of next year? Although selecting furniture that works seems simple – after all, how hard could it really be to pick out some desks and chairs – the truth is that time and time again,…
December 12, 2014
Let’s face it – this time of year, students are likely to get a bit more rambunctious than usual. With five or more days off from school in their future, they’re counting down the minutes until the bell rings, signaling that the holidays are finally here. However, while students immerse themselves in the excitement that the…
December 9, 2014
Before schools close for the holiday break, teachers tend to set aside some time the day or two before to host their own holiday party in their classroom. As is customary for most classroom parties, students and teachers alike often volunteer to bring in their favorite foods to share with the class. However, with the push to…