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When I was still in the classroom I would ask, what I thought was, a great question, only to have students answer the question I had...

What is conflict resolution? Conflict resolution is a process for addressing and managing opposing views and ideas, which can include...

Many people make New Year’s Resolutions each year. They usually do not last due to the goals being unreasonable or way too ambitious. I...

Don’t ask me why, but I started thinking about the fun old Schoolhouse Rock songs, that I still remember 50 years after I first heard...

Ever wonder why some people are considered beautiful? Do you know why some painters can create incredible works of art that are...

As adults, it is common for us to have to set goals for our jobs and for ourselves in life. Research backs up how important setting goals...

As we return to school after the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, we soon realize that there is a long stretch of cold and dark...

It’s that time of year again, when celebrations abound, it is the season of holidays! For many of us our lives fill up with traditions...

The holiday season is upon us and decorating makes the season even more exciting! Check out these Holiday classroom bulletin board...

Fall is upon us and decorating makes the season even more exciting! Check out these Fall classroom bulletin board decoration ideas to add...

Teaching is highly complex and demanding work. Each grade level and course are given a list of standards that if taught with equal focus...

I am a reader. I view reading as one of my main sources of learning. If I want to understand something on a deeper level, I turn to...

Check out my free one hour session to gain a better understanding of the importance of a solid MTSS foundation and leave with a plethora...

I have the easiest and most excellent Homemade Chicken and Noodle Recipe. It is a 20 minute one-pot recipe. A family favorite! So easy,...

What if someone offered you a FREE 5 minute per day strategy that boasted the following benefits for you AND your students: Improved...

In many places it is time to gear up for parent teacher conferences. Everyone is also getting close to some kind of break, fall break,...

Part Two – Decision Making and Problem Solving, Initiative, and Attention to Detail Employability skills are a set of skills outside of...

Who loves a sale more than educators? Right, no one! Amazon Prime Day is upon us and we can’t wait to add new things to our classrooms,...

As leaders during these difficult times, it can be hard to attract, hire, and retain great teachers. One way to do this is by creating a...

Many people think the two most important subjects on the SAT Assessment are English and Mathematics. That is NOT a true statement. The...