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Math class can sometimes feel like a dull routine, but it doesn’t have to be. By integrating a few STEM techniques and creative strategies, you can breathe new life into your high school math lessons. Here are five practical ways to engage your students tomorrow with minimal prep!

Restorative practices only work when adults lead by example first. If we want schools to be spaces where students feel safe, connected, and accountable, we must first build that same culture among the adults. 

Creating effective classroom behavior expectations can feel overwhelming. While most educators understand the importance of solid classroom management, establishing rules that actually work requires a strategic approach. Here are six proven steps to transform your classroom management experience.

A strong, positive culture at the district level ensures that schools are supported, educators feel valued, and students have the resources they need to succeed. By fostering this culture, district leaders create a ripple effect that empowers principals, teachers, and students, making a profound impact—even if the rewards aren’t always immediately visible.

Here are seven easy-to-implement strategies that will integrate STEM into your middle school math lessons.

By indulging in your subject and engaging in positive habits, you can reignite your passion and maintain a healthy mindset.

Understanding High Ability Cluster Grouping

February is the month of love, appreciation, and friendship. If you are a new grant administrator and find yourself feeling isolated, alone, or out of ideas- it is time to find some companions.  These companions should be people or groups who support your work or are possibly doing the same job as you, and could even be in a different school district or a private company.  

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 strong mentoring program at your school.  Teachers want to feel valued, connected, and supported with the difficult work they do every day. Teachers who are new to your school, both new educators and veterans alike, need a high level of support. Providing the right support can ensure that they are successful and remain valuable members

  They say, “It takes a village to raise a child.” I agree with that and would extend that saying for schools to say; “It takes all the subjects working together to fully educate a student.” Believing this and implementing this is the key. Administrators, teachers, and counselors must step outside their small, very busy spheres of educational influence. They must connect with other teachers in other subjects and collaborate to benefit BOTH their subjects and the students.

We believe that building positive school culture and school climate largely depends on the quality of relationships.