As this new school year begins, putting aside differences and controversy is paramount to making sure that all students, no matter what they come to...
Ever hear of Positive Thinking Day? On September 13, everyone around the country is encouraged to take a minute from their day and think about all of...
Imagine teaching in a classroom where a child swears loudly -- or kicks a desk -- or hits another child -- or runs out of the room -- whenever he or...
Each new school year is a marathon and not a sprint, so aiming for sustainable practice over trying to do too much, too quickly is a far more tenable...
According to statistics from the CDC, one in four American children experiences abuse. These statistics are harrowing, but they are important pieces...
For many students, being told to do more (or hearing the dreaded phrase “not up to your potential”) doesn’t mean much. It’s not that kids don’t want...
Learning is so much more than facts. Facts can be memorized and forgotten. But real learning stays with you for life. It involves developing critical...