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April 29, 2025

The Best Podcasts for Teachers

Teaching is more than a job. It’s an all-in, full-hearted experience. Whether you’re looking for ways to grow professionally, bring fresh content into the classroom, or just unwind after a long day, podcasts can be a great tool in your teacher toolbox. We’ve rounded up some of the best podcasts […]
April 29, 2025

5 Alternative Ways to Measure Student Success

As educators, we know that student success is about so much more than test scores and letter grades. The heart of education isn’t found in a percentage on a paper but in the small, meaningful moments of growth we witness daily. A child mastering a difficult concept, showing kindness to […]
April 29, 2025

5 Meaningful Ways for School Leaders to Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week

Teacher Appreciation Week, happening May 5th through the 9th this year, is a meaningful opportunity to pause and recognize the incredible educators who inspire, support, and shape your school community every day. As a school leader, you set the tone, and your efforts to celebrate your staff don’t just boost […]
April 29, 2025

Integrating STEM in the Classroom: Preparing Students for the Future

On the surface, STEM education is often thought of as just math and science. However, STEM provides students with an extremely valuable toolset and knowledge base that may not be immediately obvious. Here are just a few ways STEM education sharpens the minds of students and prepares them for future […]
April 28, 2025

Why Teacher Appreciation Matters All Year Long

May is Teacher Appreciation Month, but that doesn’t mean it’s the only time of year to celebrate teachers. No matter the season, take a moment to recognize the people who pour their hearts into shaping children’s futures. They’re more than educators. They’re guides, cheerleaders, role models, and sometimes even second […]
April 28, 2025

3 Simple Mother’s Day Crafts for Your Students

Mother’s Day is one of those special holidays that invites us to slow down and show our appreciation for the people who care for us every day. For teachers, it’s also a wonderful opportunity to help students create something personal and heartfelt that their mom, grandma, aunt, or special family […]
March 19, 2025

Top 5 Ways to Support Your Teaching Staff

With the ongoing teacher shortage in America, it’s more important than ever to ensure educators feel valued, supported, and secure in their roles. A happy and motivated teaching staff leads to a positive learning environment for students. Here are five impactful ways to support your teachers.   1. Host Biweekly […]
March 7, 2025

Using QR Codes in Your Handbooks: A Quick Guide

QR Codes for Easy Linking If you’re not using QR codes in your school’s handbooks yet, you’re missing out on a simple, effective way to connect students, staff, and parents with important resources. These little squares of digital magic can link directly to websites, forms, schedules, and more, all with […]
February 27, 2025

Set up For Success: Free Digital Resources for Teachers

As a teacher, finding resources to improve your classroom is always the goal, but finding those resources for free is never easy. Today, we’re going to connect you to some free digital resources for teachers. Whether you’re looking for fun ways to introduce yourself to students or new ways to […]