- Teaching Strategies
4 Keys to a Successful Start at a New School
It’s normal to be a little nervous about starting work at a new school, but there are things you can do to make it easier. - Assessment
8 Ways to Amp Up Science Assessments
A rich mix of assessments gives students creative opportunities to showcase learning—and delivers a more comprehensive picture of what they know. - Learning Environments
A Strategic Approach to Seating Arrangements in High School
Which seating arrangement works best—assigned, random, or something else? Here’s an idea from someone who has tried them all. - Student Engagement
Making Math Tangible With a Dream House Project
When students work together to calculate construction costs and negotiate design choices, they develop skills in math and collaboration—all while letting their imaginations run wild. - Professional Learning
Things You Should Know Your First Year as a High School Counselor
Having a plan for your career can help you know what to expect in the role and how to navigate likely challenges. - Teaching Strategies
Making the Most of Guest Speakers
A little preparation beforehand can help ensure that the experience will be rewarding for students and the speaker.102 - Teaching Strategies
Setting the Tone for the First Lesson of the Year
To start the academic year off well, approach your high school students in ways that make them feel seen and create excitement about the subject matter.135 - Critical Thinking
Using Juicy Sentences to Explore Complex Texts in ELA and Beyond
Breaking one complex sentence down into small parts enhances students’ awareness of vocabulary, syntax, and sentence structure.109 - New Teachers
Question: What Advice Would You Give a First-Year Teacher?
We’re gathering insights from seasoned educators. If you're a new teacher, check out their advice!107 - Technology Integration
Why I Learned to Embrace Classroom Timers
Using a timer helps teachers ensure that they are making the most of their limited time with students.103
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- School Culture
3 Schools, 3 Principals, 3 Cell Phone Bans
These three schools have recently implemented policies banning cell phones in some or all areas of the school—but each has taken a very different approach.3.6k - The Research Is In
10 Studies Every Teacher Should Know About
How to integrate the science of reading, plan for effective review sessions with your students, think about inquiry-based learning, and more.3.6k - Administration & Leadership
Building Authentic Community During Meetings
Instead of doing icebreakers, facilitators can offer activities that encourage participants to make genuine connections with each other.846 - Brain-Based Learning
9 Minutes That Can Make a Big Difference
Finding the time to connect with students across three short segments each day can do wonders for relationship building.715 - Classroom Management
Using ‘Rolling Starts’ at the Beginning of Class
Activities with built-in differentiation and high engagement are an effective way to get elementary students into a learning mindset.683
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3 Schools, 3 Principals, 3 Cell Phone Bans
These three schools have recently implemented policies banning cell phones in some or all areas of the school—but each has taken a very different approach.3.6k - Technology Integration
Fostering Collaboration Among Young Students Using Digital Tools
With plenty of scaffolding, lower elementary students can successfully work together online.208 - Technology Integration
A Meaningful App-Building Project
Projects that take several weeks to complete can bring about class unity and give students a unique learning experience.168 - Technology Integration
Do I Need to Use Tech for That Lesson?
These tips for finding the right technology for your students, and knowing when to go screen free, can help support middle school students’ learning.233 - Technology Integration
Creating Better Slides for Elementary Math
When it comes to Google Slides and PowerPoint, less is more—a simple design allows students to focus on the math without distraction.298
- Professional Learning
Getting Professional Development Right
Meaningful PD provides teachers with choice and interactive, targeted learning opportunities.148 - Administration & Leadership
4 Tips for Successfully Onboarding New Teachers
Structured and engaging sessions about a school’s mission, expectations, and curriculum ensure that new teachers start the year off on the right foot.275 - Administration & Leadership
How to Build a Strong Leadership Team at School
Teams need trust, transparency, and an investment in leadership development in order to thrive.220 - Teacher Collaboration
3 Ways for Teachers to Cross-Pollinate and Share Ideas
When teachers are given the space and time to learn from one another on a regular basis, they discover fresh perspectives and new ways to navigate classroom challenges.193 - New Teachers
Strengthening Your Teacher Identity
Reflective practices can help new teachers stay resilient and grounded as they encounter challenges on the job.239
- Formative Assessment
Using Learning Progressions to Build Student Confidence
Scaffolding assignments provides clear checkpoints for students, allowing them to feel successful at acquiring new skills.442 - Formative Assessment
28 Ways to Quickly Check for Understanding
From sketching comics to drafting tweets, these fun—and fast—ways to check for understanding are creative and flexible.4k - Formative Assessment
Planning Writing Lessons for the Early Elementary Grades
Teachers can provide thoughtful instruction that supports the sustained development of young students’ literacy skills.392 - Formative Assessment
Using Formative Assessment to Measure Student Progress
Teachers can use the feedback they gain from assessing to drive instructional outcomes and help students understand what success looks like.464 - Formative Assessment
60-Second Strategy: NAEM Tracker
With a series of quick check-ins, students can assess their own learning—which lets teachers plan their next lesson with ease.1.1k