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Vouchers Harm Schools
Voucher programs provide funding to send students to private schools or for home-schooled students. Using public money for private schools harms public schools. According to

Valentine’s Day and Kindness
Valentine’s Day celebrations in schools promote kindness and social-emotional learning. They include all students in a structured environment. The tradition fosters students’ empathy, friendship, and
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Basal Readers – Important or Not
Basal readers are designed to teach basic skills for reading and vocabulary to students. It uses structured, grade-level books to teach reading through sequenced stories.

Grade Grubbing in All Grade Levels
Grade grubbing, also known as grade begging, occurs when students and parents who are unhappy with a given grade pressure teachers for a higher grade.

Play-based For Students
Play-based learning is a valued part of early childhood education. However, it is a concept that can be used throughout all grade levels. In embracing

Student Stress is Rising
Student stress levels are increasing. They face more stress and anxiety than previous generations of their peers. From kindergarten through 12th grade, students are engaged

Happy Holidays To All
Happy Holidays to all. Posts focused on education help keep readers informed about topics relevant to modern educators currently instructing students. They also inform parents

Engaging Students in Learning
Engaging students means capturing their attention, curiosity, and interest in the lesson. As students become involved in the lesson, they demonstrate their desire to learn.

Holiday Excitement in the Classroom
The excitement of the holidays can cause considerable stress at home and school. Both children and adults feel the pressure of numerous events happening during

Verbal and NonVerbal Cues for Students
Verbal and nonverbal cues are needed in the classroom. Communication is essential for directing a student’s behavior. Words and body language matter as much as

Public Speaking Is a Must for Students
Public speaking is a skill students need. The skill of speaking to an audience should be introduced in the elementary grades. Students need to learn

Anchors Assist Comprehension Skills
Anchors provide students with a means to complete an assignment. Anchors give students strategies for reading and writing. It helps structure their writing effectively. They