New studies are looking at how the emotions are affecting student learning. Studies have centered on negative emotions. Today, we are learning how positive emotions contribute
Are social emotional skills the key to greater academic achievement for students? As educators, we understand that teaching students either skills or content is impossible when pupils are
The traditional way of grading doesn’t provide much information. When a student makes an A, B, or C for the report period, the letter provides
Getting children and students of any age to listen is a daunting task. It appears that it is a skill that parents and some teachers
The fun of the holidays can cause much stress both at home and in school. Children and adults feel the strain. With many events happening
As educators and parents, we need to address the learning of our bright students. How do we teach them new content? What strategies are needed
In a previous blog, information on growth and fixed mindsets was provided. It stated a person’s mindset has a direct influence on the success of students
Parental involvement in schools is important. Today’s teachers are faced with a multitude of differences in the classroom with students and with parents. Facing both
Do you know if you are helicopter parents? What triggers the actions of parents that hover? Helicopter parents think they are setting a path for a
Students of all ages appear to be losing their resiliency. A recent article reports that a college student saw a mouse in his dorm room and called the