Informational

Teacher Appreciation

Teacher appreciation week is a once a year celebration of our teachers. They give parents and students so much. When students are feeling their worst,

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App for Learning

Educational apps are an excellent way to pacify children. But, do they really teach? Are children actually learning?  According to Dr. Kate Highfield, from Macquarie University,

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Programs After School

Programs after school are at risk of losing federal funds. What does this mean for students and parents?  It means that many parents will quit their jobs

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Students Teaching Students

Students teaching students is an important part of the learning process.  In addition, students learn a great deal as they explain their writings and thoughts to

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Introverts

Ability Grouping

Ability grouping is the process of grouping children with the same talents or abilities in a classroom. It is a method of tracking students.  Elementary students

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Mindfulness Relaxation

Mindfulness is a movement that is making its way into public schools.  It is driven by advocates who say meditation and controlled breathing clears minds,

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