pens, prizes, post-its and chocolates
Going beyond the tchotchkes at teacher conventions to share ideas, meet new people and explore fresh perspectives. Everyone has something to share — even you!
Teachers as Learners
When the tables are turned and teachers become students, how to make the most of professional development opportunities, no matter the topic, presenter or how busy you are in regular …
Prayer for People
As Catholics, our rituals are a wonderful way to grow in faith, but unscripted, group prayer can also be an intentional community builder for any classroom as we share concerns, …
Thank You Cards to Mary
Let’s talk Advent cards. Jill and Colleen talk about how to encourage students to consider what they say YES to, from a kindergartener thanking Mary for her YES, to high …
Preparing the Way
Colleen and Jill explore what’s happening in schools as we begin Advent. It’s a time of preparation, and the prayer of the moment is that even those who are secularly …
Blessing of the Season
Consider adding an Advent Wreath to your classroom, beginning the season with an advent wreath blessing. Jill and Colleen discuss the Loyola Press lesson on blessing an Advent wreath.
Test Anxiety
What if students had five minutes to talk about the test between handing it out and starting to answer questions? How do we help students reduce tension and settle their …
Leadership Conflict
Public prayer can be intimidating for some teachers — especially when doing so one on one with parents instead of leading children in memorized prayers — but mandated faith behavior …
ESport Exploration
E-Sports is gaining traction from college down to grade school. Strategy, teamwork, and communication can boost comaraderie and life experience for students, but it also increases screen time and encourages …
Teachers as Students
When we open our minds and hearts, there is much to learn from the students we serve. We believe in their growth and can be pleasantly surprised by their amazing …