Math Hacks
Bringing Math to life takes more than numbers — whether you are using shaving cream as a home made white board or tackling word problems using reading techniques.
Please Redo
When do you stop the teaching train to make sure a student understands a key concept vs. just moving on to the next concept and assume the student will do …
Memorization Methodology
Teacher Elizabeth D’Aurora asks for feedback on her practice of hearing every 3rd grade student recite memorized prayers — including non-Catholic students. It is a logistical challenge as well as …
Toys vs. Tools
What is the role and value of tactile learning in the classroom? Whether it is a science experiment or simply practicing handwriting, fine motor skills play a role in brain …
To Tech or Not to Tech
Technology has always been a double edge sword. Strategically minimizing screen time while maximizing engagement with digital tools is an ongoing conversation and experiment. Join the dialogue!
Parent Partners
Tough talk on the reality of partnering with parents when it comes to school policies and missing classroom time. Are we empowering bad behavior or we effectively collaborating with families? …
Outside Connections
Making time for connecting with kids (and their families) outside the classroom at sporting events, school performances and other activities take relationships to a new level as you show interest …
House Communities
Breaking up grade levels with the creation of house communities for students to grow and connect in new and different ways with other students at different ages and stages. Can …
Peer Feedback
Peer editing is ripe for difficulty, but one teacher cracked the code of peer feedback with groups of four to effectively navigate the process of constructive criticism, using reading papers …
Teaching Beyond the Text
It’s important for students to see teachers as real people with real talents beyond being subject matter experts. Learn about the possibilities surrounding a Day of Engagement where teachers put …