School Reform Is Tough All Over, Not Just in the U.S. Montse Gomendio, a former Secretary of State for Education in Spain, is stirring up some serious conversations with her eye-opening book, Dire Straits – Education Reforms: Ideology, Vested Interests,…
The Big Questions Teachers Are Asking Themselves Right Now Hey there! Today, we’re diving into some major questions buzzing around in teachers’ minds everywhere. Education is evolving quickly, and many of us are curious about how schools can adapt to…
10 Ways to Help Students Motivate Themselves Let’s be real: staying motivated as a student can feel like trying to climb Mount Everest without oxygen. But let’s face it, motivation is super important for not just acing your classes but…
Tips for Encouraging English Learners to Practice Speaking Learning a new language? Yeah, it can be tough! I totally get it. After helping countless English learners, I’ve figured out a secret: create a chill space where they feel comfortable practicing…
How Schools Can Support Arab and Muslim Students Hey, did you know that Arab Americans make up about **3.5 million** of the U.S. population? That’s a significant number, especially considering how diverse American communities are. Plus, Muslims are one of…
Chicago’s Next Mayor Will Be a Former Educator A New Era for Chicago Hey there, Chicago! Are you ready for some excitement? The mayoral race just got a whole lot more interesting! With Mayor Lori Lightfoot stepping down after failing…
This Teacher Shares Trauma-Informed Strategies on TikTok. Here Are Her Top Insights Building Strong Connections When it comes to teaching, one thing really stands out: the power of positive relationships. Arensberg, an inspiring teacher on TikTok, puts her heart into…
Educators Need to Get With the AI Program: ChatGPT, More Specifically Hey fellow educators! If you haven’t noticed, AI tools like ChatGPT are shaking things up in our classrooms. Over the past few months, tons of articles have popped up,…
5 Reasons Educators Take On Too Much Ever wonder why educators always seem to be juggling ten different things at once? You’re not alone! There’s a lot of pressure on teachers and administrators to excel at everything they do. So,…
Should Students Be Allowed to Eat in Class? Here’s What Teachers Think! Let’s be real: students are always hungry. Some come from families that struggle to put food on the table, while others simply skip breakfast because they hit the…