Grades:
Grades 6-12
The Harvard Trick That Has Transformed My Classroom Management
Science has a solution you may not have considered.
Captain Awesome
Captain Awesome teaches seventh grade English at an urban charter school for refugee and immigrant kids. She is a big fan of books, social justice, holiday-flavored coffee creamers, righteous indignation, and Friday Night Lights.
10 Things Teachers Do Every Day That Are a Complete Waste of Time
I'm done writing lesson objectives on the board.
I Worked at a “No Excuses” Charter School and Here’s What I Know Now
I don't want to live in a world that doesn't give grace for children's circumstances.
What Is a Museum School and What Is It Like to Teach at One?
This national network of schools places value on experiential learning.
I Switched to Standards-Based Grading—Why I’m Loving It
Reduced grading time? Yes, please!
The Marriage Between Education and Childcare Isn’t Working
Big changes are needed, but they are possible.
When Did Teachers Become the Enemy?
Parents and teachers have the same goal.
Grades:
Middle School
I Set Up a Breakfast Club to Engage My Virtual Students
Making pancakes has brought us together.
Check In On Your Teacher Friends, Because We Are Not Okay
Everybody is struggling.
Grades:
Elementary School
I’m Texting All My Students’ Parents. Here’s Why … And How!
Keeping them informed is key.
