Category: Leadership

What is a student planner? A student planner (or academic diary) is a journal and planning tool that helps students stay organized. Like the planners many adults use, school planners provide a space for students to organize their schedule and […]

What is the Every Student Succeeds Act? The Every Student Succeeds Act was signed as a federal law in 2015 by President Obama. This Act replaced the previous law “No Child Left Behind” and aims to increase educational opportunities for […]

In today’s fast-paced society, it is more crucial than ever to ensure that school districts are setting students up for success. A major component to success is the development of foundational soft skills such as organization, communication, time management, note-taking, […]

Even when students are gone for the summer, education professionals still have much work that needs to be done. With some simple planning, the upcoming year can be less stressful and more organized than ever.  Here are five ways effective […]

Building school culture takes time and is an ongoing mission for school leaders. One of the easiest ways to improve school culture day in and day out is through posters. A simple poster can further create an engaging learning environment. […]

According to the US Department of Education and the Institute of Education Sciences, parent teacher communication, initiated by the teacher, is a critical element of student success. Parents report that clear communication provided by the educator increases their confidence and […]

For many, summer is the season to unwind. The warm weather is the perfect excuse to lounge during beach trips, days poolside, and hammock-filled afternoons. It’s also the season to cross off some titles from your reading list. While there […]

Grading students’ work is a necessary part of any teacher’s job. However, it can be time-consuming and take away from other important aspects of education, too. Thankfully, there are grading strategies you can apply to better manage your time. To […]

Distributing leadership to all faculty and staff has the potential to create a stronger school system. The more empowered teachers feel, the more engaging they are with students and other staff members. The more engaging staff members are with each […]

Coaching can give teachers the extra skills, support, and practice they need to develop professionally. That’s because coaching facilitates an environment in which teachers can take risks, reflect, and reform their practices. Teachers can apply what they’ve learned from coaching […]