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Lenten Lessons for Teachers
Temptation impacts everyone -- students and teachers alike. Lent is a wonderful opportunity to reassess and evaluate our own lives, personally and professionally.
DNA of a Great Day
What is the morning routine that gets you in the right frame of mind every time?
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 enough to pass the class? What's the best tec
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 an
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 development. How does that
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? Who suff
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 in t
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 be themed by saints or