Category Archives: Classroom
Building a Successful Classroom
What is a successful classroom? A successful classroom isn’t about high test scores but engagement,
Sep
Back to school: How Brands Can Help
Now that it’s August, the reality of another school year beginning becomes a clearer reality.
Aug
School Supplies: Lessons Learned
Today I walked past the “Back to School” aisle and it hit me that I
Aug
Summer PD Ideas for Teachers: The “Summer Lab” Experience
Summer and school vacation have just begun! And although it will fly by quickly, this
Jul
Organize Your Classroom for The Summer
Many teachers are down to the home stretch of the school year and are anxious
May
Appreciate Yourself, and Plan a Summer of Intention
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! This week is all about you and all that you do
May
Summer Camps and Learning Opportunities
The value summer learning experiences have on students is significant for their personal and
May
Celebrate Teachers!
Teacher Appreciation Week is just around the corner. This is a treasured time, not because
Apr
It’s Time For…Spring Cleaning!
I find myself looking at stacks of clutter that has built over the LONG winter
Apr
How Are Your Students Doing? Really.
How are your students doing? I don’t mean academically, although that’s important. I mean…how are
Mar
Problem solving Technology for K-12 schools
"Wait! No internet? This was a crippling situation for our teachers and parents."
Feb
TikTok? Nope, the Teacher Taught Me
Challenge yourself this week to sit down and implement a few things you know your
Feb
Falling in Love with Teaching…Again
Teachers love to teach. Teachers love their students. Many teachers don't love what has happened
Feb
Real World Classroom Tech Issues
"Being in education, I was told, means that there will most likely be an element
Jan
Classroom’s Latest Technology
"Keeping up with the latest trends is a daunting task for teachers. I received my
Jan
Give your PC a Free Digital Clean!
Give your PC a Free Digital Clean!
with Meredith Biesinger
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Jan
The Goal for 2023: Engagement
It's the new year, and that means new goals for everyone. Student engagement is something educators constantly
Jan
This Goes Out to the January Student Teachers
"You can’t contain spontaneity. Kids will fall off their chairs and burst out singing at
Dec
Positive Relationships: The Keystone of Successful Education
Being back to in-person schooling has been a welcomed return to the way we teach
Dec
Finding Teaching and Learning Moments in The World Cup
The tournament is a wonderful metaphor for the professional lives we have as educators. There
Nov
Turkey Teacher
"Turkey Teacher" is a common fundraiser in elementary schools, where students bring in money to
Nov
Lunch Bunch Buddies
This post is dedicated to my lunch buddies. I’ve eaten lunch with these colleagues for
Nov
The Evolution of Teachers
The assumed message, change over time brings natural refinement, is sometimes lampooned with an additional
Nov
D is for Dyslexia
A staggering 5 to 15 percent of Americans—14.5 to 43.5 million children and adults—have dyslexia.
Oct
Finding Joy in the Little Things
I recently had an eye-opening experience while working with kindergarten students. This was their first
Oct
Magic Words
I remember during my student teaching experience, my cooperating teacher suggested that I should find
Oct
Honoring Teachers Every Day
Don’t you love that feeling when a student, or a student’s parent, shows their gratitude?
Sep
Fall: Time for Change & Progress
The evenings are getting darker a little earlier, and the temperatures are cooling down just
Sep
Teaching Through Travel
Have you noticed the signs of Autumn popping up around you? Last week I
Sep
Balance In All Things
Technology is highly beneficial, and I am grateful for all that it offers as an
Aug
Back to School: Tips for a Successful School Year
It’s that special time of the summer – back to school! The excitement around the
Aug
Money on your mind?
By. Teresa Marchant As we approach the dog days of summer, most of us are
Jul
Here’s to you, Summer School teachers!
For those teaching summer school, this is for you! When others say that teachers have
Jul
Intersections! Technology Landscapes and Educational Narratives
I recently concluded a summer semester online course for current educators called “Impact of Technology
Jul
It’s The Final Count Down!
The last month of school is here—each year seems to go by faster and faster,
May
Making Evergreen Events this May Even Better
The start of May ushers in a series of “evergreen” events shared by educators across
May
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
It’s officially the first week of May, also Teacher Appreciation Week Educators are appreciated every day
May
Field Trip Time
I love field trips! As an elementary student, there was nothing better than knowing you
Apr
Flexible Seating
I often get on Pinterest and drool over home decor ideas, crafts, and classroom designs!
Apr
Fun Test Prep Strategies
By. Meredith Biesinger
It’s mid-April, and we all know what that means! It’s just about time
Apr
Celebrating National Library Week
Students are consumers of information and need to learn to be critical thinkers. This is
Apr
Anyone Can Win on Any Day
By. Craig Perrier
Nurturing success stories in your classroom, school, and community, can impact the mindsets
Apr
April Fools!
By. Teresa Marchant
During my first year as an educator, I received a voicemail from my
Apr
Move To Learn
By. Meredith Biesinger
Recently, our local elementary school had a special guest come to visit; Coach
Mar
Spring Behavior
By. Teresa Marchant
Spring is in the air! As teachers, we know this is the time
Mar
We Are Lucky
By. Meredith Biesinger
With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, there’s a lot of emphasis
Mar
Early Learning is Key!
By. Meredith Biesinger
There tends to be a significant emphasis on K-12 education, and rightfully so,
Mar
Supporting Student Creativity and Curiosity
By. Craig Perrier
This past weekend I was a judge at a regional National History Day
Mar
The Significance of Spring in Schools
By. Teresa Marchant
In my school district, March 1st is a significant day. It is the
Mar
The Art of Teaching and Teaching Art
By. Craig Perrier
This past weekend I visited the National Gallery of Art (NGA) in Washington
Feb
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!
By. Meredith Biesinger
We are one week away from Dr. Seuss's Birthday on March 2nd. Green
Feb
Genius Hour
By. Meredith Biesinger
Does your school have a "Genius Hour?" Genius Hour is a learning approach
Feb
Tap into your Inner Olympian and Celebrate You!
By. Craig Perrier
How great are the Winter Olympics? I remember my colleagues and I tailoring
Feb
Dear Teachers, Happy Valentine’s Day!
By. Meredith Biesinger
Happy Valentine's Day! Love is a battlefield, right? Not really, but it
Feb
Beating the Winter Blues
By. Teresa Marchant
The stretch between Winter break and Spring break seems like FOREVER!
Feb
Teachers are Heroes and Humans
By. Meredith Biesinger
Teachers are heroes, superheroes! But teachers are also human, a simple fact that
Jan
Teaching With Joy and Care
By. Craig Perrier
Do you remember these, or similar sayings, from past or (gasp) current teachers?
Jan
Intervention Works!
By. Teresa Marchant
Interventions are supposed to work! However, if your students are still making the
Jan
D is for Differentiation
By. Meredith Biesinger
Happy New Year!
It’s 2022, and you’re starting a new semester with your students!
Jan
Simple, Meaningful Activities Before Winter Break
By. Meredith Biesinger
It’s the most magical time of year! The entire holiday season is stretching
Dec
Happy & Healthy
By. Meredith Biesinger
December and the winter months that follow tend to be challenging for many.
Dec
Planning for Surplus, and Surprise Funds
By. Craig Perrier
Last week our administrator asked us two unexpected questions. First, “is there a
Dec
Project Based Learning
By. Meredith Biesinger
It's the holiday season. You've just returned from Thanksgiv
Dec
Title One Truths
By. Teresa Marchant
For some students and their families this may not be the “Most Wonderful
Nov
Life Outside of the Classroom
By. Craig Perrier
As a student I always found it shocking to encounter one of my
Nov
The Power of Play
By. Meredith Biesinger
The science of brain development is fascinating! Thanks to science, there is now
Nov
Do What’s Best for Teachers
By. Craig Perrier
The title of this post is inspired by a lone principals’ message to
Nov
Having an Attitude of Gratitude
By. Meredith Biesinger
It's hard to believe that it's already November, isn't it?
Nov
When I Grow Up, I Want To Be A Teacher
By. Teresa Marchant
What do you want to be when you grow up? This is a
Nov
Parents + Teachers = Educational Partners
By. Teresa Marchant
Parent Teacher Conferences are a good time to build relationships.
Oct
Fall Teacher Tips
By. Meredith Biesinger
The cooler weather energizes me, and it also energizes my students!
Oct
The Ed Tech Imperative – Keep it Going!
By. Craig Perrier
There was a frequently used saying being used among educators during the 2020-2021
Oct
Assessments, Sugar, and Goals…Oh My!
By. Meredith Biesinger
Hello October!
We welcomed in October last week, and I know we're all ready
Oct
I Question… Therefore I Am
By. Craig Perrier
Have you ever told your students to “ask me anything,” “always ask your
Oct
Putting the Extra in Extraordinary
By. Teresa Marchant
Extraordinary can be defined as not typical or goes above what is expected.
Oct
Fall into Learning
By. Meredith Biesinger
The air is getting crisper, the leaves are changing, and maybe you've purchased
Oct
A Teacher’s Heart
By. Meredith Biesinger
There’s something to be said about an individual who chooses a profession teaching
Oct
Character Education
By. Teresa Marchant
Great read aloud books can help build a community in your classroom. For
Oct
Class Community Building – Yes, it’s Important!
By. Craig Perrier
Fostering community in a classroom, whether virtual or in-person, takes time and intentionality
Oct
The Gift of Growth
By. Teresa Marchant
As my adult children headed off to college, I felt a need to
Sep
Creativity is my Middle Name
By. Craig Perrier
Teachers, in general, are a creative bunch of people. By this I mean
Sep
The Modern Day “Cart Teacher”
By. Meredith Biesinger
When I was in high school (many years ago), we didn't have enough
Sep
Can You Judge a Teacher by their Mask?
By. Craig Perrier
Depending on where you teach, wearing masks may be part of your start
Sep
Creativity in the Classroom
By Meredith Biesinger
Creativity in the classroom provides a fun way of learning and creates a safe and
Sep
Relationship Building in Week 1
By. Craig Perrier
One of the rarely spoken challenges teachers face every year is getting to
Aug