by Staci Eddleman | Sep 26, 2023 | Blog
For years we have discussed the importance of student engagement in classrooms. Of course we want students engaged in their learning rather than being passive or non-participatory, however, the ways in which we have monitored or evaluated student engagement don’t...
by rodaniel | Sep 13, 2023 | Blog
Life is a journey marked by a series of decisions, each with the power to shape our experiences, opportunities, and the paths we navigate. Whether big or small, the choices we make carry the weight of consequence and the potential for growth. At the heart of this...
by aperkins | Jun 16, 2023 | Blog
Book club (noun): a group of people who meet regularly to discuss books they are reading (Mirriam-Webster). I have been a member of a book club for the last 16+ years. We are a motley crew but the thing that ties us all together is our love for reading and fellowship....
by aperkins | May 25, 2023 | Blog
Many of us, whether parents or educators, have the “Last Day of School” clearly marked on our calendars. That day kickstarts weeks of play, wonder, and investigation. Days are filled with excursions, camps, and holidays. A break is given to the weight of the backpack....
by Jenni Aberli | May 2, 2023 | Blog
The long awaited summer break is just around the corner, and while we are all looking forward to the fun summer months ahead, we might also start thinking about how we can encourage our students to continue reading during summer to prevent learning loss. You’ve spent...
by Staci Eddleman | Apr 19, 2023 | Blog
In his book Great instruction, great achievement for students with disabilities: A road map for special education administrators, O’Connor (2016) offers important insights about classroom instruction for special education students. Most students identified for special...
by rodaniel | Apr 4, 2023 | Blog
As we work to prepare our students for rigorous mathematics standards, I am continually reminded that the focus needs to move away from the teacher and shine on the student. Academic Dialogue is one way of focusing on the student. It allows students to talk about what...
by vmillerbennett | Mar 21, 2023 | Blog
Mathematics is a crucial subject that serves as a foundation for many concepts, processes and skills that all students will need in their lives. The challenges faced by today’s educators when teaching elementary mathematics can have a profound impact on student...
by jwright | Mar 7, 2023 | Blog
Once both surveys and classroom observations have been conducted, the next step is to compare and analyze the data. As a collective team of administrators, coaches, and teachers, work to answer the following questions: Where is there agreement between the teachers...
by jwright | Feb 21, 2023 | Blog
We use all types of data in education. It drives everything we do. We use achievement data, demographic data, program data, perception data – just to name a few. But what about lesson design data? How might we use data to proactively design instruction that...
