Appreciating the good people and things in your life is beneficial year-round. But you can help your students start practicing an attitude of gratitude this holiday season with these six activities. Gratitude Journal Ask students to keep a gratitude journal, writing weekly or a few times each week. You may instruct students to journal about […]
Right from birth, children are sponges who begin absorbing the world around them. We must get through to children in their early years so we can set them on a path toward a future where they understand boundaries and the importance of consent. If parents and early childhood educators can provide children with the skills […]
State standards and test scores are important, but we can’t forget the necessity of positive student-teacher relationships. When students don’t feel comfortable or cared for in the classroom, learning becomes difficult. On the other hand, if a student feels connected to their teacher, they’re likely to flourish. 1. Say hello and goodbye to every student, […]
As your children get older, you may find yourself setting up fewer playdates and having less control over who she spends time with—but you can help give them the tools to make great friends on their own. And even if they already have friends, you can nurture their social skills to help them create healthy, […]
For most kids, bullying starts at school. And it’s at school where Jeremy Rubenstein, Founder and Creative Director of Box Out Bullying, is trying to end it. “We’re all about making sure that children will be able to change the world for the better.”Ten years ago Rubenstein created a live assembly performance called Box Out […]
As a school leader, much of the school system is beyond your control. But you can ensure that your teachers have support, resources, and a positive school climate. Teacher burnout is a significant problem. It has a negative impact on school culture and student achievement. But if you’re a school leader, utilizing the strategies below […]
According to a study by the University of Michigan, last year, one in three high school seniors used a vape or e-cigarettes. When these students have younger siblings these harmful products have found their way to middle and in some cases elementary schools! With ever mounting peer pressure and a desire to “look cool” vaping […]
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