TL;DR: Encourage open conversations, set clear screen time boundaries, monitor content, and be role models for responsible phone use to support teens’ mental health. Establish classroom policies, engage students in discussions about these rules, provide non-screen alternatives, and consistently enforce the policies to create phone-free learning environments. Parents and educators working together can mitigate the negative impact of excessive phone … Read More
Gratitude: It’s a Super Power!
TL;DR: Gratitude boosts emotional well-being, mental health, and fosters better relationships. Academically, gratitude enhances performance, resilience, and problem-solving skills. Practical methods like journals, kindness acts, role modeling, and discussions can instill gratitude effectively. In a fast-paced, technology-driven world, it can be easy for students to overlook the significance of gratitude. However, teaching students to be grateful is more than just … Read More
Military Family Appreciation Month Celebration
TL;DR: November is Military Family Appreciation Month, a time for schools to teach gratitude for military families’ sacrifices. Schools can promote empathy, community unity, and educational support for military children during this month. Recognizing the month goes beyond appreciation, fostering a profound impact on students and families. As November arrives, it’s not just about sweaters and lattes but also about … Read More
Stay the Course in Ed Leadership
TL;DR: Educational administrators face challenges: workload, autonomy, isolation, and prioritization. Strategies include delegation, speaking up, staying connected, and using data. Persistence is essential for effective educational leadership. Stay the Course in Ed Leadership Not sure you want to stay the course in ed leadership? In the fast-paced world of educational leadership, staying persistent is like a guiding light for administrators … Read More
Cognitive Student Engagement in 2023
TL;DR: Explore the evolution of student engagement in the post-COVID-19 educational landscape. Do this with a focus on aligning education with student needs and passions. Gain insights from John Dewey’s philosophy and John Hattie’s research on empowering students in their learning. Learn strategies to enhance student engagement, including building personal connections, setting high expectations, differentiating grading, and giving students control … Read More