TL;DR (Too Long, Didn’t Read) Parent-Teacher Conferences are More than Grade Updates. When approached with intention, they become powerful opportunities for meaningful collaboration between educators and families. This post outlines practical strategies for preparing, conducting, and following up on parent-teacher conferences in ways that build trust, strengthen communication, and support student success. Parent-teacher conferences work best when they are collaborative, … Read More
Computer Science Education Week and its Impact on Students
Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek), first established in 2009, is a national initiative that champions the importance of computer science education across the United States. Born from a partnership among organizations like Google, Intel, and the National Science Foundation (NSF), CSEdWeek continues to grow as a movement that inspires students and empowers educators to bring computational thinking into every classroom. … Read More
Planning An Inclusive Thanksgiving for K–12 Classrooms
Rethinking the story we tell Thanksgiving, as it is commonly celebrated in the United States, carries a complex and often misunderstood history. Traditionally portrayed as a harmonious feast between Pilgrims and Native Americans, this narrative simplifies a much deeper story—one that reflects broader themes of colonization, resilience, and cultural misunderstanding. The Wampanoag people, who aided the English settlers, had already … Read More
Hispanic Heritage Month in School
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually in the United States from September 15 to October 15, recognizing the contributions and cultural significance of individuals and communities with ancestral roots in Latin America and Spain. For educators, this month provides a meaningful opportunity to celebrate cultural diversity while building inclusive classrooms that empower students to see themselves and others in the … Read More
Start Strong Without the Sunday Scaries
Start strong without the Sunday Scaries! For many educators, the excitement of a new school year is accompanied by a familiar but unwelcome visitor: the Sunday scaries. This term refers to the anxiety and dread that bubble up on Sunday evenings as the reality of Monday morning—and all its responsibilities—looms large. While students may worry about homework and social situations, … Read More