Over the next several posts via a series of vignettes, I will introduce several influential educators in American history. Some of these individuals have familiar names while others, though important, have long been forgotten. Considering the foundational role Noah Webster played in early American education, and that he serves as the namesake of Noah
It’s National School Choice week in America! Today, we’re going to celebrate through a conversation with Terrye Seckinger. She has been a champion of school choice in her home state of South Carolina for years. Always caring for the wellbeing of youth, Terrye has served in multiple roles that directly impact the education and
School choice is what you might call a “buzz phrase” in today’s fight for education. But it’s a phrase with a meaning that’s a little obscure to say the least. What do politicians and activists mean when they talk about school choice? Well, in part, they’re talking about making alternative education widely available to the
Have you ever passed by your child’s bedroom or playroom and noticed them twisted into some uncomfortable position on the floor reading a book? Thoroughly engrossed (and extraordinarily flexible) they aren’t even aware of how uncomfortable they are. They simply want to know what happens in the story next. Although some children might prefer twisting
Parental Participation in Your Child’s Education “Student Success is Tied to Parental Involvement!” “Study Suggests Parents an Important Link to Academic Success.” “Teachers Encourage Parents to be Involved in Their Child’s Education.” Parents are bombarded with headlines like these every year, urging them to partner with their child’s educators. Teachers, administrators, and the media flood
Hey teachers! We appreciate all you do - from early morning set-up to days full of snotty noses and constant questions to late nights full of grading. Teachers, you face a lot of challenges now too not just with balancing responsibilities but also with today's ever-shifting environment. How can you teach kids most effectively
“Gilbert reached across the aisle, picked up the end of Anne’s long red braid, held it out at arm’s length, and said in a piercing whisper: ‘Carrots! Carrots!’ Then Anne looked at him with a vengeance…’You mean, hateful boy!’ she exclaimed passionately. ‘How dare you!’ And then—thwack! Anne had brought her slate down on Gilbert’s
You’ve decked the halls, it’s a winter wonderland outside, and Santa Clause is ready to come to town. It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and yet ‘tis the season…to be stressed? Despite your best efforts to get into the spirit of the holidays, you just can’t shake the feeling of dread as
The greatest gifts you can give your children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence. -Denis Waitley As parents, we have the tremendous responsibility of molding new little people into well-rounded, responsible, independent, high-quality adults. Parents are responsible for being “where the buck stops” for their children. Other adults in their life
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Not only is this time of year a cozy holiday with family, friends, and football, but it’s also a wonderful reminder to evaluate our attitudes. Are we grateful? Are our children grateful? Practicing thankfulness isn’t easy. Have you struggled to teach your kids or students to be thankful? Maybe
