Lying once in awhile is a normal and usually harmless habit, especially when these lies help protect ourselves and others. The real problem with lying at a young age is that children can become skilled at it, psychologist Kenneth Shore warns. Students who continue this behavior into early adulthood will ...

Edcamps have become widely popular among teachers and school districts across the country, namely for their participant-driven structure. By giving educators and school staff greater control over their professional development and learning, Edcamps truly put the power of schools back into teachers’ hands. Here’s a roundup of fifteen camps to ...

Community involvement is essential for fostering smart, driven and successful students. Civic duty initiatives can also boost student morale, making school a more engaging environment. “When we interact with our neighbors on issues that impact our lives, we experience a greater sense of connection to those we otherwise would not have ...

From planting trees on Earth Day to helping less fortunate community members, students have a wealth of volunteer opportunities available to them. Helping your students find projects they’re interested in, however, can be a challenge. To ensure that volunteer work is meaningful for both students and the people they’re helping, ...

Whether they’re chaperoning a field trip or making cookies for the bake sale, parents play an irreplaceable role in student success. Most teachers would agree with this statement. They would also agree, however, that soliciting that help can sometimes be a challenge. Here’s how you can get more support from your ...

Goal setting is a common practice among adults and professionals who want to further their personal success. But what exactly does goal-setting entail in the classroom environment? If you’re a teacher who has had this question, you’re not alone. Here’s why goal-setting is so important — and how teachers can ...

Teacher burnout isn’t just a minor problem — it’s a national epidemic. Overworked and underpaid, many teachers today are driven to the point of exhaustion. To prevent burnout from having an increasingly negative impact on your school culture and learning environment, here’s how school leaders can identify burnout and intervene ...

Starting a new school year can be intimidating for students. Teachers who create a safe and inspirational environment early on can reduce that anxiety and put students at ease. Here are a few ice-breakers and get to know you activities that can help everyone feel more welcome and comfortable. Opening Dialogue ...

With so many demands from students, parents and school administrations, it’s no wonder why today’s teachers struggle to stay on top of it all. Being able to effectively balance workloads and expectations is an essential skill. Here’s how to identify and prioritize these needs to ensure better mental and physical ...