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The Leadership Pivot: A Successful Second Semester
A new semester can bring new challenges, but it can also drag the obstacles from the first semester – kicking and screaming – into another marathon of instructional practices, professional development, and paralyzing data sets. As
Self-Care and the Holidays: Recharging over Winter Break
Now that we are in mid-December, attention is quickly turning toward the winter break. Teachers often look forward to the winter break as a time to unwind, recharge, and spend quality time with family and friends.
Epilepsy Awareness – All Year Long
As we wrap up November, let’s not forget that November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month (NEAM) – a time to educate about epilepsy and seizures. However, this awareness is important for school personnel to have all
Principal Strategies: Academic Focus Between the Holidays
The academic focus is often lost between Thanksgiving and the Winter Break as this stretch is one of the toughest for students, teachers, and school leaders. Everyone in education knows it because there is a collective
November-themed Math
While my primary teaching experience was in social studies, I still remember that first year of teaching (well before the No Child Left Behind Act). I got my first teaching schedule, looked it over and saw
Candy Science – Spooktacular Teacher Tips for Halloween Classroom Fun
As the leaves change colors and the crisp autumn air fills the atmosphere, one thing is clear: Halloween is near. In fact, it is here today! For teachers, this day of the year can be both
Evaluating Data with a Growth Mindset
Of the many challenges educators face, one of the most formidable is evaluating data. As we enter the time of the year to evaluate mid-year data, we have an opportunity to foster a growth mindset and
New Content | Bullying and Cyberbullying FREE Courses
As October carries significant with it being National Bullying Prevention Month in the United States, the Stride PD Center has created and launched two free courses for school leaders and teachers. These courses provide definitions, offer
Surviving the 1st Semester – Ways to Avoid Teacher Burnout
As educators, the beginning of a new school year brings excitement, fresh opportunities, and the chance to make a positive impact on young minds. However, we are now in October – that longish stretch before Veteran’s
3 Ways To Bring Teacher PD Into The 21st Century
PRESS RELEASE | DECEMBER 5, 2022 ON ESCHOOL NEWS
Author: Darren Reed – Senior VP | SPDC
Rather than having to wait for the next teacher workday to address what they’re facing in the classroom this week, teachers should have real-time access to diverse topics in the form of on-demand, personalized teacher PD content with a focus on preparation and planning, data-driven practices, instructional environment, and building relationships..