Classroom Management
Back to School with a Renewed Growth Mindset
Now that you are energized with a renewed growth mindset, think about the endless possibilities of where it can go.
Arts Integration
Arts Integration ideas offer an approach to teaching and learning through which content standards are taught and assessed equitably in and through the arts.
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Classroom Management
Back to School, Back to You
Back-to-school overwhelm is a thing. For 10 months, we put everyone else’s needs in front of our own.
Classroom Management
Community Partners: The Homerun We All Need!
When we introduce students to community partners, they are able to communicate and teach in ways that are accessible to even the most difficult student.
Advocacy
Through the Lens of a Community Partner
Building an arts program with a community partner isn't easy but it will provide an increase in engagement for your kids and increase your joy of teaching!
Advocacy
Learning Communities: It Takes a Village
Children learn best when they are exposed to multiple role-models, diverse perspectives, and a network of committed educators in their learning community.
Educator PD
Different Views, Same Names with Matt Weimann and Matt Cockrell
They may have the same name, but their views couldn't be more different!
Educator PD
Mistakes and Creativity: A Winning Combination with Claudio Zavala
You might not always think it, but mistakes and creativity go hand-in-hand.
Educator PD
Creating Meaningful Conversation Around Artwork with Trevor Bryan
Join Matt and Laura as they chat with Trevor Bryan, author of the Art of Comprehension, about bringing the arts into the classroom and fostering meaningful conversations around art.
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Curriculum Slam with Michelle Ridlen
Where has creativity in the classroom gone? Join Matt and Laura as they explore creativity and curriculum slams with Curriculum Content Specialist Michelle Ridlen.
Educator PD
The Relevance of Social Studies in an Apathetic World
Communication of the relevance of Social Studies is key to pushing our students to achieve great things, both in and out of the classroom.
Resources
Communication Tips for the Busy Teacher
Effective parent-teacher communication is essential for successful relationships with families.
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The Value of Effective Communication
In order to engage in an effective communication, teachers need to be on the watch for three important cues.
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