Spring break is just around the corner for millions of students across the country. It is always a great time for parents to take a quick vacation with their kids. Although, not every child is heading out somewhere new and …
Aside from born politicians and thespians, it’s safe to say most of us wouldn’t choose to speak in front of a large audience if we didn’t have to. The nerves that come with giving presentations are normal, but, often, elevated …
The phrase “there’s an app for that” fits the classroom schedule perfectly. Almost every project or assignment you can think of can be tied in to using certain apps. There are thousands of apps out there for education, and a …
Sometimes, we get hung up on GPA; it becomes a number that defines students. In reality, though, there is much more to a student than a simple number or class ranking. When it comes time to apply to colleges, most …
Something that often gets overlooked when speaking about a young student’s academic achievement is if they have appropriate social skills. Are they able to communicate with adults and children in a friendly manner? Do they have a group of friends …
When I was in high school, the test to take was the ACT (originally named the American College Testing Program.) The test was created in 1959 as an alternative to the SAT, and rather than an aptitude test, it was …
Would a teacher from a hundred years ago recognize the modern classroom? From the bank of computers to the Promethean board the growing reliance on devices and digital technology in education has permeated classrooms from preschool to university. But one item …
It’s time to start thinking about it! For you juniors, college may still seem a ways off, but now that it’s a new year, things are going to start moving fast! This is a perfect time to begin thinking about …
Sometimes struggling in school can be a lonely feeling. A student can feel like he’s all alone and be hesitant to ask for help for fear of embarrassment. It’s good to know, however, that there are so many resources available …