In some mythical utopian school, students would be angels. They would come to school ready to learn. They would work hard, follow rules, and get along with other students, but we know conflict and bad behavior is part of growing up. Students have to learn how to behave and interact with others. Knowing student misbehavior…
Most of us have heard stories of people who talked about how far they had to walk to school back when they attended school. Today, most students arrive at school on the school bus. Not only is it convenient, but it helps school parking lots not be crowded with parents driving their children to school….
As the end of the school year quickly approaches, we start to get a clearer picture of what the next year will look like. We have learned already that a couple of charter schools may not be around next year. Lighthouse East Charter School announced that it would be permanently closing its doors at the…
It is National Women’s History Month which in most schools is a time to look back at all the women who paved the way for those who came after. However, we shouldn’t only look at those who paved the path, we should also look at those who are walking the path today. It’s important for…
Most school districts in Indiana are on spring break this week. Some school districts, like the one my sons attend, are out for one week, and other school districts, like the one I work for, are on spring break for two weeks. Unfortunately, many educators do not use this as a chance to rejuvenate and…
When I applied to college to become an educator, I did not know I was potentially signing up to give the ultimate sacrifice, my life. With the increase of school shootings, this is a potential reality for educators. This leaves school districts scrambling to find the best way to prepare students and staff to survive…
March is National Women’s History Month. It’s a time to look back on the accomplishments of important female figures like Susan B. Anthony, Harriet Tubman, and Marie Curie. As is normally the case during heritage months, most of the efforts in schools are directed at the actual people reflected within the month, in this case,…
Last week was a rough week. I expressed to my husband how weighed down I was feeling with all that was happening in our lives. I mentioned how I love being a library/media specialist but feel out of place at my school. My husband suggested I should think about doing something else. If you know…
If you’re under the age of 55 then there is a good chance Sesame Street was a part of your childhood. This is particularly true for those who didn’t have cable growing up. The diverse cast and inner-city backdrop pioneered children’s television and paved the way for similar programming to come later. Though Sesame Street…
Many times when these history or heritage months come around, we focus on famous people. I understand why. These individuals have had a significant impact on our lives and changed the course of history. When former first lady Michelle Obama came to Indianapolis last year to speak, I was in the audience. She reminded the…