This past Teacher Appreciation Week, I was reflecting on the appreciation I have for my role as an educator. In my last post, I discussed a few of the challenges of a career in education. Now, I want to point out some benefits.

From Spring Break to Standardized Tests, Hold on Tight! In the heart of the academic year, when the days seem to stretch endlessly and the glow of summer is just a distant promise, educators and students often find themselves struggling. The pressure...

February is a special month filled with opportunities for celebration and learning. It’s a time to honor Black History Month by recognizing historical heroes and their contributions. The Lunar New Year also brings a chance to explore traditions that...

Happy New Year! The holidays are over, and it’s back to school time. Is your class ready to settle into the new year? Reengaging students is one big challenge teachers face once the holiday break is over, but it’s far from the only one. As classroom...

Ah, the “difficult” student, though let’s not mention them too loudly, for fear they may end up in our classrooms! I was the teacher who was given them all. When I argued that I already had the largest class sizes and couldn’t take on one more student,...