Imagine if we tested prospective drivers the way we test our students for reading fluency. Instead of mumbling to the … More
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Are the Feds Coming After You?
I’ve heard horror stories. There’s one about a federal official who caught a band teacher photocopying sheet music. The school … More
Black Students Denied Service
Imagine seeing the words “Whites Only” at your favorite restaurant! We can be thankful that it’s unthinkable today. But when … More
Happy Holidays
Here’s both a holiday treat and an example of how Read Aloud Plays can be adapted to be recorded as … More
Expert: Common Core May Be Too Complex for Your Students
I recently attended a presentation by a University of Oregon professor discussing the challenges of revamping the curriculum to satisfy … More
When Your Character Gets Questioned
What can you do when your character gets questioned but you’re unable to defend yourself? In my new play in … More
Common Core Wearing on Ya Yet?
Like most of you, the start of the new school year has left me scrambling to keep up. Fortunately, Read … More
How Much is a Stress-Free Sub Day Worth?
Whether a classroom teacher, substitute, or administrator, EZSubPlans will provide you with inexpensive, kid-tested plans at the touch of a … More
State Testing Linked to Premature Baldness
I’m willing to admit to a high degree of frustration when it comes to standardized testing. In fact, during the … More
April 15th is Jackie Robinson Day
The Major League Baseball season is underway, which seems a trivial point in the broad scheme of academics. Yet were … More