This is the third in our series on navigating the 2024 election in our schools from Jen Cort. Be sure to also check out part one, 5 decisions to make now, and part 2, starting from shared values and routines. Navigating political discussions in the classroom, especially during election seasons, presents unique challenges for educators.
“Inclusion in the classroom is critically important because it fosters each child’s sense of belonging, feeling of being seen and understood for who they are, and their inherent value as a human being.” As a middle school English Language Acquisition teacher, I often work with students who struggle academically, socially, and behaviorally. These students feel
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Merlaina Davis recalled a day early in her first semester of internship when students entered the seventh-grade language arts classroom noticeably stressed. She learned that students were having their first “math check-ins,” a benchmark assessment administered during the school day. One student approached Merlaina, sat down, and talked about how anxious she was about the
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“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Benjamin Franklin used this phrase while advocating for fire prevention measures in the 1700s. In today’s classrooms, it still rings true. A proactive approach to classroom management benefits both teachers and students. Meet our acronym, PHRASE, which stands for Positive interactions, High expectations, Routines, Authentic relationships,
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My name is Erin McBurney and I teach 8th grade U.S. History at Watertown Middle School. I was born and raised in Watertown, South Dakota, and I plan to retire from Watertown Middle School as an 8th grade U.S. History teacher because I love teaching. I love it with my whole heart. I love teaching
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In the latest episode of “Middle School Walk and Talk,” hosts Phyllis Fagell and Jessica McGuire delve into the critical topic of financial literacy, highlighting its importance in the middle school curriculum. Joined by Khalia Murray and Kevin Mechenbier from EverFi, the discussion sheds light on why financial literacy should be an integral part of
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