Meditation Programs Show Promise for Schools
Teachers are being asked to fit more and more into the school day, but studies are showing that a single-minded focus on academics isn’t necessarily the best way to improve…
Investigation into Pearson Highlights Problematic Business Practices
Whatever your role in education, these days you hear one company named over and over again: Pearson. The publishing giant has its hand not only in test creation, but professional…
To Close or Not to Close: Snow Days and Student Learning
Most districts in Connecticut have had plenty of snow days in recent weeks and there’s a good chance we’ll see more this winter. Sometimes canceling school is an easy call,…
February Deals and Discounts from NEA Member Benefits
NEA Member Benefits offers savings for teachers every day of the year. Below are the special offers for February. NEA Click & Save, the online discount buying service for NEA…
Testing Takes Center Stage at State Board of Education Meeting
The first administration of SBAC that will yield student and school level results is coming soon, and State Department of Education (SDE) Officials say they think districts are ready, but…
New Teachers: Conferences Just for You Coming Soon
Teachers are busy and Saturdays are precious, but you can learn a lot and connect with other new teachers in just a few hours at a regional new teacher conference…
Monroe Students Excited by Visit from Special Reading Role Models
Schools are always looking for fun ways to encourage students to get excited about reading, and Stepney Elementary in Monroe was able to achieve that goal recently with a visit…
High School Students Can Win Opportunity for Artwork to Hang at U.S. Capitol
Attention art teachers and relatives of budding Monets — the U.S. Congress holds an art competition for high school students every spring, and members of Connecticut’s delegation want your students…
Increasing Community Involvement Focus of New Program in East Hartford
Effectively engaging parents and community members is a challenge for many schools, but it’s one that Robert J. O’Brien STEM Academy in East Hartford is eager to take on. Thanks to…
11 Free Classroom Resources for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is more than a good excuse for eating chocolate. Here are 11 lesson ideas and fun projects to use with students, or your own children or grandchildren, compiled…