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What’s the purpose of school? Too often, our answer sounds like: “To prepare students for the next test. The next grade. The next...

Big changes in education often start with lofty promises—crafted far from the classroom. But true reform doesn’t trickle down from think...

A Significant Move: Replacing Year-End Tests with Frequent Benchmarks On August 8, 2025 , Oklahoma’s State Superintendent Ryan Walters...

It’s not enough for students to ace the test if they can’t apply what they’ve learned. Worksheets have their place—but real learning...

Teachers don’t need more PD about time management—they need fewer meetings. They don’t need a seminar on burnout—they need sustainable...

No one told us that we'd learn more in our first year of teaching than in four years of college. That classroom management isn’t about...

Rigid curriculum maps are often designed with good intentions—to ensure consistency, cover standards, and promote accountability. But in...

At the heart of every thriving school is one invisible yet powerful force: trust. Trust between teachers and administrators. Trust...

Too many schools wait until a teacher breaks down before offering support. But by then, the damage is done. Wellness isn’t a luxury. It’s...

When students have choice, they take ownership. And when they own their learning, everything changes. Choice boards, passion projects,...

Maria Montessori believed children learn best when they are free to explore, move, and follow their interests. Her methods were...

Too often, education policies are passed without real input from teachers or parents. Politicians and public figures frequently champion...

Many parents don’t feel like partners—they feel like outsiders. They get called when there’s a problem, not when there’s progress. They...

Labels can help students access support—but they can also limit potential. When we say, “He’s autistic,” or “She has ADHD,” are we...

In today’s polarized climate, teaching critical thinking can feel like a risky endeavor. But real education isn’t about indoctrination or...

More families are choosing to opt out of standardized tests—and their reasons go beyond politics. Parents are noticing the stress, the...

The bell rings at 7:30, but my day started long before. Emails checked. Copies made. A last-minute behavior plan was adjusted. Then it’s...

Somewhere along the way, we began to treat teachers like technicians—not professionals. Scripts replaced autonomy. Policies replaced...

Navigating special education is overwhelming for families. But when teachers and parents partner with transparency and empathy, it...

Before we teach standards, we must teach students that they belong. Community isn’t built through seating charts or behavior charts—it’s...