On April 9, the Tennessee House Republicans passed Senate Bill 1325 with a 68-28 vote that will make it legal for some teachers and school staff to carry guns inside the classroom and stop parents and other teachers from knowing who was armed. Senate Bill 1325 reads as…Teachers, Principals and School Personnel – As introduced, […]
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Posted inInstruction & Curriculum
EARTH DAY: Free Download and Resources
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22nd, emerged as a global environmental movement in response to growing concerns about pollution, environmental degradation, and the need for conservation efforts. Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin conceived the idea for Earth Day, inspired by anti-war protests, and sought to harness the energy of grassroots activism to raise awareness […]
Posted inTechnology
Incorporating Coding into the Curriculum
In the 21st century, coding has transcended its traditional boundaries, evolving from a specialized skill into a fundamental component of literacy, akin to reading and writing. The opportunity and the challenge for an educator, then, is to bake coding and computational thinking into the fabric of the curriculum as interdisciplinary tools that can enhance learning […]
Posted inAsk a Teacher
When Your School Principal is Mean Jean the Recess Queen
Teaching was my dream job until the new principal/sheriff came to town. As I sit here typing this submission, I am at home because I need a mental health day. I have only been at work 30 days since 12 weeks of FMLA and approximately $15,000 in lost wages due to anxiety and depression. But […]
Posted inScience
10 Exciting Classroom Activities for the Solar Eclipse in Grades K-12
The total solar eclipse is a fascinating celestial event that captures the imagination of students and teachers alike. Today, April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The total solar eclipse will begin over the South Pacific Ocean. According to NASA, Weather permitting, the […]
Posted inConfessions of a Teacher
“Hop” is the newest show on HBO Max to highlight students with disabilities
HBO Max has set April 4 as the premiere for the new animated children’s series, Hop, which focuses on highlighting characters who all have some type of disability. Created by “Arthur” alums Marc Brown and Tolon Brown along with Peter K. Hirsch, the 26-episode series will first debut with six half-hour episodes, with the remaining […]
Posted inInstruction & Curriculum
Is Public Education better off now than four years ago? The answer is complicated.
The looming presidential election this fall provides the kismet to see our last four years through the standard “Are you better off now than you were four years ago?” while posing that same question to ourselves as public educators: Am I, as a teacher in America, better off now than I was four years ago? […]
Posted inLifestyle Stories
Echoes of Regret: Keep work relationships professional
Our newest column features stories told directly to our Lifestyle Editor, M. Shaw. These topics are meant to explore stories not told in education. All submissions can be sent to info@theeducatorsroom.com. The Stoney Island High School of Science bustled with the energy of eager students and dedicated teachers alike. Emi navigated the crowded halls with […]