In an open letter to college presidents in response to student protests, the ACLU executive director stressed the essentiality of academic freedom and free speech and the need for universities to protect them. Currently, there are students protesting around the world in response to what they see as the extreme measures Israel has taken in […]
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Biden-Harris Administration announces changes to school nutrition menus
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced changes to school nutrition guidelines impacting the meals students are served in schools across America. In an announcement on Wednesday, Secretary Tom Vilsack announced six major steps to take between Fall 2025 and Fall 2027 to school nutrition in schools, which include less sugar and greater flexibility with […]
Tennessee moves to arm teachers with guns with Senate Bill 1325
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
“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 […]