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 […]
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“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 […]
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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 […]
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Unlock the Power of Data: Your invitation to a transformative virtual summit
Feeling frustrated with data in your classroom or school? Our upcoming virtual summit, Data in Education, is designed to change that. We’ll help you transform data from a source of stress into a source of power, leading to better teaching, improved student outcomes, and smarter decision-making. What to expect at the summit: Is this summit […]
Posted inCurrent Events in Education
10 Books for celebrating Pi Day with Students
Every year on March 14, schools celebrate Pi Day (Greek letter “π”), the symbol used in mathematics to represent a constant—the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter—which is approximately 3.14159. Pi Day is an annual opportunity for math enthusiasts to recite the infinite digits of Pi, talk to their friends about […]
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Innovative charter schools arrive in Montana, but not without a fight
In January of 2024, the Montana Board of Public Education approved the creation of nineteen public charter schools. These schools address a variety of needs, from multilingual students in Bozeman to teacher recruitment and retention in my district in Great Falls. HB 549, which was sponsored by former school administrator turned legislator Dr. Fred Anderson, […]
Posted inSpecial Education
Teaching with empathy to drive differentiation
Differentiation: For less than $20 an hour, I was regularly – to name a few – choked, bitten, spit on, and scratched, yet any time the words “Long-Term Substitute” were followed by “SPED” or “Emotionally Disturbed” (the diction used at the time), I accepted the position as quickly as the slowly-loading website would allow. As […]
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We are raising $50,000 in 30 days
We are raising $50,000 during the month of September 2025. Think about how much you spend on coffee runs in a week—now imagine investing that same amount in something that fuels minds, not just mornings. At The Educator’s Room, we’re dedicated to amplifying teacher voices and reporting on the stories that shape education and our […]