Posted inDepartment of Education

New York Governor Hochul Unveils ‘Back to Basics’ Plan to Enhance Reading Proficiency

Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a comprehensive initiative, the ‘Back to Basics’ plan, to boost reading proficiency in New York and address the critical need for foundational skills in students. This proposal, a component of her 2024 State of the State address, focuses on transitioning the state’s education system to evidence-based best practices. In an […]

Posted inLiteracy

Eleventh-Grade Summer Reading List for Students

As educators, we are responsible for cultivating an inclusive learning environment that values and celebrates diversity. One powerful way to achieve this is by providing students with a diverse reading list that exposes them to different cultures, experiences, and perspectives. Here is a reading list specifically curated for your eleventh-grade summer reading list. Each book […]

Posted inProfessional Development

Co-creational professional development is not just another fad for teachers

When teachers are told they need professional development, it often creates negative emotions that are not addressed by leadership. To teachers, professional development is commonly seen as a time investment that does not address day-to-day job challenges.  Co-creational professional development presents a unique opportunity for teachers to have a voice in the creation of their […]

Posted inPedagogy

Finding Jungles in the City

Sparking Scientific Curiosity Through Relevance One of the problems with STEM education in the United States is its accessibility. Specifically, the inaccessibility gap between students from well-resourced schools and those without. Having AP course offerings, funding for lab materials, access to structured readiness programs, and even something as simple as an Algebra II class can […]

Posted inPedagogy

Hang Up the Tattle Phone

Have you signed up for The Educator’s Room Daily Newsletter? Click here and support independent journalism! We never thought we’d be Instagram teachers. But here we are, watching our ideas spread on online forums. Social media has given educators an accessible and user-friendly platform to share thoughts about all things education. Without proper funding, professional […]