Update: Two years ago I wrote this post about Bring Your Own Technology at our local school. I was just informed that the entire school has banned this policy. I doubt my letter was the what caused this change, but I'll never regret that I sent it to our principal. I can only imagine the amount of issues personal devices caused at school, mainly because I'm living them out in my home. I'm so glad that they've made this decision... it's hard enough to teach students, let alone police … [Read more...]
School Organization
School Organization The school year has started with a bang! You began the school year with organization. Now you're hoping your kids stay organized, study for their tests, and use that nice family computer center you set up. I can tell you that this WILL happen, but you will need to do some training first to master school organization. The Backpack Clean Sweep Sunday night is Backpack Clean-Sweep. Time to get out every crumb and scrap of paper. Last year, I'm pretty sure my son was … [Read more...]
How to Study for a Test (with printable)
How to Study for a Test Back-to-School time also means Back-to-Testing! Did you realize that many students don't know how to study for a test? This simple 5-Day Plan will help your child feel prepared and not rushed at the last minute. We keep this handy schedule posted. When a teacher announces a test, we count back 5 days from the test and then add in all of these important details below. Our old way of thinking: A Study Guide would come home and get posted on the fridge. Our hope was … [Read more...]
Gift for the Best Teacher in the World
Gift for the Best Teacher in the World I've been a teacher longer than I've been a mother. Although, the students I've had over the years have felt like my own children and they've also called me Mom a time or two. I've worked with amazing teachers who have also felt the same towards their students. My son's first grade teacher qualified for "The Best Teacher in the World." Why? The students knew they mattered and learned that it was important to be kind, thoughtful, compassionate, and … [Read more...]
How to Teach Letters and Sounds to Preschoolers
How to Teach Letters and Sounds to Preschoolers Do you know how to teach letters and sounds to preschoolers? It's something all parents and teachers are anxious for their children to know. Maybe you've been trying out some simple strategies or made the Who Am I? book. This strategy is so simple, I wish they would give it away for free. In fact, the principal I worked for purchased 10 copies for each Kindergarten class so that parents could borrow it. Why? It's simple, effective, and … [Read more...]
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