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The goal of professional development (PD) for educators is improvement: Improved instructional strategies, improved teaching, and improved outcomes for students. Too often, however, teacher PD is simply a waste of time. “Teaching the Teachers,” a report by National School Boards … Read More

Studies show that educators experience stress at a higher-than-average rate. With this stress comes a phenomenon known as teacher burnout. If preventing teacher burnout isn’t currently on your list of priorities, it should be. Statistics show: Roughly half a million … Read More

In a survey administered to the National Panel of New Principals, 59% cited time management as the most challenging aspect of the job. If you’re a school leader—whether new to the job or a seasoned professional—you can certainly relate. Running … Read More

Our new Reports feature can be used to prepare and email childcare tax receipts. Tax season is never fun, but when you run a school or a daycare and have to provide families with tax receipts, things get worse. Based … Read More

Response to Intervention (RTI) is a proactive method of identifying and supporting students with behavior or learning needs. RTI begins with high-quality, evidence-based whole class instruction. Struggling learners identified through assessment are provided with interventions. Adults closely monitor student progress … Read More

When it comes to educational buzzwords, “social-emotional learning” (SEL) was the hot topic of 2018. But SEL is far more than a passing trend. It has the power to reduce behavior problems, increase academic achievement, and lead to improved student … Read More

Research indicates that effective teachers are the most important factor in student achievement. The success of your students and school depends on your hiring decisions. In this article, we’ll share five interview questions that will ensure you’re hiring effective teachers … Read More

Education is a continuously evolving field, and it’s important for educational leaders to keep up. At the same time, school administrators are busy. And that’s an understatement! That’s why podcasts are a great way to gain inspiration, stay current, and … Read More

Are you an administrator looking to improve your school climate, enhance student performance, or reduce negative behaviors? Boosting family engagement may be the key! Research demonstrates the benefits of family engagement in schools. Increased engagement leads to improved performance, behavior, and … Read More