One year after Parkland, it’s time to stop talking about arming educators and fortifying our schools, and focus on proven strategies that will protect students.
Let’s debate if teachers receive effective professional development or whether students have the necessary supports – but not if experience is valuable.
Educators are “programmed” to take care of everyone else, but who looks out for their needs? Veteran educator Jada Jackson offers some simple ideas for self-care, plus ways to support your colleagues.
Play is an important part of a child’s development, but new research shows focusing on academics in kindergarten raises achievement. Should we have play-based or academic-based kindergarten classrooms? Can we strike a balance? Share your experiences with us for a future article in NEA Today Express.
