by Dr. Emily Levy | Jan 4, 2013 | Articles
As students progress through school, they are expected to take countless in-class and standardized tests that include essays. Students are often baffled by this type of exam. How do I begin? How do I write an effective thesis statement? How do I organize my ideas?... by Jessica Velasco | Nov 10, 2012 | Articles
School is well underway. That means most parents are spending the majority of their lives at a playing field or on their way to one. During the competition, parents often cheer excitedly. During the ride home, everyone tends to discuss the outcome and evaluate... by Heifer International | Jul 28, 2012 | Articles
Heifer International, the global hunger and poverty charity, has a fun and fulfilling way for teachers to enliven their class’s reading efforts this school year. Read to Feed is a powerful reading incentive program that also fosters in children a passion for helping... by Rick Kamal | Jan 23, 2012 | Articles
Many people believe there are three types of students who want to know how to get better grades faster. There are those who consistently do exceptionally well in all subjects Those who do well in a several subjects Those who struggle Many also believe that those who... by Alfie Kohn | Jan 11, 2012 | Blog
We are facing a proposal to require community service for all high school students. I am very concerned about the mixed message this will send to our students about freely giving of themselves in service to others. What are your thoughts on community service as a...
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