NEA Today Express What’s important for educators to remember, says Dave Stuart, is that students’ familiarity with digital technologies has no bearing on the fact that they need help in competently digesting information and reaching well-founded conclusions. “Kids still need to read, write, think and speak critically. That doesn’t come with being a digital native.
Hope all of you had a wonderful break and came back refreshed and re energized.
WEA wishes that you have a relaxed, peaceful and joy filled holiday break. Don’t eat to much, but enjoy your family and friends. Have a great New Year’s Eve and we will see you all back next year.
A positive climate, most education stakeholders agree, is on most schools’ wish-list. Schools do not aspire, after all, to create environments that are detrimental to students and educators. But the No Child Left Behind era – a decade plus of “test and punish,” a stripped down curriculum, and narrow accountability measures – decoupled school climate
Do some of your students need additional help before they can be ready to learn. WEA understands all too well the gap between what the district, social services, and other charitable agencies provide and what students often need. WEA also recognizes that our educators are in the best position to understand these special unmet needs
California Casualty Promise to Drive Focused When Educators make a Promise to Drive Focused they will be entered for a chance to win a new 2017 Focus. Information and Entry Form
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WEA wishes you rest, relaxation, family, friends and of course good food!!! Happy Thanksgiving
Through the eyes of Sofi, a middle school student, see how Education Support Professionals (ESP) make a difference in the lives of their students, both in and out of the classroom. ESP Meeting the Needs of the Whole Student National ESP Day honors and recognizes the contributions education support professionals (ESPs) make to public education.
How are you celebrating American Education Week? Share your plans and photos with us at AEW@nea.org! Celebrate with your social networks. For ideas, check out our “cheat sheet” and be sure to use #AEW2016. Check Out 15 Awesome Conversation Starters for Kids On Parents Day, share this listicle of “15 Awesome Questions to Generate Conversation
