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National ESP Day – through the eyes of a Middle School Student

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.

American Education Week: November 14-18, 2016

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 with Your Kids.”

Thanksgiving Ideas for the Classroom

Interdisciplinary Lesson Plans, Activity Ideas and Other Curriculum Resources By Phil Nast, retired middle school teacher and freelance writer Celebrate the Thanksgiving season in the classroom and at home with lessons, quizzes, activities, games, trivia, books, and movies. Resources For: Grades K-5 Grades 6-8 Grades 9-12  

The Lasting Impact of Mispronouncing Students’ Names

Taking the attendance at the beginning of class may seem a routine if not mundane task to many educators. But to students, their name can be a powerful link to their identity. Pronouncing student s names correctly – during attendance, a classroom activity, or any other time of the school day –  should always be

What’s the Purpose of Education?

Public Doesn’t Agree on the Answer “The American public does not agree on a single purpose for public education,” said  Joshua P. Starr, the chief executive officer of PDK International. “And that’s despite the emphasis on academic achievement of the past 16 years. This tells me that the standards and test-based reforms of the Bush

13 Free Resources for Educators

Free, Quality Educational Websites   Looking for quality, free, educational websites? Here are several FREE websites some educators enjoy using.  Get your browser’s bookmarking tool ready! Brain Breaks Spelling Reading Science/Health Current Events Teacher Websites/Social Media All Subject Check It Out

Your NEA Retirement Planning Center – Does It Really Pay to Pay Off Your Mortgage

 Does It Really Pay to Pay Off Your Mortgage Financial experts are divided on the wisdom of heading into retirement with mortgage payments still on the books. There are valid arguments on both sides, but in the end, it hinges on your financial situation, along with your emotional and psychological preferences. Read About the Pros

First Few Weeks as a New Teacher: 3 Things I Wish I Had Known

This simple equation is used by standout teachers to maximize time management and learning at any grade level. Simply put: Three weeks of teaching the three R’s (routines, rubrics, and rules) leads to 33 weeks of higher student achievement. The start of the year provides an opportunity for students to participate in “on- the-job” training.

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