Understanding the Role of the U.S. Department of Education: A Simplified Explanation Have you ever wondered about the actual functions of the U.S. Department of Education? If you’re feeling a bit lost on what they really do, you’re not alone! Let’s break it down in a straightforward way. At its core, the U.S. Department of […]
The Transformation of School Portables into Long-Lasting Classrooms In today’s educational landscape, the demand for classroom space is soaring, prompting many school districts to seek innovative solutions. One such solution has emerged in the form of portable classrooms. Originally intended as temporary structures to alleviate overcrowding, these portables have progressively evolved into staple components of […]
The Hidden Struggles of the School System: A Personal Reflection Have you ever wondered if the current education system is stressing students to the breaking point? It’s a thought I can’t shake, especially when I reflect on my own experiences in high school. For many, high school can be a challenging time, and while I […]
The Debate on Year-Round Schooling: Will Summer Break Eventually Disappear in the U.S.? As we embrace the warm months of summer, a thought-provoking question arises: Is it time for the United States to reconsider its lengthy summer break from school? The origins of this seasonal hiatus date back to the 1920s when educators advocated for […]
The Future of K-12 Education Under a Second Trump Administration: Insights from Project 2025 As the nation gears up for the next presidential election, discussions about the potential implications of a second term for Donald Trump are heating up—particularly in the realm of K-12 education. While Trump’s campaign has yet to provide a detailed education […]
Do Phone Bans Enhance Student Performance in Schools? As students return to classrooms this fall, an increasing number of them will find their smartphones prohibited during school hours. This trend is gaining momentum, particularly with the recent announcement from David Banks, Chancellor of New York City public schools, who is contemplating a ban on phone […]
The Hidden Challenges of Teaching: Are We Failing Both Educators and Students? As educators, many of us enter the profession driven by a deep-seated passion for our subjects and an eagerness to inspire young minds. However, the reality of teaching often strays far from this initial ideal. Unfortunately, many teachers find themselves caught in a […]
The Case for Teaching Inductive and Deductive Reasoning in High School As a 12th-grade English teacher with a background in philosophy, I’ve often reflected on a crucial skill that seems to be overlooked in our high school curriculum: the explicit teaching of inductive and deductive reasoning. These forms of reasoning are not just abstract concepts; […]
Addressing Recess: Finding Solutions to Keep Kids Engaged In our elementary school, which serves students from kindergarten through 6th grade, we’ve noticed a troubling trend—many of our older students are opting out of recess. Despite having 40 minutes for recess and 20 minutes for lunch, a significant number of 5th and 6th graders are choosing […]
Unveiling My Unpopular Opinion on Standardized Testing Every community has its share of contentious topics, and in the realm of education, standardized testing is often a polarizing subject. While many hold varying opinions on this method of assessment, I’d like to share my perspective: I genuinely believe that standardized testing has a role to play […]