Title: Navigating Educational Choices for Gifted Young Learners: What Parents Need to Know As a parent, the journey of understanding your child’s abilities can be both enlightening and overwhelming. I recently turned to the r/ScienceBasedParenting community for insight into whether gifted children require specialized schooling in their early years. Unfortunately, the conversation quickly veered off […]
Embracing Technology: The Impact of Allowing Phones at Lunch and Recess As we wrap up another school year, we’ve witnessed some unexpected yet encouraging outcomes from our decision to permit phones during lunch and recess. The initial hesitation surrounding this policy has led to surprising benefits, prompting us to continue this approach into next year. […]
Exploring the Case for Dissolving the Department of Education The discussion surrounding the potential dissolution of the Department of Education (DOE) generates diverse perspectives, particularly among those engaged in educational policy debates. While many individuals lean toward liberal viewpoints, understanding the arguments from the other side can enrich our knowledge and foster productive conversations. Fiscal […]
The Impact of Teaching on Family Aspirations: Do Educators Hesitate to Start Families? In today’s educational landscape, many aspiring teachers grapple with a significant question: does a career in education influence their decision to have children? It’s a complex issue that merits attention, as the demands of teaching can sometimes overshadow personal aspirations. Teaching is […]
The Impact of COVID and Beyond: Examining Math Proficiency Among US Students As we continue to navigate the post-pandemic landscape, a pressing question looms large: Is the ongoing decline in math proficiency among US students solely a result of COVID-19, or are there additional contributing factors we need to consider? Recent reports indicate that American […]
Title: Embracing Phonics: A New Dawn in Early Reading Education? As the conversation surrounding early reading education continues to evolve, the movement advocating for a phonics-focused approach has garnered increasing support. A recent surge in educational reporting highlights a growing consensus around the science of reading, suggesting that we might be on the cusp of […]
Revisiting the 90s: A Look Back at Primary School Life As a 37-year-old primary school teacher, I recently found myself in a thoughtful conversation about my own experiences in the classroom during the 1990s. It struck me that while I could easily recall certain elements, like the familiar sight of textbooks and the sound of […]
Title: Unpacking the Unusual Employment Questions on School Enrollment Forms As parents undertake the important task of enrolling their children in school, they often encounter a variety of forms and questions. Recently, a friend of mine faced an unexpected set of inquiries regarding prior employment while filling out their child’s enrollment paperwork. The questions included […]
Assessing the Value of Efforts to Enhance Public School Performance In Arkansas, a new initiative known as ATLAS has emerged, aimed at boosting student achievement. However, recent statistics from the first year of implementation paint a concerning picture: an alarming 95% of students within Little Rock schools did not meet the proficiency standard in their […]
Navigating the Unknown: My Journey into Middle School Teaching As I prepare to embark on my new role as a middle school teacher, I can’t help but feel a twinge of apprehension. With my first day set for Monday, I find myself stepping into uncharted territory. Although I’m excited, I’m fully aware that I’m entering […]