Why an All-Girls School Is a Path to Success The advantages of attending an all-girls school extend far beyond graduation day. Single-sex education often leads to stronger leadership skills, higher self-confidence, and increased academic ambition. Many graduates go on to advanced degrees and build careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. How single-sex … Read more
By LeiLani Cauthen Schools and districts across the country are calling the Learning Counsel for guidance now that many must close campus buildings. To help you decide the right direction quickly, we’ve created this practical questionnaire and action plan. Use it to evaluate your situation and then contact us for a tailored list of resources … Read more
By Betsy Hill and Roger Stark The COVID-19 pandemic forced educators and schools to confront long-standing assumptions and outdated practices. In a very short time many of us learned to question the “That’s the way we’ve always done it” mindset that has governed education for more than a century. As we rebuild and reimagine schooling, … Read more
By Dr. Marilyn Black Three-dimensional (3D) printers are increasingly common in K–12 classrooms because they turn student ideas into tangible objects, foster creativity, and build problem-solving and design skills. When used thoughtfully, 3D printing can make lessons more engaging, support project-based learning, and help prepare students for future technical roles. At the same time, the … Read more
Happy Hands Dispenser Design Contest Deb Group has launched the Happy Hands Dispenser Design Contest to engage students in promoting proper hand hygiene through creativity. Pre-registration is now open, and the contest invites students to design a unique soap or sanitizer dispenser that will help raise awareness about handwashing and healthy habits at school. The … Read more
Meet Tim Draper and the remarkable students of Draper University, now visible live on your screen. As the world evolves rapidly, so do our educational needs. Draper University offers a modern, hands-on approach to entrepreneurship designed for today’s fast-moving marketplace. Venture capitalist Tim Draper and a select group of emerging entrepreneurs bring a fresh model … Read more
By Joshua Sneideman On the surface, family dinners and academic success might not seem connected. Yet a memory from my teaching days illustrates the link clearly. When a graduating valedictorian was asked what contributed most to his success, he answered simply: “We often had family dinners where we discussed the news and shared our opinions.” … Read more
Written by Joseph Gulino Kindergarten readiness should not be decided solely by a calendar date or a brief skills check. “I just try to pull them through!” the kindergarten teacher told me when I noticed six children in her class of 21 who did not seem prepared for kindergarten. It was December 1999, I was … Read more
By Betsy Hill and Roger Stark “We stand on the threshold of important new advances in neuroscience that will yield increased understanding of brain functioning and the way we learn. How we use this new information to teach our children may well be the most important question of our lifetime.” Dr. Pat Wolfe, author of … Read more
ClassDojo has earned the Common Sense Privacy Seal in recognition of its strong and sustained commitment to protecting student and educator data. As part of a small group of education technology providers that meet the highest privacy expectations, ClassDojo has demonstrated practices that go beyond simple regulatory compliance to prioritize the safety and trust of … Read more
