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Sharpen Your Writing Skills with Summer Fun
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Sharpen Your Writing Skills with Summer Fun

We are constantly expressing ourselves through the written word and yet, this essential skill is often terrifying for some students to complete. We’ve put together some suggestions or practicing writing in a safe and creative way.

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Why Every Student Needs A Hero
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Why Every Student Needs A Hero

As the school year approaches and lesson plans are being written, we are inspired by Sarah Fordyce, a science teacher in Los Angeles who wants students to belong, interact, and grow in her classroom. She writes about teaching science and the magic of teaching middle school on her blog www.happyteacherheart.com.

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2018 Summer Reading Recommendations
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2018 Summer Reading Recommendations

We put together a list of our favorite reads for your child to add to his/her summer reading list to enjoy beside the pool or during long road trips. And, don’t forget, you can find most of these books on audio, so stock up and enjoy the summer!

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Why Is Recess Important?
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Why Is Recess Important?

The discussion of recess has taken center stage in recent years, as parents, teachers, and educational leaders all over the country work to make the best decisions regarding how our children spend their school day. Schools have seen an increased emphasis on standardized testing since the 2002 No Child Left Behind Act, and more recently, the adoption of the Common Core Standards. This has prompted school leadership to minimize and even eliminate recess time in order to provide more classroom instructional time.

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