A former teacher ponders the state of education through the lens of C.S. Lewis’s 1943 book “The Abolition of Man”
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15 Famous Homeschoolers: Past and Present
Are you thinking about homeschooling your child? Perhaps you’re 90% sure you’re going to jump in but would like one more piece of information to convince yourself to take the leap, or maybe you’re already on your homeschooling adventure and want to give your child something for motivation.
The ABCs of School Funding
Discover the ABCs of School Funding in the United States, demystifying the complexities behind federal, state, and local funding sources. Learn how public schools get funded and explore potential solutions like school choice. Get involved to make a difference in your local education system’s funding formula. Read now to understand the dynamics that shape American education financing.
Technology Temptation: The Impact on Our Youth
Can children communicate without devices? How has the integration of technology affected the socialization of youth?
Learning Losses Due to COVID
Teachers and school districts nationwide are doing their best to clean up the mess of the past 3 years. This will not be a simple process. Important decisions need to be made as states consider which interventions and programs to implement in order to make up the learning losses.
Hacking Your Student’s Brain for Education
Today we will discuss some methods you can use to begin hacking your student’s minds so they get the most out of each lesson you present.
Career Readiness: Educating Students on Their Options
There seems to be plenty of resources and information available to students planning to attend college, but where do students who have alternate plans turn? There aren’t academic advisors for those not following the traditional route in most public schools. How do we set those students up for success? In today’s post, we will discuss ways you can help support students to discover the path that is right for them.
The Ties Between EMOs and Charter Schools
In my previous article, I did a deep dive into charter schools and what you should consider when choosing one. EMOs (education management organizations) were briefly discussed as a way…
Social Delays After the COVID-19 Pandemic
But how do children learn to appropriately and confidently engage in social interactions when they miss out on chances to play with peers or aren’t allowed to go out into the community? How do adults maintain those skills when not offered opportunities for socialization?
The Rise of Alternative Education: Charter Schools
The main difference between charter and traditional public schools is autonomy. Charters are free to pursue alternative curriculum approaches and can focus on specific fields of study, such as art and technology.