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5 Keys to Extended Learning Opportunities and Why They Matter
All students now likely have some form of unfinished learning due to the impact of COVID-19. As a principal of a high-needs inner-city school, there were many questions I encountered that needed to be...
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Family Engagement: One Size Does Not Fit All
Resources on family engagement in early childhood education seem to have a recurring theme: One size does not fit all. Current research on the topic sheds light on why this is true and why educators...
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The Importance of Family Engagement in Physical Activity and Physical Education
There is plenty of research supporting family engagement in children’s education being one of the building blocks for academic success. But what about physical activity and living an active and...
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6 Easy Math and Reading Activities for Families
Academic work can sometimes seem intimidating to families. However, family engagement comes in many forms to fit the unique needs of students and families. Offering resources and options can help...
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How Schools Can Overcome the Barriers of Family Engagement and Inspire Success
Family engagement in a child’s education is critical to their development and future success. Regardless of background and income, children with engaged families are more likely to have better...
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Encouraging Science & STEM Learning Through Family Involvement
Families play an essential role in raising awareness of the value of science and STEM. They are a key factor in encouraging participation in activities that build interest and skills in science. The...
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Four Fun 4th of July Facts
As the 4th of July nears, excitement builds about hot grills and the skies begin to brighten with fireworks. With that kind of competition, how could anyone think to take their Independence Day...
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Educational Games for National Game & Puzzle Week
This Thanksgiving week, families will find themselves preparing food, cleaning the house, traveling to relatives, or finding room for relatives to visit. In the middle of all that, it can be difficult...
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4 Ways Kids Can Help with Thanksgiving Dinner
Whether you’re a parent wanting to get your kids involved in the celebration or a teacher looking for a unique way to send your students off to Thanksgiving break, there are plenty of ways to make...
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Simple Everyday Ways to Help Kids Practice Math: Winter Edition
Practicing math with kids using real-life concepts gives them more confidence in school and helps them prepare for the future. Consider these simple ways to help kids practice math outside school...
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The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 6: How to Spark Parent Involvement and Fuel...
In episode 6, host Nancy Chung interviews Kimberley Gorelik, Director of Strategy for WeAreTeachers.com and author of Hacking Parenthood, available on Amazon. Nancy and Kimberley discuss the benefits...
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5 Family and Community Engagement Strategies to Improve Student Outcomes
Strong school-family-community partnerships bring exceptional value to children’s education. A recent book by Karen L. Mapp, a senior lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and four...
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