A Non-Traditional Start with Real-World Perspective Kyle Smith didn’t start his career in a classroom—but everything he learned in business, coaching, and life brought him there. Today, he's teaching in Missouri, leading classrooms in special education math, government, and…
Teacher Appreciation Week 2025 is right around the corner—May 5–9. It’s the perfect time to celebrate our incredible educators. Whether you’re a school leader, parent, student, or community member, showing gratitude doesn’t have to be expensive—it just needs to…
Strong leadership is essential in every classroom. When teachers lead with clarity and purpose, they influence not only academic outcomes but the confidence, curiosity, and character students carry forward. Across the country, schools continue to need educators who are…
Incorporating Black History Month in your classroom effectively means going beyond surface-level celebrations and weaving Black history, culture, and contributions into daily learning. Below we provide some impactful ways (and resources) you can do this. Incorporating Black History Month…
It's time to recognize the vital role of school counselors during National School Counseling Week 2025 (NSCW). This year, the event runs from February 3-7, 2025, with the theme "School Counseling: Helping Students Thrive." Hosted by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), the weeklong celebration…
Teaching is more than a job; it’s a calling that touches lives and shapes the future. It’s a job with real meaning because it changes lives, one student at a time. Perhaps best of all, teaching is a profession…
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is not only a time for reflection—it is also a call to action. Across the country, individuals, schools, and organizations observe the holiday through days of service that strengthen communities and uplift others. Below, you'll find…
The Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program offers transitioning service members the ability to develop additional skills and certificates for civilian employment after active duty. SkillBridge allows service members to gain experience through additional training, apprenticeships, or internships during…
Teenagers often get an unfair reputation. They’re sometimes labeled as disengaged, distracted, or unmotivated—especially in an age of constant screens and nonstop noise. But spend even a short amount of time with teens in today’s classrooms, and a very…
Giving Tuesday is a day built around generosity, community, and meaningful impact. Most people think of it as a chance to donate to a cause they care about. But it can also be a moment to invest in your…
