As the first frost of November blankets the streets and the ambiance of Thanksgiving draws near, there’s no better time to introduce the power of gratitude into our classrooms. Teaching students to embrace thankfulness not only fosters a positive…
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When debating the best time of year to be a teacher, there are many top answers. But it is hard to deny the allure of autumn and the holiday season. Perhaps you find the season of thankfulness to be…
Idaho teacher Brooks Hill didn’t grow up dreaming of becoming a teacher. In fact, after graduating college in 2011, he had no idea what field to enter for his career. Certainly, after moving from Utah to Arizona to Boise,…
Peda... what? Most people are completely unfamiliar with the term pedagogy. You may have never even heard the word before. If that's the case, you're probably wondering how to even say it. So, first, it is pronounced PED +…
Five Reasons to 'Fall' in Love Teaching in the Fall Autumn—when the weather is crisp and the air feels full of potential—a new school year begins and offers teachers a chance to start fresh. Fall provides many reasons to…
Summer is here and teachers finally have a moment to breathe after what was probably the most chaotic school year of their careers. After taking a moment to reflect on the past year, and savor time with family, teachers…
Whether you're a veteran teacher or new to the field, the resources below will help you maximize your teaching abilities. Online professional development courses will allow you to pick up another endorsement or fine-tune your existing skills. Online professional…
March 14th (3/14) is Pi Day, giving us all an opportunity to celebrate the wonder of math in our everyday lives. Maybe you’ll celebrate in your own way with a slice of pizza or pie, but at American Board we…
Sunday, March 8th marks International Women’s Day, a day to recognize and commemorate the accomplishments of women. The move to celebrate International Women’s Day began in 1908 when a group of 15,000 women marched the streets of New York City,…
What started as a birthday tribute to the popular children’s author Dr. Seuss, has blossomed into a week-long celebration of reading. Read Across America Week, beginning March 2nd, is the perfect chance for teachers to explore reading-related activities in…
