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…
In a significant policy shift, President Trump has initiated plans to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education (ED). This plan aims to decentralize educational control to individual states. The move should not come as a shock as it aligns…
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…
Former and now President-Elect Donald Trump has won a second term as U.S. President. How will his election impact schools near you? Read on to learn about Trump's plans for education. Donald Trump's 2024 Education Policy Promises President-Elect Trump's…
Dyslexia, a common learning difference that affects language processing, impacts millions of people worldwide. In fact, an estimated 20 percent of Americans have dyslexia. Furthermore, people with dyslexia represent 80–90 percent of all those with learning disabilities as it…
World Teachers' Day 2024 (October 5) will focus on the theme "Valuing teacher voices: Towards a new social contract for education." This year, we'll emphasize the critical importance of listening to and empowering teachers as we reimagine the future…
School is back in session and yet schools across the nation are still grappling with a critical issue: a significant shortage of teachers. This challenge, which has been steadily growing over the past few years, has reached alarming levels.…
Governor Evers (D-WI) has extended the options for future teachers in Wisconsin. By signing SB 742, Governor Evers allows American Board to continue providing a fast and affordable route to teacher certification in the state. Thanks to Governor Evers's…
Across the country, schools face a significant shortfall in qualified STEM teachers. According to the U.S. Department of Education, more than half of states report a deficit in STEM teachers. This shortage is more pronounced in high-need, low-income schools.…
