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Incorporating Virtual Learning Skills Into the New School Year
Written by Casey Keyser, MSEA Third Grade Teacher I don’t need to tell anyone in the school system how difficult the last year and a half was for education. Not just for teachers, but for bus drivers, principals, parents, students, and everyone in between. Teaching...
Managing Your Child’s Screen Time
It’s no secret that kids of all ages love electronic devices - video games, tablets, computers, smartphones, etc. And we do, too! But all of the technology that surrounds us can become addictive. So, how do you help your child manage screen time and develop good...
5 Free Summer PD Resources for Teachers
Teachers do not have summers off. Professional development (PD) is one of the many tasks that’s expected of educators in the summer. But if your district doesn’t provide or pay for PD resources, the costs can quickly add up. If you’re looking for ways you can easily...
Summer Fire Prevention
Planning to fire up the grill or gather around the fire pit this summer? While these fun activities are great ways to spend the season with your family and friends, they also come with a risk of fire-related injuries. If you’re hosting an outdoor gathering or handling...
Getting Rid of Humidity in Your Home
Summer is here and (unfortunately for most) so is the heat and humidity. But humidity in your home isn’t just uncomfortable. Did you know it can also do some serious damage to your house and your health? Humidity describes the amount of moisture in the air. When the...
Indoor Projects You Need to Try This Summer
Looking for projects to do this summer to enhance your home? Try these 6 fun, easy and creative ways to spruce up your living space. We’ve even added some helpful tips so that you can get the most out of each DIY (do-it-yourself) project. Happy decorating! ...
Debunking the Myth ‘Teachers Have Summers Off’
“It must be nice to have the whole summer off.” At least that’s what many people say to (and assume about) teachers. However, if you’re like the majority of educators, you can’t even remember a summer when you didn’t work or teach summer school, complete professional...
July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month
We love—and need—our cars. So we should protect them to the fullest extent. July is National Vehicle Theft Protection Month and it’s the perfect time to take a look at whether we’re doing all we can to keep our cars safe. Vehicle theft is more common than you...
Starting with S.T.E.A.M.
Written by Casey Keyser, MSEA Third Grade Teacher You flip on your classroom lights, carry your 5 bags and 4 drinks in, drop everything down at your desk, turn on your computer, write your objectives, make copies and then it’s time to welcome in your students, and...
Nurses: Working During the Holidays
Long shifts, overnights, and demanding workloads are all a part of being a nurse. But no matter if you’re a 10-year veteran or just starting out, it’s never easy to miss the holidays because you have a shift. Whether it’s a Thanksgiving or Christmas with the family,...