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“Dump the Pump” on June 20th
June 20th Is National Dump the Pump Day, but what does it mean to “dump the pump”? Dump the Pump...
Life Lessons From Your Dog
Wiggle bottom, man's best friend, cuddle bug, fur baby, smoochy pooch. We could go on and on about the crazy names we give our dogs and how much we love them. They give us joy and companionship, a reason to exercise, even someone to cry to; and ask for so...
“100 Deadliest Days” For Teens- How You Can Help
School is ending and the heat of summer is starting to set in. That means vacations, barbecues, and lazy days on the lake. But for teen drivers, summer means something altogether different. Memorial Day through Labor Day is considered the “100 Deadliest...
Water Safety Tips
It’s time to brush off your barbecue grills, stock up on popsicles, and get a new swimsuit because summer is practically here! After a winter with too much snow and a spring with too much rain, we are more than ready for summer. And if your neighborhood is...
Road Trip Preparation
May 24 is National Road Trip Day! As May comes to a close, classes are ending, the days are getting longer, and temperatures are slowly beginning to rise. You know what else that means? Vacation. Summer is calling and many American families are...
6 Free Professional Development Resources for Educators
Accumulating professional development hours for re-certification can be expensive, especially if your district doesn’t provide the professional development resources for you or offer monetary reimbursement for coursework. You already spent enough of your...
Paradise Intermediate School (PINT) School Lounge Makeover – The Reveal
paradise school lounge makeover “This brings hope. Helping us build back is really important. To makeover this space means a lot to everyone.”That’s was the reaction from David Smith, president of the Teachers Association of Paradise as the staff at...
8 Simple Ways to Appreciate Teachers (When You Are One)
I know, I know. You don’t need someone to tell you how to appreciate teachers when you ARE the teacher; you know how to appreciate your own kind. But have you really attempted to show your support and appreciation for your fellow teachers in your building? If you...
National “Create Real Impact” Contest Rewards Teen Safe Driving Messages
Students and schools across the country have won educational grants from the 2019 Spring Create Real Impact Contest, sponsored by Impact Teen Drivers and California Casualty. A total of $12,000 was awarded for creative efforts to address the dangers of...
Should You Allow Social Media in the Classroom?
Students are hooked on their Smartphones. Just watch a group of teens – how many are typing or swiping something on their phones? This is a phone-addicted reality, and many educators are grappling with the idea of allowing students to use their phones for structured...