Posts Tagged ‘students’
Dr. Kalia Reynolds – Empowering Educators and Students for Success
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In this episode of TLC Connections, we welcome Dr. Kalia Reynolds, Deputy Superintendent and Chief Academic Officer of the West Chester Area School District. Dr. Reynolds shares her journey…Read More
Breaking Barriers: Empowering and Understanding Students with ADHD
Millions of students around the world are suffering every day, and many do not understand why their minds work differently than their peers. For their parents and educators, providing appropriate support and helping these students understand Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder…Read More
Holistic Education: Nurturing Creative Minds
In today’s tech-centric educational environment, creativity and hands-on learning often seem overshadowed by screens and standardized tests. However, a growing movement within the academic world is bringing a renewed focus on hands-on activities, crafts, and problem-solving skills. This shift in…Read More
Summer Reading: Cultivating Lifelong Readers
Many of us remember those hot, languid summer days spent reading the latest novel by our favorite author or immersing ourselves in a fascinating new obsession. Today, as we observe the students in our lives, we might feel lucky if…Read More
Teaching EQ to Our Youth: Why Emotional Intelligence Matters Now More Than Ever
“When you’re drowning in loneliness and your emotions get the best of you, everyone seems so far away…I needed a life raft. The reason I couldn’t handle these emotions was because I did not have high emotional intelligence.”
These are…Read More
Revitalizing School Environments: Creating Spaces Where Students Thrive
The Transformative Power of School Surroundings
A recent TLC blog post explored the impact of strategically using a school’s physical surroundings to create an environment where students can thrive. In the article, former principal and “educational disruptor” Hamish Brewer demonstrated…Read More
New School Transition Guide: Helpful Tips to Facilitate Your Child’s Smooth Transition
Navigating the transition to a new school can be challenging for both parents and children. This guide explores three key areas to focus on to ensure a smooth and seamless transition for your child. Remember, every child’s transition is unique,…Read More
Shaping Schools, Shaping Lives: Transformation Through Environment
The Power of Physical Environments
“We shape our buildings, thereafter they shape us,” asserted Sir Winston Churchill. Andrew L. Ross, Gary Grenier, and Frank Kros, transformational education experts, echo this sentiment in their book, Creating The Upside Down Organization: Transforming…Read More
Unlock a Summer of Learning: Simple and Fun Ways to Prevent Academic Regression
The joy of summertime provides a much-needed emotional respite from the rigors of daily life. However, a study in the American Educational Research Journal suggests that students may risk losing substantial academic progress they made during the previous school year.…Read More
Belonging Stops the Bully: 4 Lessons from the Savannah
If you’ve ever watched a wildlife documentary, you’re familiar with some of the hunting tactics used by predators and the dynamics existing between predator and prey. Observing predator-prey dynamics can help to illustrate parallels between the natural instincts of predators,…Read More
Top 5 TED Talks for School Counselors
School counselors have borne the brunt of much of the turbulence experienced in education over the last few years. These five TED Talks speak to some of the biggest challenges school counselors face and offer tools and insights you may…Read More
Kindness in the Classroom: Facilitating Student-to-Student Kindness
Sixty seconds before they step into the classroom, students are gearing up to engage. How are they preparing themselves for the vulnerability required to master new skills or to make mistakes in front of their peers? To respond to challenges…Read More