4 Alternatives to Standardized Testing
Debates surrounding standardized testing cite a long list of positives and negatives. Proponents of standardized testing tout benefits…
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Florida Governor DeSantis Signs Curriculum Transparency Bill into Law
Last Friday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law a bill that boosts parents’ rights in education and…
Podcast Ep. 10: “Heroes of Change: Speaking Up” with Guest Tom McCracken
How do we eradicate bullying? Guest Tom McCracken answers this question with a ringing call to action after…
6 Ways You Can Teach Critical Thinking at Home
When my husband and I first got married, he was shocked at the number of passionate debates my…
What Do School Boards Do, Anyway?
“Glenda’s Plan for Our Schools!” read a brightly colored sign hanging in front of me. “Fiscal responsibility, promoting…
High School Students in This Colorado District Will No Longer Receive Valedictorian Awards
Some Colorado parents were upset to learn that their school district plans to eliminate valedictorian awards. According to…
Have you followed our new podcasts?
Did you know that the Noah Webster Educational Foundation has not one, but TWO new podcasts? Every Monday,…
How Do You Measure School Success?
If there was only one definition of school success, parents everywhere would be making the exact same educational…
Why You Should Care About Your School’s Budget
Picture this: you’re a teacher and it’s testing time. Students are hushed, absorbed in their exams, when “wham!”…
Schools Feeling the Pain at the Pump
Recent gas prices are soaring to record levels, panicking schools across the country. Georgia State Superintendent Richard Woods…
The Lasting Impact of Strong Leadership with Ron Nehring
In this special edition of the State of Education with Melvin Adams, Melvin and guest co-host Shelbie Slater…
The Pros and Cons of Educational Labels
Educational labels are beacons of understanding. At least, according to Education Week, that's how they should work in…