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It’s that time of year again! Crisp mornings and earlier sunsets signal more than just the end of summer. They also mean back-to-school shopping, homework help, and the start of fall sports.  In many ways, school is like a team sport. You have players and supportive leaders who work together to create a culture of learning, growth, and success. But just like in sports, not every player follows the rules of good conduct. In fact, bullying, whether verbal, physical, relational, or cyber …

Deciding how to invest in your learning environment is one of the most impactful decisions you can make. We all understand that a well-equipped, engaging, and supportive classroom enhances student learning and fosters a positive school culture. But turning that understanding into an every day reality can be challenging. So how and where should we invest in our classrooms to ensure ongoing, continuous success? Key areas to consider include…    Enhancing Classroom Resources Enhanc …

Excerpts taken from full article originally featured on boystown.org/parenting.We’ve all heard “Mom, I have this permission slip for a field trip. It’s due today.” If I’m being honest, I hear it several times a year! My daughters struggle to stay organized once they leave school for the day. They’re so excited to come home and watch Netflix or play with the neighbor kids, that they forget I’m supposed to sign them up to go to the zoo.From their teacher’s perspective, it has to be frustr …