Women’s History Month: Women Making a Dif...
Officially established within the United States in March 1987, Women’s History Month is an important time to honor the outstanding accomplishments of women both historically and in our current times (Women’s History Month, n.d.). One area where women have made significant strides is the field of education, where they have played a key role in […]
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Read ArticleNew Year, New Ideas from PLS Classes Instructors
Did you know our instructors at PLS Classes are also K-12 educators? Many are working teachers and others have retired. We recently asked a few of our working instructors to share some insight with us about what is going on in their classrooms, how to support student learning, and new ideas to help kick off […]
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Read Article10 Stores That Offer Teacher Discounts
According to the New York Times in 2016, 94% of public school teachers spent their own money on classroom supplies. Extra paper, crayons, prize box fillers, classroom decor, etc., can add up. If you’re like many teachers, we’re sure that you incur a lot of additional expenses throughout the year. If you are a teacher […]
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Read ArticleCommunity Outreach and Engagement Ideas for Tea...
It’s been said that it takes a village to raise a child, which means the residents of your community are just as crucial to helping your students achieve their academic and personal development goals as nearly any other members of your administration. Obtain community support and show your neighbors why they should be invested in […]
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Read ArticleElementary School Teachers: Top 10 Ways to Wrap...
It’s hard to believe — it’s almost the end of another school year! The close of another academic year is bittersweet. After all, you’re so proud of all that your students have achieved and you’re happy to see them move forward, yet on the other hand, boy are you going to miss them! Before you […]
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Read ArticleTeachers: Resolve To Be More Organized in 2018
Did you know that January 9th is National Clean Off Your Desk Day? While this may be a made up holiday, why not take today as an opportunity to get more organized? After all, the beginning of the year is a great time to clean up and declutter. Follow these simple ideas and you’ll be […]
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Read ArticleA Teacher’s Guide to Surviving the Week Before ...
“The students are so calm right before December break.” Said no teacher, ever! By now, you’re probably just as excited as your students are about winter break. The week before any holiday break can be stressful for teachers and students alike, with tests and projects that must be completed in spite of the excitement in […]
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