School Leaders
Education’s Secret Ingredient: PD for Digital Teaching
In this new weekly column by senior editor Wayne D’Orio, learn why former Mooresville superintendent Mark Edwards says robust PD for digital teaching is the biggest reason his district’s digital transformation worked. Mooresville is now a national model. Eight years ago in the small North Carolina town of Mooresville, then-superintendent Mark Edwards started an education revolution. Simply put, he went all in[…]
ESSA and the Future of High School Assessment
The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) still requires that high school students be tested at least once in reading/language arts, math, and science. But it gives states quite a bit of wiggle room in designing their high school assessment and accountability systems. States are now deciding which high school assessments they will use and how these assessments will factor[…]
58 Fantastic School Carnival Games & Activities (Plus Free Printable Signs!)
Perfect for school events or parties.
50 Exciting School Assembly Ideas Your Students Will Love
Bring everyone together for something amazing!
Grades:
Kindergarten
Preschool Teachers Deserve Teacher Discounts Too
The teacher discount gap that no one talks about.
When Do Kids Go Back to School in the US?
Here's how school start dates break down across the states.
50 Team-Building Games for Adults To Energize Staff Meetings
Build a sense of cooperation and camaraderie.
How Long Is Summer Break in the United States?
A state-by-state breakdown of school start and end dates.
2026 School Buying Guide: Real Educator Advice and Experiences
Learn how these resources actually perform in real classrooms!
Grades:
High School
10 Scholarship Recommendation Letter Examples (Free Templates)
Help students finance their education dreams.
Grant Money for Schools: 50+ Best Programs in 2025-26
Fund your classroom dreams—without digging into your own wallet.
50+ Unique Talent Show Ideas, Plus Tips and More
Your school's got talent!
