Florida’s new state law, effective as of July 2023, makes it against the rules for public school teachers to use pronouns that don’t correspond with their sex assigned at birth. This controversial “Don’t Say Gay” legislation now extends to cover all grades from kindergarten through 12th, potentially limiting discussions on gender and sexuality among Florida’s …
As Canada continues to grapple with a shortage of teachers, one of the key factors driving educators away from the profession is the abuse and violence they face in classrooms. This issue varies from province to territory, with incidents ranging in severity. However, the overall trend among education professionals is a growing sense of fear …
This article, originally featured in One Story to Read Today, highlights the impact of machine grading and multiple-choice testing on American education. From funding cuts to integration and resegregation, these exams have become a staple for students across the country. The article explores the history of multiple-choice testing and its evolution into a standardized assessment …
Teaching has never been an easy profession, but the recent “culture war madness” has had a detrimental impact on educators. This has resulted in an increasing number of teachers leaving their jobs, and a decline in the desirability of a teaching career for high school and college students. In an op-ed for the New …
Teachers Shortages Across Canada: Concerns Raised as New School Year Begins As students across Canada begin a new school year, teachers and their representatives are expressing concerns about ongoing teacher shortages that are persisting from coast to coast. These shortages vary from province to territory, with some areas, such as Nova Scotia, reporting that most …
Last December, I witnessed an intriguing moment in my classroom when one of my students reacted strongly to Moby-Dick. While the book itself didn’t elicit this response, it was the student’s realization of a connection between the plot and the 2008 financial crisis. As a finance enthusiast, he spent weeks exploring the parallels between whaling …
Parents who hold the dual role of being teachers possess a unique perspective when it comes to raising children. Their firsthand experience in the classroom, working with students and communicating with parents, shapes the decisions they make in their own families. We reached out to teachers to learn about the things they personally avoid doing …
Back-to-school season is closely followed by cold and flu season, and it’s no accident. Spending time in enclosed spaces with others puts us at risk of spreading respiratory viruses. While these infections are usually mild, no one wants to deal with the discomfort of being sick and potentially missing work. This is especially true for …
Back-to-school season is an exhilarating yet chaotic time. There’s the frenzy of shopping for school supplies, the whirlwind of events and emails, and the introduction to new teachers and classroom dynamics. Amidst this period of transition, it’s vital for parents and caregivers to establish effective communication with their children’s educators. According to Staci Lamb, an …
UPDATE Aug 7, 2023 5:55 PM CDT In a recent development, a former fifth-grade teacher who allegedly created a “hit list” targeting students and staff members has reached a plea deal. Angelica Carrasquillo, a 25-year-old from Griffith, Indiana, pleaded guilty to an intimidation charge last Friday. As part of the deal, she …