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From curiosity to clarity: Showcasing career paths to young learners

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Starting career exploration early Elementary school: Building awareness During my judging experience a few weeks ago, I met students who said they knew their career path since they were eight or nine. In elementary school, highlighting a variety of careers to younger students is key.

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Look to the Science: Understanding how Mind, Brain and Education Science can Inform Educational Practices

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Her career spans roles as an elementary teacher, instructional coach, mentor, special education administrator, and elementary school principal. She currently serves as the principal of Austin Steward Elementary School #46 in Rochester, New York.

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Look to the Science: Understanding how Mind, Brain and Education Science can Inform Educational Practices

k12 Digest

Her career spans roles as an elementary teacher, instructional coach, mentor, special education administrator, and elementary school principal. She currently serves as the principal of Austin Steward Elementary School #46 in Rochester, New York.

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Research Shows Autistic People Have No Communication Deficit

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Autism is widely associated in daily circles with people who are socially awkward, have a different way of thinking, and are generally less effective communicators. This recent study had various pairings of autistic, non-autistic and mixed-group participants and had them do two tasks.

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Fundraiser Freebie!

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Additionally, a “Sports Day Fundraiser” can be organized, where students participate in friendly sports competitions and challenges, with each participant collecting pledges or donations based on their performance. What are some innovative fundraising ideas for elementary school classrooms?

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

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Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning. Without face-to-face communication, building relationships with peers and instructors becomes challenging, hindering collaboration and support.

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Can the Most Populous State Pull Off Universal Pre-K?

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When Wendy Lundeen began teaching transitional kindergarten over a dozen years ago, it was seen as an unconventional option to help prepare children to one day enter elementary school. The transitional kindergarten program is typically offered within existing elementary schools, and all districts will be required to offer it.