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12 Qualities of a Successful Education Leader

Leadership is both an art and a science with the goal of moving the masses toward achieving a common goal.

Eric Sheninger
Senior Fellow, the Center for Model Schools; Aspire Change EDU; Keynote Speaker; Author

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Why You Should Incorporate Role-Play as a Teacher

Learn more about incorporating role-play as a teacher, and explore the different benefits of role-play in the classroom.

Melissa Williams
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Exploring the Cost of Technology in Education

The cost of technology in education is high. Read about three key considerations regarding the cost of technology in schools.

Debi Christensen
Shaped Contributor

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Flag Day Activities for Elementary Students

Explore flag day activities for elementary students to teach your class about the symbolism behind flags and the various themes they may represent.

Shaped Staff

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Wrapping Up the School Year: End-of-the-Year Checklist for Teachers

Wrapping up the school year can be fast and furious. Use this end-of-year checklist for teachers to finish the school year strong before summer begins!

Lisa Sims
Former HMH Consultant

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Learning Is Emotional: Why We Need to Maximize SEL in Our Schools

When it comes to social-emotional learning in schools, every $1 invested has an $11 return in long-term benefits.

Dr. Linda Lucey
Associate Partner, The Center for Model Schools

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What Does Successful Technology Integration Look Like in Education?

Technology integration and successful technology integration, what’s the difference? Successful technology integration does not have a single blueprint.

Billy Soden
Shaped Contributor

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Podcast: Creating a Classroom Management Plan with Brittany Mamphey on Teachers in America

On Teachers in America, Brittany Mamphey—a teacher in Cincinnati—talks about classroom management, teacher retention, and student empowerment.

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

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Making the Most of Model Schools Conference 2019: Tips From an Avid Attendee

Alongside more than 5,000 educators, take advantage of all the opportunities MSC has to offer this year.

Kelly Boeing
Assistant Principal, Lucerne Valley Middle High School

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Don't Stop Believin' in Literacy: A School's Path to Reading Proficiency

Learn how a lifelong high school educator pulled a struggling Title I elementary school to the heights of glory.

Blythe Carpenter
Principal, Jinks Middle School

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Professional Development is Not One-Size-Fits-All

Fifth grade teacher Brittany Mamphey reflects on professional development for teachers and offers tips for how PD can become more meaningful.

Brittany Mamphey, M.Ed.
Dean of Students, Mt. Healthy South Elementary School, Ohio

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12 Pros and Cons of Technology in the Classroom

Explore the pros and cons of technology in the classroom. Technology is a powerful tool that positively impacts learning.

Casey Brown
Shaped Contributor

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What is Technology Integration in Education?

What is technology integration in the classroom? Learn the advantages of the integration of technology in education.

Debi Christensen
Shaped Contributor

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Explore HMH Asian American Writers and Their Cultures With These Books

For Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, let's celebrate the HMH authors who write about what it means to them to be Asian American.

Susan Steinway
Archivist, HMH

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4 Ways to Keep Middle School Students Engaged at the End of the School Year

How will you keep students keep engaged when the sun is shining and they want to be outdoors?

Kristen Eannetta
Instructional Coach

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Q&A: Simon Sinek on School Improvement, Growth Mindset, and More

We spoke to author Simon Sinek, a featured speaker at this year's Model Schools Conference, whose new book, The Infinite Game, will be released in June 2019.

Shaped Staff

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3 Reasons You Need a Teacher BFF

Third-grade teacher Alexa Tegtmeier offers three reasons why teachers should befriend other teachers.

Alexa Tegtmeier
Third Grade Teacher, Curtis Guild Elementary School

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9 Fun Brain Break Ideas and Activities to Help Your Students Focus

Discover 9 creative and effective brain break ideas and activities to re-energize your students and enhance their focus in the classroom.

Melissa Williams
Shaped Contributor

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