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“Sometimes, when things are falling apart, they may actually be falling into place.” Unknown Are you an optimist or a pessimist? September 13 is Positive Thinking Day, an opportunity to reflect on sharing a positive attitude and positive thinking strategies in your classroom. According to this article from Very Well Mind, developing positive thinking skills … read more »
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Each August, we celebrate Water Quality Month, dedicated to preserving and maximizing freshwater resources worldwide. The genesis of this observation began after the passage of two critical acts in 1972 and 1974 – the Clean Water Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act. However, there is no need to observe a designated observation to realize … read more »
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Are you aware that August is Win With Civility Month (also known as National Civility Month)? As you prepare for the new school year, creating a supportive environment and teaching and reinforcing character are very important. Civility is a valuable skill to teach as it can help establish a supportive classroom environment. So let’s look … read more »
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July 26 marked the thirty-second anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signing and is recognized annually as National Disability Independence Day. The ADA ensures the rights of disabled people to access government, public establishments, transportation, and communication. In the years since the signing of the ADA, communication is arguably the area with the … read more »
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Space Exploration Day is celebrated annually on July 20. It commemorates the first landing of the Eagle lunar module on the moon’s Sea of Tranquility. NASA’s contributions to exploring our world continue toward discovering new and exciting places in our universe. We often talk about using primary sources in classrooms to promote student understanding of content—and what … read more »