As children progress through their education, personal lives, and professional careers, it is imperative they have strong leadership skills. As parents and educators, it is our job to ensure students are exposed to opportunities at home and in the classroom to exercise and strengthen this key soft skill. One effective way to incorporate leadership opportunities…
Movement is key to raising a happy and healthy child, both emotionally and physically. Movement is not just something children should do outside of school, it can be incorporated into the classroom in effective ways. Especially in the era of technology, where students are constantly on their computers, TVs, video game devices, and phones. As…
Why am I learning this? When will this ever apply to my everyday life? Questions like this are common among students, especially in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) subjects. Educators and parents are often pushed to explain why what students are learning matters and how these skills will be applicable as they enter adulthood…
Table of ContentsWhat is Social Emotional LearningBenefits and Importance of Social Emotional LearningSocial Emotional Learning in SchoolsSupporting Diverse LearningsUsing STEM Sports® to Promotion Social Emotional Learning What is Social Emotional Learning Social emotional learning (SEL) is a key component of students progressing into competent, healthy adults who excel in their personal and professional life. SEL…
It is a marathon, not a sprint. This widely known, and perhaps overused phrase aligns closely with the mindset and mentality that educators, parents, and school administrators should have when thinking about a student’s education. Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects are often seen as more difficult than other subjects, leading to students’ varying…
While the summer months allow students and teachers to relax and unwind between school years, many educators find themselves using the off months to prepare for the coming school year and ensure their classrooms are ready for their new students. This preparation period allows educators to enter the first day of school prepared, organized, and…
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are essential subjects in every student’s education. Starting as early as preschool, educators are tasked with finding ways to provide quality, engaging STEM curricula to students that prepare them for the STEM workforce. There are a variety of challenges educators face when implementing STEM with students. In this article,…
Summer is a great opportunity for parents to get involved in their child’s education. Through at-home STEM activities, parents can play an active role in improving their children’s STEM literacy and preparing them for the next school year. Whether it be facilitating these lessons one-on-one at home or signing them up for group STEM summer…
According to the Department of Labor, over 65 percent of students will grow up and fill jobs that do not exist yet. This striking statistic speaks to the changing workforce landscape and the imperative need for educators and parents to pivot teaching and learning approaches to meet these new needs. One way to prepare students…
Summer is a time for students to play, have fun, and enjoy the outdoors. There is a way for parents to seamlessly integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) into their child’s summer in a way that seems more like they are playing than learning – but we know the truth! In this article, we…
