Expanded Learning Time? It Works!

 NEW SCHOOLS THAT WORK  Can More Time in School Make a Difference?
In this feature, we visit Boston's Edwards Middle School and get the scoop on how they are using their expanded learning time (ELT) to yield excellent results in both academics and school culture.

Expanded Learning Time: Six Factors for Success
The director of instruction at Boston's Edwards Middle School outlines the steps they took to successfully implement their renowned program.

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 SCHOOLS THAT WORK  Expanded Learning Time Success
Since this Boston middle school added three hours to their school day, they have seen great improvements academically and in the school culture. Watch This Now (5:10 mins.)

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Research Review: Integrated Studies
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Graduating and Moving Up: Transition Resources
Is your student moving on to middle school? Just starting kindergarten? Or going to college?! Don’t stress. Blogger Matt Davis has pulled together a list of websites to help you and your student make a smooth transition.

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We've got two big giveaways this week in celebration of Teacher Appreciation Month:
1. Win $500 towards Corwin Press's online store. Restock your library just in time for summer!
2. Win $300 to buy iBallz protective tablet cases.

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TEACHER HEROES IN OKLAHOMA

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"This kind of bravery, dedication and selfless behavior is rarely discussed when we talk about what needs to be fixed in public education. This is something that's right about the system -- somehow, for modest pay and little or no public recognition, we attract men and women who will lay down their lives to protect (and educate) our children." -- Robert Frantz

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Stop the Cynicism

"How can one keep from being cynical, when half of all the things I see are done for money and not for the benefit of the kids . . . ?" -- Love