Featured Topics: Character Education | Featured Topics: Student Engagement | Featured Topics: Professional Development
From Culture to Character: Ways to Increase Student Attendance
Regular attendance is vital to student success. A from America's Promise Alliance emphasized that, for some students, getting to school isn’t as easy as waking up to catch the bus or getting dropped off by a parent. “Many students, particularly those living in poverty, face systematic barriers that make going to school challenging…Often times students struggling with these issues are chronically absent.” Teachers or counselors can meet with these students to set goals, troubleshoot challenges, and help to problem solve. All schools can use tips from the following list to increase student attendance, compiled from programs Count Me In! and Attendance Works.
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Case Study: Illinois Elementary School Engages Students With Vibrant Learning Environment Created With VariQuest Visual Learning Tools
Butterfield Elementary School Libertyville, Illinois
How to Write a Grant eBook
This helpful guide includes an explanation of the grant process, including a checklist (with samples!), and useful links and resources to find funding!
Featured Topics: Differentiated Instruction | Featured Topics: Student Engagement
5 Myths & Mission Statements for Engaging Gifted Learners
By Amanda Parker
Academic Subject: English Language Arts | Featured Topics: Differentiated Instruction | Featured Topics: Student Engagement | Featured Topics: Professional Development
Differentiated Activities for Engaging Students with Spelling
by Emma Dorrance
Grade Level: Secondary (7-12) | Featured Topics: Student Engagement | Academic Subject: Interdisciplinary | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities
Grades 9-12 Activity: Student-centered Learning
VariQuest Tools: Perfecta 2400 | VariQuest Tools: Poster Maker 3600 | VariQuest Tools: Cutout Maker 1800 | Featured Topics: Student Engagement | VariQuest Tools: Cold Laminator 2510 | Featured Topics: Professional Development
5 Back-to-school Tips from VariQuest Featuring Wise County Public Schools
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3 Simple Ideas for On-the-Spot Student Recognition
Reward programs have a long tradition in classrooms – think of gold stars and perfect attendance certificates – but they have had questionable effects on actually improving student achievement. New study on student motivation – published by the National Bureau of Economic Research – indicates that the timing of rewards is critical to resulting in a positive outcome in terms of academic progress. Immediate awards and recognition programs have a much more positive impact on student achievement. Here are 3 simple ideas on how to provide on-the-spot student recognition at your school…
Featured Topics: Student Engagement | Featured Topics: Lessons and Activities
Tools to Define and Communicate Clear Expectations
The following activities are designed to aid in creating an efficient and effective classroom with clear expectations and procedures. Bringing these instructional tools into your classroom will help with classroom management, specifically when students are expected to work independently. These activities are especially useful when working with students with emotional and/or behavioral disorders and students diagnosed with autism, who will benefit from consistency in the classroom and throughout the building, along with increased visual supports.
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Visual Learning Webinar: Develop Student Thinking Skills with VariQuest and Inspiration
VariQuest Tools: Poster Maker 3600 | VariQuest Tools: Cutout Maker 1800 | VariQuest Tools: Awards Maker 400 | Featured Topics: Student Engagement
3 Simple Ideas for On-the-Spot Student Recognition
Reward programs have a long tradition in classrooms – think of gold stars and perfect attendance certificates – but they have had questionable effects on actually improving student achievement. New study on student motivation – published by the National Bureau of Economic Research – indicates that the timing of rewards is critical to resulting in a positive outcome in terms of academic progress. Immediate awards and recognition programs have a much more positive impact on student achievement. Here are 3 simple ideas on how to provide on-the-spot student recognition at your school… 1. CUSTOM AWARD PLAQUES