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Changing a Curriculum to Prioritize Rigor, Relevance, and Blended Learning

The rigor levels of student learning were lower than what this school was striving for, so they addressed the issue in part by infusing purposeful technology into the curriculum.

Dr. Nate Carman
Superintendent, San Benito CISD

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Podcast: On STEM Learning and Community Outreach with Donna Gradel on Teachers in America

This episode of Teachers in America features Donna Gradel, 2019 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year and a finalist for National Teacher of the Year.

Onalee Smith
Shaped Contributor

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A 24-Year Career in Reading Intervention: Q&A With Former Teacher Betty Lewing

Shaped spoke with an educator with more than two decades of experience about her career and timeless reading intervention strategies.

Jordan Friedman
Former Shaped Editor

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Q&A: Linda Cliatt-Wayman on School Transformation and Her Career in Education

After 32 years in public schools, Linda Cliatt-Wayman now uses her voice and skills to advocate full time for justice in education for children in poverty.

Shaped Staff

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Carmen Sandiego in the Classroom: Cross-Curricular Solutions and Ideas

Middle school teacher Rachel Swartz shares her ideas for including the Carmen Sandiego character into classroom activities.

Rachel Swartz
Sixth Grade Teacher, Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy (MS/HS 141), Bronx, New York

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Math Talk Moves: Engaging Students Through Discussion in the Math Classroom

Students should be engaged in solving and discussing tasks that promote reasoning and problem solving.

Dr. Matthew R. Larson
Past President, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM); Senior Fellow, Math Solutions

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How School Leaders Can Become Instructional Change Agents

Use this downloadable resource to assess your school's culture, instructional planning, learner engagement, and community partnerships.

Adam Drummond, EdD
Associate Partner, The Center for Model Schools and Author, Instructional Leadership

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How HMH Author Jan Morris Made History With a Memoir About Being Transgender

For Pride Month, let’s look back at Jan Morris, who in 1974 stunned the literary world by publishing the first mainstream memoir about being transgender.

Susan Steinway
Archivist, HMH

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5 Things the Nation’s Most Rapidly Improving Schools Have in Common

The schools tackling the toughest challenges tell a consistent and powerful story by focusing on the future and prioritizing a rigorous and relevant curriculum.

HMH Staff

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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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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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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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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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