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When Concourse Village Elementary in the Bronx had to close their school building due to Covid-19, principal Alexa Sorden and her staff pivoted quickly to deliver engaging lessons via video.

Research shows that breaks can provide more than rest. Use them to boost creativity, cognitive function, and social skills.

When schools abruptly closed due to Covid-19, teachers figured out how to make remote learning work. This week, as the nation expresses its gratitude, we recap the emotional journey.

Imagine a safe space where students with autism can go to calm their bodies and then get back to the business of learning.

This round-up of teachers reaching out to their distant students makes it more clear than ever that relationships are always at the heart of teaching.

Recess is often sacrificed to make room for more academics. The research says that’s a big mistake.

When elementary students compare the relative importance of a range of problems, they learn to take charge of their reactions.

A trauma-informed approach ensures that students feel safe, supported, and nurtured—to improve their chances of academic success. 

The science is clear: Drawing beats out reading and writing to help students remember concepts.

Research shows that students who feel safe and supported by adults at school are better able to learn.