By Stiles SimmonsGuest ColumnA school is a place where students go to grow as scholars, athletes, musicians, community members and individuals. They usually start by learning the sounds of letters and the names of colors while forging friendships, but by the time they leave, they are ready for whatever challenge life throws their way. A […]
By Stiles Simmons Guest Opinion Encouragement, by definition, is the action of giving someone support, confidence or hope. It’s an educator’s “superpower” to lead a classroom with a combination of empathy and motivation, helping turn students into self-assured individuals ready for whatever challenge comes next. The reason it’s a superpower is that it takes time, […]
Absenteeism has nearly doubled since the pandemic. With state and federal governments largely abdicating any role in getting kids back into classrooms, some schools have turned to private companies for a reimagined version of the truant officer.