How Are Leadership and Learning Connected? (part 1)
Blog, Curriculum Mapping, Educator Insights, Leadership, School Leadership, School Mission, The Teacher's Lounge, Why Mapping? | November 16, 2022
We recently welcomed Cindy Hunter to our Teacher’s Lounge, the Curriculum Trak podcast, and her thoughts and insights about education are invaluable. Read part 1 of that podcast below. Michael Arnold: Cindy Hunter, Head of School for James Island Christian School,...
Sharon Eagen: A Life of Growing and Learning
Blog, Educator Insights, Effectiveness, Pedagogy, Reflection, Teaching Strategies | November 10, 2022
We recently interviewed Sharon Eagen, long time educator of students and teachers, whose thirst for learning has led her to pursue learning, training, and coaching opportunities across the country and around the world. While her story may or may not be too different...
Coming Soon! Making Maps That Meet the Needs of All Students
Announcements, Blog, Curriculum Mapping, Differentiation, Educator Insights, Teaching Strategies | November 4, 2022
As mission driven educators, we believe that ALL students can learn and that our God calls us to ensure student success through academic rigor and deeply rooted faith formation. Today’s emerging disciples come from all walks of life and bring with them a rich slate of...
Selecting Classroom Novels for Faith-Based Schools
Blog, Educator Insights, High School, Middle School, Teaching Strategies, Tips & Tricks | November 3, 2022
In the mid-1990s I did a novel study with my advanced sixth grade reading group, and I thought I was the coolest teacher ever. I remember writing all my own materials to go with the study – vocabulary words, worksheets for various literacy skills, and quizzes. Many...