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The Best Gifts Come in Small Sizes

In her 22 years of teaching, Jane Ching Fung has received countless gifts from students. But coffee mugs and scented lotions don’t compare to the pride she feels in witnessing her students’ achievements. Read the article and add your comments.

Teaching Secrets: Taming the Dragon of Classroom of Chaos

How does the organizationally-challenged teacher ward off overwhelming classroom clutter? Veteran teacher Cossondra George shares 10 "stolen" secrets that help her and her students stay focused on learning. Read the article and share your comments.

My Brilliant Second Career

Heather Wolpert-Gawron’s career path to the teaching profession was winding, but along the way she gained experiences that proved beneficial in the classroom. Read the article and add your comments.

Thankful for Teacher Visionaries

After the sudden death of an inspirational former boss, Laura Reasoner Jones reflects on what it means to be a visionary. Read the article and add your comments.

Lessons Learned on the Couch

Content knowledge and passion aren't enough to keep students awake, says Bill Ferriter. Teachers must also know their audience. Read the article and add your comments.

Why Are We Leaving So Many Children Behind?

Renee Moore compares the success of two black high schools that thrived in the midst of 20th century turmoil with the failings of so many schools today. Read the article and add your comments.

School for Sale

Nancy Flanagan wonders how much a school is worth after the school board OK'd using a local high school for a Hollywood flick. Read the article and add your comments.

Democracy or the Curriculum? Vote here!

Laura Reasoner Jones defends the educational value of school mock elections, and wonders why many educators are suddenly so resistant to them. Read the article and add your comments.

The Three 'Buts' of Teacher Preparation

Thirty-year teaching veteran Cindi Rigsbee recalls her tumultuous first year, and explains the areas in which new teachers today feel most unprepared. Read the article and add your comments.

Top Teacher Movies of All Time

Members of the Teacher Leaders Network take a break to discuss their favorite films about teachers and what they mean to them. What's yours? Read the article and add your comments.

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