Building a positive staff culture takes work. Plus: summer fun with the brain in mind

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Building a Positive Staff Culture Takes Work; Summer Fun With the Brain in Mind; Recognizing and Alleviating Math Anxiety |

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June 27, 2018
A cohesive team doesn't just happen.
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Building a Positive Staff Culture Takes Work

If schools want a strong collegial atmosphere, they need to foster it intentionally—both across the school and on smaller scales.



Play is important.
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Summer Fun With the Brain in Mind

Summer brain-based games for parents to play with their kids to activate the joys of learning, decision making, and questioning.



Math anxiety develops as early as kindergarten.
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Recognizing and Alleviating Math Anxiety

Math anxiety affects almost half of elementary school students. Spot the symptoms and use these strategies to counteract it.



An empathy-building activity
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60-Second Strategy: Snowball Toss

A quick, fun classroom activity fosters open dialogue while releasing pent-up energy.



Preparing students with disabilities for life after school
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Prioritizing Agency for Students With Disabilities

When students with disabilities develop self-advocacy and self-determination, they can engage more effectively in their education.





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