Whether we like it or not, fidget spinners at school are popping up in our classrooms. Make sure to think about whether you want to allow spinners in your learning space, and what kinds of rules you can put in place to ensure that they are serving the right purpose, rather than becoming a distraction.  

If you are serious about STEM education, then you should be adding a makerspace to your school. The maker lab is a cool, modern learning space where students can create, collaborate and innovate using all sorts of materials and equipment.  

Maker spaces encourage students to innovate, create and collaborate. Learn how to properly equip your school maker lab.  

When was the last time you got a song stuck in your head? Perhaps it was the last song you heard on the radio, or maybe it was a tune your child was singing for you. Maybe it was that annoying little ditty from your last Disney World vacation. 

The benefits of physical education in schools are far-reaching, including both increased student physical health and better academic performance. Conversely, a lack of physical activity is known to increase the risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and more. 

The school uniforms debate is not new; administrators have been debating about school uniform pros and cons for years. However the issue is not clear-cut, there is no “one size fits all” approach. 

Classroom size has been a hot topic for some time in the education system. For the past several years, schools have made an attempt at reducing the number of students in each of our classrooms. So what is behind these changes in class size? 

There are many challenges in today’s world: vanishing rain forests, debilitating diseases, hunger and poverty… there seems to be no end to the calls for help.