Can you guess who the famous slacker is that could possibly go from loser to valedictorian? Find out what tools and techniques are thriving in today’s schools that would allow someone like this person to not only pass, but excel in school. In this week’s episode, Jeff talks about technology. In particular, he discusses how […]
Could This Be The End of Snow Days?
Something happened yesterday that could alter human history. I was dumbfounded and incredulous as I scrambled to respond to what was unfolding. This event is something that has never happened before, yet something that could lead to a complete and utter dismantling of how things are done. It could spell the end of an age […]
6 Ways Jeff Spicoli Would be Honor Roll Today
Kids Today Have Resources Available Like Never Before I’m sure most parents remember Jeff Spicoli from Fast Times at Ridgemont High. We basically grew up with him as part of our pop culture. He was, how should I say, a special individual. He would often show up for class late, ill-prepared, and generally unaware of […]
14 Reasons Why I’ll Miss Elementary School
The first quarter of the new school year just recently wrapped up and I once again find myself thinking about the past. The outset of each school year typically invokes some level of retrospect and contemplation of transition, yet there are points along the journey which result in deeper analysis. At this point in my […]
2 Things Your Kid Should Learn in School
We all know schools go crazy over setting curriculum. But, what exactly are they trying to accomplish? More often than not, they are strictly looking to teach what’s needed in order to meet appropriate benchmarks, standardized tests, or standards of learning. Often teachers will focus strictly on the material needed for the class to “pass” […]
One Surprising Study Method Your Kids Should Explore
The other day I walked in the house from a long day at the office and saw my youngest daughter on the couch with books laying around her. I said “hi”, she said “hi.” I put my bag down then heard her start saying something else. Except this time, it was much longer and I […]
Binders Keepers – 6 Ways to Keep Kids Organized for School
As kids start to get back to school and assignments start to mount, it’s important to establish strategies that allow them to stay ahead of the curve. This post was a result of trying to help my kids last year during final exams. During that time, it became abundantly clear I needed to reinforce a […]