Jeff Horton’s Blog
What Should Be Included in Your School Vision?
A school vision is a guiding principle for educational institutions, outlining their core values, aspirations, and long-term goals. It provides a clear direction and inspires stakeholders, including students, teachers, parents, and the community. A comprehensive and...
How to Teach Politics in a School Setting
In today's world, politics is an essential part of our lives. It is important to understand the workings of politics, the different political systems, and how it affects our day-to-day lives. As teachers, we are responsible for equipping our students with skills to...
How Grades Both Help and Hurt Students
Grades have been a cornerstone of education for centuries. They serve as a measure of academic performance and provide students with a sense of accomplishment and recognition for their hard work. However, grades can also have negative effects on students, causing...
Ways to Better Support Special Education Teachers
Special education teachers play a valuable role in America's education system, working tirelessly to support students with disabilities and ensure they receive the necessary accommodations to succeed in the classroom. However, special education teachers often face...
Tips for Managing Conflict in Your School
Incivility is any behavior that can interfere with the cooperative and harmonious environment in which students are learning. It can happen at any time, and it is always necessary to manage it. The following are a few strategies that teachers can use to create a safe...
Why School Counselors Are Needed
It's always challenging to tell someone they must go to the principal's office. But, sometimes, the demands of school can compel an individual to act out. As a school counselor, you can help students navigate the sometimes challenging school year by providing them...
How to Catch Up When You’re Behind on Grading
Instead of grading everything, ask students to do one assignment that repeats like journal entries. They should keep all of these in a folder inside the class. Then, they can choose one that represents their ability to turn in for their grade. It's also important to...
How Education Has Changed Post-COVID
The pandemic prompted creative brainstorming sessions, accelerated change, and created a wave of innovation throughout the education system. In 2020, many people in America suddenly realized how deeply their lives depended on the country's schools. The pandemic's...
The Importance of Strong Parent-Teacher Relationships
Positive relationships between educators and parents can help children receive the best possible education. Plenty of evidence supports the favorable impacts of joint parent/teacher interaction on children's academic success. When parents are involved, they can help...
How to Help Your Children Prepare for Their Finals
Being a child is tough, but dealing with final exams on top of growing up makes childhood even tougher. It’s a necessary part of growing up and getting your education, though, so as parents, it’s important to step in and help your child prepare if possible. While you...