Gardening. When you hear that word, do you immediately think of a flower, an herb, or a vegetable garden? Or maybe you’re familiar with a sensory or hydroponic garden? There’s a relatively long list of types of gardens, which can be a great lesson, but this week is National Gardening Week and June is Fresh Fruits and Veggies Month, so let’s focus on the traditional vegetable garden.
Topics: BEYOND THE CLASSROOM, IDEAS & INSPIRATION, Collaborations, Science, STEM, Social and emotional learning, Activities, 21st Century Skills
A good education bears fruits in later life. But it can also bear fruits – not to mention vegetables and flowers – in the here and now.
Topics: Elementary School, FUNDING, IDEAS & INSPIRATION, Collaborations, Science, STEM, Trends, Social and emotional learning, Future Ready
“We have this other position that we haven’t filled yet. It’s a technology class that incorporates programming and robotics and basically all of those things you have talked about. Is this something you might have interest in?” asked the superintendent. “Absolutely!” replied Joe. From this point on, I guess you can say the rest is history.
Topics: IN THE CLASSROOM, ROBOTICS, Collaborations, Technology, STEM, Engineering, Coding, Activities, Future Ready
As one of Pitsco’s educational consultants, I work with a region of the US and assist with varied educational initiatives for schools. But one of the best parts of our work is when we get to be in schools or at events, meeting with students, educators, mentors, and volunteers.
At the end of February, I had the privilege of going to my first FIRST® Tech Challenge state championship after receiving a gracious invitation from the affiliate partner for the state of Illinois.
Topics: Competitions, ROBOTICS, Collaborations, Technology, STEM
With all the demands you face as a teacher, every second counts. Efficiency and effectiveness are necessary. Plus, it’s a digital world, so you must stay current. Let us help – here are some popular digital resources to check out. We are all about getting hands on, minds on, and making your classroom life and teacher life better!
Topics: IN THE CLASSROOM, Middle School, Elementary School, High School, IDEAS & INSPIRATION, Homeschool, Teacher Resources, Collaborations
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