Teaching

Constitution Day -- A Brief History September 17, 2018 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year and social studies teacher Kymberli Wregglesworth shares the story of the U.S. Constitution for Constitution Day, Sept. 17. ... Topic: Teaching

Are Your Big Rocks Ready? August 21, 2018 This time of year, MTOY Laura Chang likes to take some time to reflect on her “big rocks” for the year. This is a metaphor for staying focused on the most important reasons for teaching. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

Top 5 Strategies for Motivating Students June 19, 2018 A great teacher recognizes that student motivation is necessary for success in learning and that teachers are in the perfect position to improve student motivation. Here are some strategies. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

Teacher Turns 'Hamilton' into History Lesson June 8, 2018 A trip to see “Hamilton: An American Musical” in Chicago gives students in MTOY finalist Kymberli Wregglesworth's class a new appreciation for history and theater. ... Topic: Community, Teaching

‘Beating the Odds’ with Student-Focused Instruction May 15, 2018 Utilizing teaching strategies that encourage students to collaborate and construct their own knowledge opens their minds to a new definition of learning. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

Wisconsin Names Principals of the Year April 13, 2018 State Superintendent Tony Evers and Association of Wisconsin School Administrators Executive Director Jim Lynch recognized three Wisconsin principals for their excellence in school leadership. ... Topic: Community, Teaching

10 Women Who Changed the Face of Education March 26, 2018 Women have made huge strides in education, and helped influence changes and bring awareness to unique issues in the system. Here are 10 who deserve recognition for their contributions. ... Topic: Community, Teaching

12 Teachers Share Their Most Important Books March 23, 2018 In honor of National Reading Month in March, a dozen teachers tell us: “What books impacted you the most – as a child and as an educator?” ... Topic: Foundation, Teaching

From ‘Professional Development’ to ‘Authentic Teacher Learning’ March 16, 2018 So what differentiates the “professional development” from the “authentic teacher learning”? Here are three ideas. ... Topic: MTOY, Teaching

Meemic Educator Celebrates Music in Our Schools Month March 15, 2018 March is Music in Our Schools Month. What a great time to celebrate our student musicians! ... Topic: Community, Teaching