I am a University of Richmond education professor, a career educator, and most importantly a relentless supporter of educators and those being educated. I want to share and help make sense of K-12 decisions and practices. I teach graduate and undergraduate education courses and
Thoughts And Prayers... Violence In K-12 Schools Has Long-Lasting Impact
May is a time of celebration for children but many schools and families mark devastating milestones due to school shootings and violence. What is the role of educators?
What Exactly Is Social And Emotional Learning And What Does It Look Like In K-12 Schools?
Meeting children’s social and emotional needs is crucial to academic success and workforce preparation. Many states promote SEL policies for student health and safety.
In College Acceptance Season, FAFSA Delays Mean Families Can’t Make Decisions
High school seniors face decisions that impact the next four years and beyond. FAFSA delays mean families do not have financial aid information to make college decisions.
Arts-Integrated Learning Ignites K-12 Student Motivation And Engagement
Arts-integrated instruction, pairing community creatives and schools, can meet K-12 curriculum standards, motivate students, and encourage relevant, vibrant classrooms.
Transforming Communities Into K-12 Classrooms
School-community relationships can support creative instruction, encourage students to stay in school, expose students to community assets, and promote career awareness.
Creativity Boosts Learning And Prepares Children For Life Beyond School
Creativity can spur student learning and motivation and prepare children for life beyond school. Crayola Creativity Week offers rich resources for educators and parents.
Are Community Schools The Key To Dropout Prevention And Workforce Skills?
Wraparound services remove barriers so K-12 students can focus on learning. Communities In Schools of Richmond explores workforce development for life after high school.
Community Schools Model Provides Wraparound Support For K-12 Students
The Community Schools model challenges a traditional vision of K-12 schools by offering wraparound services to meet the holistic needs of children, families, and communities.
Limited Access, Affordability Lead National Push For ‘Out Of School Time’ Programs
Thriving Out of School Time programs serve the unique needs of a region. They are in high demand for families but access, availability, and affordability are challenges.
“Out Of School Time” Programs Offer K-12 Families Limitless Possibilities
Out of School Time programs demonstrate how community organizations, together, can meet children’s academic, social, and wellness needs outside the school day.