Mico-Credentials: Short and Focused Content, With A BIG Impact
Mico-Credentials: Short and Focused Content, With A BIG Impact Micro-credentials in K-12 education are gaining popularity in the education space right now. To understand the basics of this concept, think of the design of a video game. Or, turn on a gaming platform. Most major games include an accompanying set of badges or achievements. Players […]
Celebrate Teachers!
Celebrate Teachers! Teacher Appreciation Week is just around the corner. This is a treasured time, not because of the gifts received but because it’s nice to be appreciated. Truth be told, teachers are and should be appreciated all year long. Think of all the many things you do in one day, or think of a […]
ESSER Funding Ends in 2024…What Next?
ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) funds that were part of The American Rescue Plan Act passed on March 11, 2021, provided $122.7 billion in supplemental ESSER funding, known as the ESSER III. The funds allocated to local districts are meant to be flexible. Federal guidance outlines 20 different uses for ESSER III funds, and we […]
Early Childhood Education and K-12 Education Collaborations
The WHY of Early Childhood Education and K-12 Education Collaborations A child’s brain develops very quickly in the first five years of life. Having quality early learning is vital for their future success. Studies show the importance that educational programs have on a child’s social and academic growth. Many supporters understand this, but there are […]
Spring Cleaning in 2023
Spring Cleaning in 2023 It’s Time For…Spring Cleaning! I find myself looking at stacks of clutter that have built over the LONG winter months and ask myself if I have a problem because I’ve seen too many episodes of the Hoarders series. Something needs to be done because it’s not only in my classroom but […]
ASU+GSV 2023 Summit
Agile Education Marketing is attending this year’s ASU+GSV Summit Agile Education Marketing is attending this year’s ASU+GSV Summit taking place at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego from April 17-19. Agile Education Marketing has led the market with unparalleled customer service and technical innovation, allowing automated updating of all leading sales and marketing platforms. […]
The Status of the Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Student loan forgiveness could reduce debt for many Americans at a critical time. Learn more about student loan forgiveness in 2023.
The Importance of School Safety
The Importance of School Safety American public schools have been under increasing pressure to prioritize safety. For institutions across the nation, from K-12 schools and early learning to higher education, security in the school climate is becoming more valuable than ever. A supportive and safe environment is essential when it comes to creating a place […]
Supporting Student Well-Being
Supporting Student Well-Being The topic of student well-being has gained significant attention among educators since the COVID-19 pandemic. If we’re honest, anxiety cases and social isolation incidents are currently elevated among students and teachers. How is your school approaching student well-being? In my district, I co-sponsor a student organization that provides insight to our superintendent […]
Ruff Day at School?
For our elementary students, therapy dogs were just what the doctor ordered. Our students meet with “Fox,” our therapy dog, on a rotating schedule. Initially, the idea started with the K-2 librarian. He became a reading buddy at first, but then the idea grew. Having a therapy dog is not the same as having a […]
Tax Tips for Teachers
It’s officially tax season…cue the groans! Taxes are a task that few people look forward to. However, as a teacher, several deductions can be utilized to maximize your tax breaks. Check these out! The Educator Expense Tax Deduction If you were employed as a teacher, instructor, counselor, principal, or teacher aide for students in kindergarten […]
Testing Pressure
It’s that time of year when educators spend hours preparing for the “test”. Dating back to the From the 1800s to today, with the Every Child Succeeds Act, there is a long history of standardized testing used in our school systems. These tests are developed to provide a snapshot into the learning and teaching that […]
Spring Break Ambitions
I was in a meeting last week that opened with this icebreaker prompt: What plans do you have for spring break? As I quickly arranged my wish list and turned to my “shoulder partner” to share, I thought, “when is spring break again?” The short answer, it is fast approaching…, and I better get started. […]
Gratitude for Education Partners
A significant part of my work involves supporting high school teachers and helping them do their things well. Typically, this support consists of using instructional practices, assessing students, classroom management strategies, and implementing digital and traditional content resources. Ultimately, my support is designed to impact the learning experiences of students in a positive way. To […]
Dear Stakeholders, Thank you.
Dear Stakeholders, Thank you. Being thankful is a life skill that everyone should practice every day. We all have something to be grateful for. The Thanksgiving holiday is just around the corner, and a heightened sense of gratitude comes with this holiday. With everything there is to be thankful for, there’s no doubt that teachers […]
How to Pitch to Schools in 2022
Nothing will be the same for schools after the widespread changes that the COVID-19 pandemic has introduced to classrooms. However, it’s time to move forward, albeit in a different direction, with new information in hand. This goes from the methods that curriculum is taught and extends all the way to the vendors that school districts […]
What it Costs to Run a School: Education Expenses
From providing a fair salary to educators and administrators to purchasing tools and supplies that students need to learn, running a school is costly; honestly, it is a small price for a well-educated American population. However, state and federal governments are constantly looking at their bottom line and evaluating how their public educational infrastructure uses […]
Free Guide: Email Marketing Best Practices
Everything you need to know to be an email marketing pro! Email has been a staple of the education marketer’s toolbox for a long time now. While it may not be the newest and shiniest marketing tactic, it’s one that can consistently deliver good quality leads and high ROI.