How School Counselors Can Better Support METCO Students
Written by Adelyn Tzovaras What is METCO? Many individuals may find themselves pondering the question: What exactly is METCO? For those residing outside the Boston area, the METCO program might be entirely unfamiliar. Even for those within the Boston vicinity, like myself, a comprehensive understanding of METCO often comes through direct involvement, as was the […]
Create a Healthy Environment for Children to Grow Up
Written by Sixiu Ye Creating a healthy environment for children is essential for their self-confidence, mental and physical health, and overall well-being. Here are some ways you can create a healthier environment for kids. Be kind to children and treat them with respect. Listen to children when they talk and take their feelings seriously. Teach […]
Web Design Strategies and Why It’s Important
Written by Patricia Gotera To guarantee that all users, including those with disabilities, can efficiently access critical information, educators and school administrators must have a solid awareness of best practices in website design. When it comes to website design, understanding best practices is critical to ensure your audience can effectively utilize your information. Often, great […]
Student Equity Gaps
Written by Michael Gracia Student equity gaps in academics are areas where students in a similar/the same group (ex.: women) are achieving at a lower rate than the average. These gaps are often determined by being outside of the margin of error, and often these gaps include individuals of disadvantaged backgrounds. To help students from […]
Why Accessibility Matters
Written by Patricia Gotera When discussing diversity and inclusivity, we often overlook accessibility, which is critical for creating environments where everyone can thrive. Accessibility involves designing spaces and resources that are usable by as many people as possible. For educators and school leaders, prioritizing digital accessibility ensures that all students and staff have equal access […]
Student Stress: Preparing for College & Managing Stress
Written by Nichole Cleland-Bittner There are many stepping stones along the parent’s path, and while many of these milestones started at birth, I have noticed the ones towards the end of the parenting journey are some of the hardest and most stressful. I have been working in education and after-school programs for years and have […]