#secondary education

[artistic-arteries]

Can anyone explain why we give kids computers for school before the age of 13

Like I understand the idea of it, but has it ever actually worked better than doing things old-school? Before middle school, at least, it would be wiser to just have them do their class/homework on paper*. That way, you build better handwriting, have fewer distractions, and save so much money.

*The big exception is for specific students who have need for them, so like ELLs who use translation tools, kids with disabilities that make writing by hand difficult/impossible, etc

I've taught middle and highschool and they still have their own problems with the Chromebooks, but at least it makes more sense for them to have need for them than kids whose most complex math problems are triple digit multiplication

[weirdozjunkary]

I need to scream, I hate my schools website so much I fucking can’t I agh!

[churchbathroom]

Im in a classroom management class and all of us teach middle or high school but all my professor’s examples of incentives have to do with what a baby may want. Like girl im not giving a 16 year old a “vibrating toy”

[victorian--widow]

just a reminder to check on your education major friends. we desperately need it

[samsilly12345]

Whenever I see the words secondary school I think of like.. a place for kids, a daycare like.. it's school but after school. It's second school. Secondary school. Or I think of a school but it starts at second grade and then goes to fifth grade.

[canticleofcanticlesforleibowitz]

PEN America’s November 2023 Report on Classroom Censorship:

“Of the 110 educational gag orders introduced this year, 39 bills would restrict how educators teach and discuss sexual orientation and gender identity — with about three out of every four of these modeled on Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” law.

Over a quarter (29) of the 111 educational gag order bills target higher education, and 17 additional censorship bills focus on restricting the autonomy and governance of colleges and universities including DEI bans, tenure restrictions, curricular control bills, and accreditation restrictions.

Although race-focused gag orders were still half of the bills proposed in 2023, few of them passed, and only one bill (Missouri’s SB 42) explicitly targeted the 1619 Project, compared to 15 bills in 2022. This finding is a reflection of the fact that race-focused gag orders have proven to be overwhelmingly unpopular in the past two years.

A 2022 survey from APM Research/Pennsylvania State University indicated that only 13 percent of the public believes that state lawmakers should have a “great deal of influence” over whether or how racism and slavery are discussed in the classroom.

Educational gag orders have created an atmosphere of profound fear and anxiety for both public school educators and higher ed faculty. One of the most notable studies on this issue, a 2022 RAND Corporation survey of 8,000 K-12 educators, found that 52 percent of teachers in states with educational gag orders say that these laws have affected what and how they teach.”

[allthecanadianpolitics]

Quebec's school service centres will have to ensure bathrooms and changing rooms newly built or renovated are gender specific rather than gender neutral, according to a new government directive published Wednesday in the province's Official Gazette.

"I believe that our boys and girls in schools have the right to have a private space," Education Minister Bernard Drainville said Wednesday.

The controversy dates back to last year when a petition was launched against a plan to make gendered bathrooms gender neutral at D'Iberville high school in Rouyn-Noranda, Que.

Drainville said at the time that the school should "correct the course," particularly to avoid discomfort and harassment of young girls.

Premier François Legault tasked Family Minister Suzanne Roy with setting up an advisory committee to study the matter. The committee's recommendations are expected next winter. [...]

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With Úrsula 💖💖💖💖

[poetryintheraw]

I submitted my lesson plan. Now it's simply a waiting game of "will I die before or after I receive the grade".

[chaosisorderao3]

I'm supposed to be finishing up a research project report rn but I have thoughts and I want to put them out there. So. I'm on one of my teaching placements atm (for those unfamiliar, as part of my bachelor of education degree every year I get sent out to a school for a period of time to observe classes and/or get practice teaching them). My mentor is a real mixed bag. I extremely appreciate the resources he has given me and the encouragement to develop my own teaching style, with him knowing just how diametrically different mine is to his.

One of numerous things I really can't get over is how hard-lined he is about this idea that "if a student isn't engaging in class, it's because they've made the choice not to engage and that's on them, I can't help them". Sir. Sir what the heck? I could rapid-fire list off so many reasons that a student wouldn't be engaging in class, whether it's a once off or a regular thing, none of which are the student's fault. There's just so much more going on, my guy. First and foremost, I think a really telling thing to keep in mind is the continuing studies on school refusal, and how many kids refuse school temporarily or permanently, or at least try to. I'm sure many many people are familiar with the idea of a kid pretending to be sick to get out of going to school, or have done it yourself. In fact if this post manages to take off somehow I'll try to also make a poll to see how many of you have done that.

If students are faking sick to get out of school, there's a problem with the school. In fact, with the rate it occurs, that in and of itself makes clear a problem with the entire schooling system. Kids don't want to go, and we force them to anyway.

So there's that.

There's also just- kids can have trauma. kids can be disabled. kids can have a rough day. kids can be tired. they could be excited about something outside of school. they could have distracting relationship issues or successes. They are allowed to not pay attention. Teachers don't own student attention. they earn it.

I'll say that again.

Teachers don't own the attention of our students. We earn it.

Every time a teacher tells a student it's their fault for not being able to learn, they have caused harm. It's a known thing. It's in the research, it's in teacher training programs, and people gloss over it. A teacher's expectations on a student and their belief in the student's capacity to succeed has a causal link to their ability to learn and succeed and grow. It's an important factor.

And to not know that, or to adamantly refuse that disengagement could be anything but the student's fault? Makes you a shitty teacher. And look. If you're an educator, or you're considering being one, and you hold that mindset? I'm not just gonna meaninglessly be like "oh you're wrong, change your views or get out". No, my advice? Listen to your students. Let them know that you're willing to hear them out and take them seriously. Give them the benefit of the doubt and learn from them, so you can come to your own conclusions. "But what if they take that as an opportunity to get away with lying?" Yeah okay, that's going to happen. Ask yourself this? Why do they feel the need to lie? Or perhaps why is that the pattern of behaviour they tend towards? What's made them see the opportunity of you listening to them and believing them and go "oh cool now I can make stuff up to get out of things". It's because they want to get out of things. Once you realise that, you can start asking why, and then you're getting somewhere.

Teachers: Listen to your students. Believe them. Believe in them. Give them the benefit of the doubt, and wonder if there's something more going on. There probably is.

[ramorazinn]

Oh, high school SHAPED me all right. (I bet people say the same about prison.) That doesn’t make it the most IMPORTANT period of my life.

high school is soo funny in hindsight. the entire time you're there thinking it's the most important period of your life and then the second you're out you're like well that was fucking stupid

[thoughtlessarse]

Students across the Netherlands are reporting bans on prayer during school hours, with some even facing punishments for attempting to pray at school. Over 180 secondary schools have been named by students who say they are not allowed to pray during breaks or between classes. Many of the reports received by NOS Stories highlight that Muslim students are most affected by the ban, as their prayers must be performed at specific times and involve a ritual. Christian students also reported facing difficulty, as they are not allowed to pray during school hours either. One student said, “They stop us when we pray,” while another shared, “I pray in secret, but if you get caught, you get punished.” Many students are left to find private spaces to pray, often doing so covertly or in areas outside of school grounds. The College voor de Rechten van de Mens (Dutch Human Rights Council) has stated that schools are typically not within their legal rights to prohibit prayer. The Landelijk Aktie Komitee Scholieren (National Student Committee, or LAKS) expressed concern, calling the practice of banning prayer discriminatory. “Not allowing students to pray is absolute discrimination,” said LAKS president Puk Donken. “In the society we live in, with people from various backgrounds, we don’t believe this has a place.”

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Dear Christian pupils, if you have been affected by this ban you should know you can pray silently, in your head. You don't have to kneel or put your hands together.

This is specifically aimed at Muslims who have to prayer in a certain way and perform religious rituals.

[upcomingyojana]

Secondary Education New Bharti 2025- माध्यमिक शिक्षा विभाग भर्ती 2025, Authoritative Notice Out

Secondary Education Recruitment 2025: माध्यमिक शिक्षा विभाग की तरफ से 152 पदों पर भर्ती का नोटिस जारी किया गया है जिस भर्ती में कार्यालय चपरासी के साथ-साथ अन्य पदों पर भर्ती होने वाली है सैलरी इसमें 20000 से ज्यादा ही मिलेंगे। जिस भर्ती में ऑनलाइन के माध्यम से आवेदन कर सकते हैं तो इस भर्ती में क्या योग्यता रखी गई है क्या आयु सीमा रहने वाली है कब से कब तक आवेदन करना होगा| तो इस भर्ती से जुड़ी सारी…

[richardtheteacher]

Building a Strong School Community: Lessons from Experience

Building a Strong School Community – Insights from Richard James Rogers Creating a thriving school community is essential for student success, teacher well-being, and a positive school culture. In my latest blog post, I share powerful strategies that every educator—whether a senior leader, middle manager, or classroom teacher—can use to build a strong sense of belonging within their school. As an award-winning author and educator with nearly two decades of experience, I have recently stepped into the role of Acting Head of Secondary at an international school in Thailand. This transition has been a profound learning experience, shedding light on the vital role that school community plays in shaping an effective learning environment. In this blog post, I explore: ✔ The power of well-designed assemblies – How to use them to foster student recognition, celebrate achievements, and build unity. ✔ The impact of collective praise – Why recognition should go beyond the classroom and be reinforced by multiple staff members. ✔ Engaging school events and theme days – Simple, effective ways to involve students, parents, and staff in meaningful activities. ✔ Leveraging your school’s unique identity – Using your school’s strengths to create a distinctive and cohesive community. ✔ Effective communication strategies – How newsletters, student-led announcements, and social media can strengthen school connections. ✔ External engagement – The benefits of guest speakers, field trips, and local partnerships in broadening student perspectives. I firmly believe that praise must be collective in order to be effective, a principle I wrote about in The Quick Guide to Classroom Management, my best-selling and award-winning book. When students feel recognized by multiple educators, their confidence soars, and the school culture becomes more positive and engaging. If you’re looking for practical, real-world strategies to build a school community that thrives, this blog post is for you. Let’s work together to create an educational environment where students and staff feel valued, motivated, and connected. I’d love to hear your thoughts! What strategies have worked for your school? Comment below or reach out to me at info@richardjamesrogers.com. Let’s continue the conversation! #SchoolCommunity #EducationalLeadership #TeacherTips #SchoolCulture #BuildingCommunity #StudentEngagement #ClassroomManagement

Creating a strong school community is one of the most vital yet often overlooked aspects of school leadership. Whether you are a senior leadership team (SLT) member, a school principal, a middle manager, or a frontline teacher balancing a full schedule, fostering a sense of belonging among students and staff is crucial for a thriving educational environment. I have recently stepped into the role…

[educationday]

Transforming teaching and learning with GoogleAI.

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