Author: Matthew Lynch
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Why Teaching Jobs Should be Preserved during School Reform
By Matthew Lynch School reform is never easy. When sweeping changes are decided upon and implemented, everyone must fully participate in order for students to benefit ... -
How can schools fight obesity AND unhealthy body image?
By Matthew Lynch The rate of obesity among children is skyrocketing. By the age of four, one in five children are obese. Obese children are at ... -
Behavior matters: Fostering a successful mindset
**The Edvocate is pleased to publish guest posts as way to fuel important conversations surrounding P-20 education in America. The opinions contained within guest posts are ... -
Education thrust to the forefront of Indiana governor race
Education will be front and center in next year’s race for governor in Indiana. State superintendent Glenda Ritz will run for governor next year in an ... -
‘My Brother’s Keeper’ Receives NY Funding
President Obama’s national mentoring program titled ‘My Brother’s Keeper‘ is coming to New York. First launched in 2014, Obama launched the My Brother’s Keeper Task Force ... -
How Interactive Play Can Improve Academic Performance
As the pressure to perform academically rises with each passing school year, students are seeing less time in their days for movement and physical activity. Teacher ... -
Understanding Federal Funding Part I: 3 Types of School Funding
Not only do school systems receive state funding but also federal funding through various programs and initiatives. Therefore it is important to understand three types of ... -
New Teachers: Make the First Week Easier With Take-Home Packets
Take-home packets are a must for students at the start of each school year. This packet helps you communicate the objectives of the class for the ... -
Bilingual Education Programs Are a Trending Topic
Bilingual education is a trend gaining momentum in the U.S. Dual language immersion programs began in Florida in the 1960s and have continued to increase in ... -
Education crisis extends across the United States
The U.S. Education Department reports that the high school graduation rate is at an all time high at 80 percent. Four out of five students are ...
