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May 27, 2019

Almost every school year has come to a close or is within the last week or so.  With that means that another successful year of junior high and high school sports are wrapping up as well.  School athletics are an integral part of the educational process, but sometimes we go too far with the emphasis you place on the...


May 20, 2019

On the evening of April 30, 2019, Jonathan Carroll sat down at his computer and contemplated what his Facebook post would say.  He wanted to let the world know that he was stepping away from teaching after 20 years.  But it was more than just a post for attention, Jonathan listed clearly why he believes it is time for...


May 13, 2019

It's that time of year again where academic honors and awards are handed out for hard work done well.  But sometimes our well-intended accolades come with unintended consequences.  Students who strive to be the best often become stressed, frustrated, and even burned out with school.  The question we should be asking: Is...


May 6, 2019

Many mission statements in school districts declare that students will be provided a well-rounded education. But once you walk past the boastful banner and into classrooms, you quickly realize some subjects play second fiddle to the core subjects.

Art is one of these subjects. Art has proven to increase...