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Making Math Relevant
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Once students learn that math has a place in their everyday life, they'll find it around every corner... Read more

Real-World Reading
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

For a head start on getting great reading and writing materials this summer – just look in your mailbox... Read more

Start Fresh
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Making a clean sweep of what didn't work this year will help you to be that much more ahead of... Read more

Reading for Pleasure
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Use the books on your own reading list to enrich the subjects you are teaching to your students... Read more

The Lesser-Known Heroes
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

It's National Women's History Month - a perfect time to introduce your students to important female figures in history... Read more

The Power of Language
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Paying close attention to your language will help enhance your professionalism and leadership skills... Read more

The New Active Citizens
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Your classroom holds the next generation of activists who need to be encouraged and nurtured... Read more

A Case for the Language Arts
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

An integrative approach to language arts will give your students the foundation they need... Read more

Making Math Meaningful
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Here are some low-tech ideas to help your students connect math to their everyday lives... Read more

Rhymes and Reasons
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Nursery rhymes may be the key to unlocking the world of the English language...for all of your students... Read more

Constructing a Community
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

A classroom community provides a safe place for students and is a huge asset to your classroom management... Read more

Operation Organization
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

A commitment to organization is one of the best gifts you can give yourself this year.... Read more

One Simple Habit
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

The first step in getting (and staying) organized may be to create a Personal Teaching Record... Read more

Adding to the Arts
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Including the arts in your teaching repertoire could lead to increased student achievement... Read more

Ending on a Positive Note
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Here are some simple tips for fostering good relationships with your colleagues and starting next year on the right foot... Read more

Pass the Poetry
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Sharing poetry with your students will lead to a lifetime benefit of appreciating the written word... Read more

The Arts in Your Classroom
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Using the arts promotes academic achievement and inspires creativity within your students... Read more

Impacting Achievement
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

You are key to your students' level of achievement – here are some factors that make a difference... Read more

Everyday Math
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Once kids understand math's practical purposes, they may learn to enjoy mastering their math skills... Read more

Setting Up Shop
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Creating a "shop" in your classroom can both enhance learning and teach basic skills for younger students... Read more

The Basics of Government
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Do your students know or understand the branches of government and the specific purposes they serve?... Read more

How to Build a Citizen
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Civics is at the heart of social studies – but how much do your students know about democracy and their... Read more

The Power of Peers
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Take matters into your own hands and implement meaningful professional development in your school... Read more

Partnering with Parents
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Optimizing parental involvement can lead to a strong support system for student learning... Read more

The World in Your Classroom
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Spark students' interest and learning by practicing geography as a habit – starting with these five "worldly" activities... Read more

Teachers First
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

You find great reading material for your students - here are some suggestions for your own reading pleasure... Read more

Start with the Arts
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

A dash of the arts can take the routine out of your students' daily classroom interactions... Read more

Log on and Learn
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Still wary of the web? These resources are sure to increase your online comfort level and enhance your professional learning... Read more

The Learning Equation
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

Personalizing the math you teach can make a difference in your students' success with an intimidating subject... Read more

What Matters in the Middle
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

During this turbulent time in their lives, a little understanding goes a long way when it comes to teaching middle... Read more

Changing Teaching Practices
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

It's a challenge to accommodate any change in the classroom, but a lack of change could be affecting your students'... Read more

The First "R"
By Mary Ellen Bafumo

With this being an election year, now is the time to develop civic awareness in your students... Read more