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From the Archives: An Interview with Jonathan Kozol | Hooray For Monday

Jonathan Kozol speaks with Aleta about his new book, the stark segregation in public education, and how educators can combat inequality in our schools.

Community & Connection: A Pi Day Celebration

Join Inspired Teaching for a Pi Day pizza party at Pizzeria Paradiso in Georgetown. Find pi, eat pizza, and build community!

Inspired Teaching Institute: Strategy Swap

Come ready to be inspired by fellow practitioners. Leave with several new ways to bring an improvisational mindset to your work.

If You Love it, Say Why | Hooray For Monday

In the spirit of the upcoming holiday, the reason meaningful feedback is good for learners is also the reason it’s good for your Valentine.

Everything Old is New Again | Hooray For Monday

Groundhog Day serves as inspiration for reflecting on the skills we know-are necessary for teachers and students to thrive.

To Try New Things, We Must Embrace Mistakes | Hooray For Monday

If at first we don’t succeed, try and try again! Jenna offers insight into how to bring this lesson into your classroom.

Mistakes Help Me Learn!

Human beings learn by doing and trying new things. When you try something for the first time, or even the 20th time, you might make a mistake. That’s okay.

From the Archives: Reset the Room | Hooray For Monday

This week’s Hooray For Monday features Jenna’s insights on new habits for the new year and Inspired Teaching resources for helping you keep your resolutions.

Inspired Teaching Institute: You’re Not Alone: Tapping into the Communal Power of our Profession

Winter days are dark. The world around us is in turmoil. And, the stresses of our jobs can feel insurmountable this time of year. But very little that overwhelms us cannot be helped by sharing and learning in community with other passionate educators. Join Inspired...