School’s finally out! Summer is upon us; for many people, that means dusting off those suitcases and getting ready for vacation. Whether you are...
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What do schools mean when they say students should be held accountable? Unfortunately, if we’re not careful, “accountability” can sometimes...
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This post is part of a series that highlights ways to teach financial literacy with executive function strategies. It’s never too early to teach...
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According to a study by FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) Investor Education Foundation(link opens in new tab/window) ↗, four in...
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Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been asked to adapt, adjust, think flexibly, shift perspectives — in short, practice cognitive...
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What does it take to be a successful president? Many historians have studied the presidents of the United States to determine what qualities and...
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A parent of a high school student with learning differences calls upon educators to think flexibly in order to reach all students. Whether we’re...
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The term “mindfulness” has been tossed around quite frequently in recent years. What actually is “mindfulness,” and why has it become such a...
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All educators play a crucial role in counteracting systemic racism and developing equitable approaches that support the success of every student...
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Here at SMARTS we always love to hear stories of students who have learned to take a strategic approach to their schoolwork. Teaching executive...
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When it comes to students’ learning and growth, we know that persistence matters. When we think about persistence, we typically think about...
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How can we help our students develop into flexible thinkers? Thinking routines from Project Zero can help make students’ learning processes...
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