Schools serving a student population that spans pre-K through Grade 12 can offer a unique benefit — the chance for younger and older students to...
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This blog post was written by Taneal Sanders, Grade 5 teacher at GEMS World Academy Chicago.
Here I am, a 41-year-old woman, whose least favorite...
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Why study art in school?
The question has asked been repeatedly over the years, often igniting passionate debate. One reason the question comes up is...
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Parents and educators can find it challenging to get children of all ages motivated and excited about reading, especially in the digital age. A...
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One of the ideas embedded in the academic approach at GEMS World Academy Chicago is that learning happens everywhere — not just within the classroom...
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Recess is often viewed as the time when students take a break from the learning they do in school. But reseach shows that in fact, recess is itself a...
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Baseball season is the best time of the year for many fans, but it's also a great time for STEAM educators, regardless of their interest in the game.
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