In honor of Earth Day today, April 22nd, here are some highlights from our resources related to the environment, science, and “going green.” When you have a chance, be sure to check out the rest of the lesson plans and best practices provided by our wonderful exemplary schools. Continue reading
By Peggy Lobello, 4th Grade Teacher
Orrs Elementary, Griffin, GA
Students come to us in all shapes and sizes. They come in all abilities as well. It is an ongoing task charged to educators to find ways to challenge students at all levels of ability. Teachers at Orrs Elementary School work together to provide meaningful learning experiences at all level of mastery.
Lessons based on choice menus by interest or learning style is one way to challenge students. Another way to challenge students is to provide differentiated lessons to meet the needs of all learners. Teacher-led small groups in reading or math can provide challenging opportunities with teacher direction. Continue reading
CEP is in the beginning stages of re-designing our website on a grand scale. We received a grant from the John Templeton Foundation to aid us in making this essential upgrade. As we advance in this process, we hope to provide you with updates and details on our plans, as well as highlight some of our new resources and designs. Throughout this time, we would be happy to hear any feedback or suggestions you might have. We want this new website to be a well-designed and easy-to-use resource for all of our constituents. Continue reading
Nancy Younce submitted this story of one of Julian Elementary School’s service projects.
The students at Julian Elementary School, a have been focusing on showcasing their Service Learning Projects each year on Global Youth Service Day. This has made the projects more meaningful to them, with guidance and instruction for high quality service learning. Continue reading
CEP’s March focus is Principle 5: Providing Opportunities for Moral Action. The following service learning idea was submitted by Tina Sohn, Art Teacher & District Character Leader, Sullivan Primary School a 2010 Nationa School of Character, Sullivan, Missouri . We’d love to hear what your school is doing.
Sullivan Primary School (pre-K through first grade) weaves character into every facet of their day. At such an early age, students are given many opportunities to apply values in everyday discussions and play.
One project that started as a small building service project grew to a district-wide project that now includes every campus in the school district, community businesses, citizens, parents, children, and school staff. The “Bowls for Hunger “soup supper night brings all stakeholders together for an exciting night with donations of goods and services as well as building relationships. Continue reading
