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Catholic education speaks as much by the witness of its employees as by classroom instruction. This is why we devoted an entire issue of Our Catholic Mission magazine to teacher witness. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eYDNrbR7

Can schools teach students to be better citizens? On Quality Matters, Dr. Patrick Wolf makes a powerful case for why schools must go beyond academics to nurture civic values and respectful debate. "We need to engage on controversial issues with civility and respect for differing views. Many schools avoid this, but it’s essential for democracy." – Dr. Patrick Wolf From educational pluralism to fostering active citizenship, this episode challenges us to rethink how schools prepare students for life beyond the classroom. https://lnkd.in/gTTXxvdw in now!

✨Alignment of Montessori and Indigenous Pedagogies With a focus on learning through modelling and observation, unobtrusive guidance by educators, a non-competitive culture, and a holistic approach that values hands-on and sensory learning, the Montessori approach is well-positioned to embrace Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families. Clear links are evident between the culture and practice of Montessori schools and the Eight Ways of Knowing, a framework for learning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by Tyson Yunkaporta Read the full blog post here > https://bit.ly/41AwpDH 📷Image from https://www.8ways.online/ #aboriginalpedagogy #8waysofknowing #montessoripedagogy

*Unleash Your Child's Voice: Celebrating National Speech and Awareness!* One of the ways we can exercise the power of effective public speaking is by inculcating confidence and fluidity in our children/preschoolers. In our present day society, it is important than we as parents or teachers join forces in helping our children overcome their fears and excel in public speaking. #earlyyears #earlylearning #earlychildhoodeducation #earlychildhooddevelopment #profgeedee

This is how ir should be done! It strengthens the ability to nurture respect and adaptation daily.

Happy Catholic Schools Week! As One Trojan Family, we at St. Thomas Aquinas High School join Catholic schools nationwide in celebrating the remarkable value of a Catholic education for students of all backgrounds, interests, and abilities. Discover the top 10 reasons why STA parents choose a Catholic high schools for their children: 1. We combine Catholic faith and teachings with academic excellence. 2. We collaborate with parents in the faith and educational formation of their children. 3. We incorporate technology in ways that enhance learning and prepare students for college and beyond. 4. We instill in students the value of service to others. 5. We teach and model respect for self and others. 6. We prepare students to be leaders. 7. We have a 100% graduation rate and a 100% college acceptance rate. 8. We cultivate a faculty that is dedicated, caring, and effective. 9. We provide a safe and welcoming environment for all. 10. We aim to form the whole person in all areas of school from academics to athletics to performing arts. Read more about the reasons to choose a St. Thomas Aquinas High School Catholic education for your children at https://lnkd.in/exPYVhyZ #CatholicSchoolsWeek #AquinasExcellence

"Shining a spotlight on Faith Hvisdas, our inspiring JerseyCAN Teacher Fellow! 🌟 Let's join Faith in advocating for evidence-based reading practices and equitable access to literacy resources. 📖✨ #LiteracyAdvocate #EducationEquity #JerseyCANFellowship"

Everyone talks about peace but no one educates for peace. In this world, they educate for competition, and competition is the beginning of any war. When educating to cooperate and owe each other solidarity, that day we will be educating for peace. ~Maria Montessori Book: Peaceful Children, Peaceful World

A clear citizenship definition for kids revolves around the idea of being an active and responsible member of a community. Teaching children about citizenship can be fun and inspiring! Students learn what it means to be a good citizen through activities that allow them to experience making a difference in their family, classroom, or community. Read our article for fun activities that teach citizenship by visiting: https://lnkd.in/efz4K_aS #CharityforChange #charactereducation #afterschoolprogram #summerprogram #ElementaryEducation #beagoodcitizen

Metacognative strategies can't start too early. Even though this is with early years, the strategies used would/should be welcomed and used at all levels to allow students to become more reflective learners. #metacognition #learning #schools #teaching