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Block Schedules

I teach at a high school that has a block schedule. When I tell people this, they often ask me exactly what that means. A block schedule is when the classes are taught in a longer block of time rather than a typical period. In most high schools, there are 6 or 7 periods a day ranging anywhere from 40 minutes to an hour each period. At my school, we have three periods a day each lasting two hours. We have A days and B days that rotate. For example, on A days students attend periods 1, 3, and 5. … Continue reading →

Reasons I am glad I homeschool: Class Size

A new Georgia law mandates that no more than 21 students be permitted in grades 1-3, and no more than 28 students in grades 4-8. Most Georgia Schools, however, see things differently. You see, 26 school districts have requested a state waiver on the law. Some cite cost, and others cite space. Frankly, it just costs Georgia too much to lower class sizes. The NEA (National Education Association), however, recommends 15 students per class (or less for students with special needs). Studies have shown that smaller classes produce more graduates as teachers can be more effective. My school system is … Continue reading →

What Can Teachers and Administrators Do To Prevent Student Dropouts?

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Continuing on with my topic from yesterday about the high dropout rate we are experiencing in this country today, let’s talk about what teachers and administrators can do to help deter students from dropping out. After all, besides parents, teachers have a great influence on the children they teach. Act Early: Teachers and administrators need to make sure that a strong preschool program is in effect for their district. Teachers should also make sure that elementary programs in their district are strong ones and make sure that in the middle schools within their districts the issue of dropping out is … Continue reading →