School Engagement

Lola: I never thought I’d be this desperate. Breaking up with my fiancé, Ken, weeks before my high school reunion wasn’t part of the plan. Neither was realizing I still dread facing the people who made my teenage years a living nightmare. I was supposed to walk in with confidence, my perfect life on display, and a perfect fiancé on my arm. Instead, I’ve got Plan B… Grady. Gorgeous and charming, Grady’s the mysterious new guy in our little beach town and has become my unexpected friend. And now? My fake fiancé. It’s just pretend—until it starts to feel real. His smile makes ...

Does your classroom run the way you want? Most people enter the teaching profession wanting to make a difference in young people’s lives. However, more and more teachers feel lost, frustrated, and overwhelmed with everything they’re required to do. It’s hard to be successful without a clear plan on getting control of your classroom, empowering your students, and making the learning experience more enjoyable for you and your students. These 18 chapters are crucial for any educator who wants to take their teaching to the next level. Teacher, Principal, Director, Dean, and YouTube/TikTok...

Unlock the Secrets to Building a Perfect Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) in Your School! As a dedicated Special Education Teacher or School Leader, you understand the challenges of meeting the diverse needs of all learners. The pressure to ensure that no child is left behind can be overwhelming, especially when resources are limited and expectations are high. Discover how to transform your school's approach to inclusivity and support with "Masters of MTSS" by Natalie Brown. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the MTSS framework and its essential components, ensuring a structured ...

Drawing on experience in general and special education, Victor Moody - Dean of Students, presents the PBIS Playbook, revealing the #1 school-wide positive behavior intervention system (PBIS) designed to improve student behavior, academic achievement, and school culture. This practical resource offers a proven, step-by-step system for successfully managing the most challenging students, classrooms, and schools in today’s toughest educational settings. PBIS Playbook contains premium information that can be used by educators in any school. However, this book is particularly sought after by ...

"Start on the Sidewalk" is not a book of theory, rather a book of practice, which highlights practical tips that engage staff, students, and families within a school. Every moment a person interacts with a campus can provide an opportunity to get them more involved and excited in some way. The book shares explicit examples of how to move from compliant to authentic engagement, complete with scenarios and strategies that are easy to implement within a building or classroom. Begin somewhere, anywhere, and take a step forward in your quest to create a more exciting campus. Why not take the ...

In "Beyond the Matt - Becoming an AI Black Belt: A Comprehensive Guide to Using AI for a Successful Martial Arts Business," dive into the groundbreaking realm where artificial intelligence meets martial arts entrepreneurship. This essential guidebook deciphers the complex world of AI, providing martial arts school owners and instructors with an actionable roadmap to revolutionize their business practices and elevate their schools to new heights. Discover how to harness AI assistants to not only streamline operations but also create impactful digital marketing campaigns, engaging visual ...

The Distance Learning Playbook for School Leaders applies the wisdom and evidence of the VISIBLE LEARNING® research to understand what works best. Spanning topics from school climate at a distance, leader credibility, care for self and colleagues, instructional leadership teams, stakeholder advisory groups, and virtual visibility, this comprehensive playbook details the research- and evidence-based strategies school leaders can mobilize to lead the delivery of high-impact learning in an online, virtual, and distributed environment.

HELP! I was running from my possessive ex to seek work with the enigmatic Rose Callahan only to find myself fake engaged to a sexy, hot fireman. But, just who was behind this? Unbeknownst to me, Rose was determined to prove that her matchmaking skills wouldn't fail Roger a second time. Newly single and heading to Springvale to work at the Callahan's historical brothel turned Inn, Twin Peaks, I couldn't shake off the memory of the one magical night I spent dancing under the stars with Roger. Why can’t I get him out of my head, even months later? Was it because of the sweet, attentive way ...

Fall in Love with Four Grumpy Billionaires in One Heartwarming Box Set. Dive into the captivating world of grumpy billionaires who made life-changing decisions that shaped their futures forever. This special collection brings together four Clean and Wholesome standalone novels, each weaving a tale of love, transformation, and happily ever after. CEO Next Door I agreed to be my brother’s best friend and billionaire's fake fiancée, knowing it was forbidden. Confronting him about his wild party next door was supposed to be straightforward— until his captivating green eyes met mine. This ...

Cofounder of Fast Company magazine and bestselling author of Mavericks at Work and Practically Radical shows how true business innovation can spring from the unlikeliest places. Far away from Silicon Valley, in familiar, traditional, even unglamorous fields, ordinary people are unleashing...

School is back in session at Ziv Academy, and life is as weird as ever. Teeg is back, and we have a confusing brother/boyfriend vibe now (I think he might like me). Panda has several secrets, and there's another human in our school. It kind of sucks that I'm not the only human anymore, if I'm being honest. It made me feel special. Of course, Brayth is still my boyfriend but that has a few downsides. I won't get into what they are, but if you read the first part of my story, I'm sure you can guess. I don't know if this alien school is the best or the worst! Either way, it's certainly changed...

Start every class with energy, focus, and curiosity! 1000 Ideas: Bell Ringers & Brain Starters is the ultimate teacher resource for quick, purposeful activities that ignite thinking from the very first minute. Whether you teach language, math, science, social studies, or a bit of everything, this book equips you with daily warm-ups that require no prep, little time, and deliver big impact. From creative writing sparks and visual puzzles to movement-based icebreakers and critical thinking challenges, this collection helps you build routines, manage transitions, and set the tone for powerful ...

Have you ever wondered why some lessons stick with you for a lifetime while others fade away almost instantly? What if you could unlock the secret to helping students truly understand and retain what they learn—not just for exams, but for life? In Master the Art of Experiential Learning, you’ll discover how to transform your teaching methods and create powerful, lasting learning experiences for your students. This acclaimed handbook guides educators, trainers, and facilitators through the core principles of experiential learning—a proven approach that engages students through hands-on...

What defines student engagement? What effective learning strategies are best for facilitating student engagement? The research also looks at three learning models: competence-based learning support; project-based learning, and inquiry-based learning. The objectives of this research was to understand the importance of student engagement and applying a science curriculum to facilitate teaching science at the high school level.

When Penelope O’Shaunessy, “an incoming freshman of average height and lank hair” steps into Harvard Yard for the first time she has lots of advice from her mother: "Don't be too enthusiastic, don't talk to people who seem to be getting annoyed, and for heaven's sake, stop playing Tetris...

As an educational researcher, Denise Bressler has spent a lot of time in today’s classrooms, and she is deeply concerned. Students are largely disengaged and unmotivated. How can that be? Learning should be a thrilling adventure, not drudgery. Drawing on established learning theories and contemporary educational research, Unlearning the Ropes demonstrates that what people are tacitly taught by school is basically backwards. For example, school teaches that good grades matter, yet good grades don’t guarantee learning.

Getting Ready for a New Academic Session: School Administrative Tips for School Leaders to Start Steady and Roll Easier is a timely, practical guide crafted to support school heads, administrators, and leadership teams in setting their schools up for success—before the very first bell rings. Grounded in research-backed theories and rich professional experience, this book walks school leaders through the key dimensions of academic-year preparation: strategic leadership, team mobilization, curriculum planning, systems management, and culture-building. It introduces models such as Tyler’s ...

Everywhere you look, parents and children are busy with their smartphones and their laptops. The children are playing video games or using apps on their iPod. We are glued to the television set, We sleep with our phone on the nightstand. There is hardly a moment where some parents opt to put down our electronics or delay our chores with the intent to properly engage our kids.