In Ellerbe, North Carolina, there are many station stops on Heather James’ journey to helping her sixth grade students feel empowered through success with math. This month, they allowed our Discovery Education Community to join them in studying coordinate planes with the Discovery Education Math Techbook in Unit 6.1. The Big Idea By utilizing her
Learning in 360 Degrees: Mrs. Hawley’s 3rd Grade Students Are Out of This World
10…9…8…7…6…5…4…3…2…1… Learning has lifted off for Mrs. Hawley’s 3rd grade students at Anaheim Hills Elementary in Orange Unified School District. This month, they allowed our Discovery Education Community to join them in studying the universe. The Big Idea By completing a series of interactive centers featuring Discovery Education Techbook resources, Mrs. Hawley’s students examined the
DE in Action Resources Available
If you’ve been following our Discovery Education in Action program you’ve seen video segments sharing authentic examples of teachers teaching with Discovery Education services and reflecting upon their instructional decisions. We’re excited to share that DE in Action is now accessible through the Learn and Lead section of the Professional Learning Center. When you enter this
Hints and Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Fall VirtCon Viewing Party
Autumnal leaves, pumpkin spiced latte, apple picking….all pale in comparison to everyone’s favorite Fall activity – Fall VirtCon. While many enjoy participating from the comfort of their own home, hundreds of others will be gathered at Viewing Parties around North America. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a first time host, we’ve got all the
Discovery Education in Action: ShaBranda Faison
Name: ShaBranda Faison Role: 8th grade Science Teacher School: Southeast Guilford Middle School School District: Guilford County Schools, North Carolina Subjects/Grades Taught: Science, Grade 8 Degree/Certificates: BS in Biology with a minor in Forensic Science; MS in Instructional Design & Technology; Current Ed.D. student in Organizational Leadership with an emphasis in Organizational Development Background: I have been teaching since
DE in Action: Julie Wenger
Name: Julie Wenger School: Adkins Elementary School District: Denton ISD, Texas Subjects/Grades Taught: Science and Social Studies/5th grade How did you find yourself in teaching? There is a long history of teachers in my family. I have happily joined the pack, albeit a little later in the game. When my daughters were little, I
Discovery Education in Action: Cody Strong
Name: Cody Strong Role: Social Studies Teacher at Rock Hill High School School: Rock Hill High School District: Rock Hill Schools, York County District 3, South Carolina Subjects/Grades Taught:9th grade World Geography Background: I have been teaching since January of 2008. I have been in the Rock Hill School District the entire time. How did
Discovery Education in Action: Lindsay Foster
Name: Lindsay Foster Role/School: Teacher / NA Howry Intermediate School Subjects/Grades Taught: ELAR / 6th Grade Background: This is my 17th year in education. This is my first year with Lake Worth ISD. I previously taught in Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD and Oklahoma City Public Schools. I relocated over ten years ago to the great state
Discovery Education in Action: Becky Goldberg
Name: Becky Goldberg Role/School: 6th Grade Math Teacher at James Martin Middle School Subjects/Grades Taught: 6th grade math How did you find yourself in teaching? When I was a junior in college I studied abroad in a public health research program. I was able to meet and survey a wide range of Masaii women
Discovery Education in Action: LaDonna Reynolds
Name: LaDonna Reynolds Role/School: 6th Grade Math Teacher/James Martin Middle School Subjects/Grades Taught: Math/6th Grade How did you find yourself in teaching? Throughout grade school, I was an excellent student. I graduated towards the top of my senior class and received many honors, including a full scholarship. I went to college and had