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Mar 23, 2018

[Weekly Inspiration] Angela Lee Duckworth Says Grit is the Key to Success

What’s the single best predictor of success? In this TED Talk, academic, psychologist, and popular science author Angela Lee Duckworth, says key to becoming a high achiever might come down to one thing: grit.

McKenna Wierman

Mar 16, 2018

[Weekly Inspiration] Michelle Obama Shines a Light on Women and Education

During Women’s History Month, we are inspired by all of the wonderful things women have done, and do every day. And as it turns out, one of the best ways to support girls and encourage them to achieve success is through education. When discussing women in education during a recent interview, former First Lady Michelle Obama had this to say.

McKenna Wierman

Mar 09, 2018

[Weekly Inspiration] Can Bruno Mars Inspire Learning?

Treasure, that is what he is. Bruno Mars is a Grammy award-winning artist, uptown funky man and the source of this week's inspiration. Check out these clever and catchy motivational music videos, made by students and teachers just like you to the tunes of a few of his latest hits!

McKenna Wierman

Mar 02, 2018

[Weekly Inspiration] Teaching Your Students to be Themselves

Ready to warm up your brain after the weekend? Check out this quote by educator and philosopher Paulo Freire on the importance of encouraging students to be themselves.

McKenna Wierman

Feb 23, 2018

[Weekly Inspiration] Estella and Her Brilliant Bus

Need some inspiration to kick off your week? Check out the story of community leader, long-time educator, and Edmentum partner, Estella Pyfrom and her Brilliant Bus.

McKenna Wierman

Feb 14, 2018

[Weekly Inspiration] Rita Pierson: Every kid needs a champion

Need a little pick me up for the week ahead? Look no further. We pulled one of our favorite TED Talks that will remind you how important you are to your students.

Beth Holine

May 07, 2014

10 Tips in 10 Minutes: Increase Your Graduation Rates

It’s that time of year—you know which students are on track to graduation and which are not. Students become disconnected from school for many reasons.