Weekly Round Up

Here are a few fun articles we found around the web this week. Have a great weekend!

Edutopia’s 2009 Guide to Holiday Gifts for Teachers
I went to grade school at the same place my mother taught 3rd grade. The holiday season was always the best – I got to pick through all of her gifted goodies after class. Here are some good ideas for those wonderful teachers in your life. Surprisingly, a note of thanks is more than enough for some!

Students Applying to College Must Apply Themselves — But Relax, Too
With the surge of high school grads applying for college, students are freaking out. More people are applying, the competition gets harder. Here are a few good tips – if you’re a high school teacher, share them with your students!

What Lincoln Would Have Tweeted
Historical re-enactments via Twitter – need we say more? Also check this out for more info.

Are Your Students Learning to “Stand Out?”
Something of value to share with your students – about to graduate or otherwise.