Schools Are Spending Billions on High-Tech Security. But Are Students Any Safer?
The uncertainty over how to prevent school shootings — and the horrifying consequences of failing to do so — has created a business opportunity. Read the NBC News article written by Jon Schuppe.
Read MoreSchool Funding and the Battle of the Budget
Budgets include everything from salaries and employee benefits to purchased services and supplies. Here's how you can get more value from your school district budgets.
Read MoreEstablishing Classroom Rules
Appropriate behavior fosters a positive classroom environment. Read the blog on National Education Association written by Phil Nast about establishing classroom rules.
Read MoreBarricade or Flee? Simulator Trains Educators and Police for School Shootings
Teachers, administrators, and police officers sat in rows at laptop computers, enacting a scenario they hope to never experience in real life. Read Evie Blad's piece on Education Week about the simulator that trains educators and police for school shootings.
Read MoreTenure Track? Recruiting & Retention of Today's New Teachers
Stagnant salaries, long hours, and a general lack of respect — these are just some of the reasons new teachers quit.
Read More3 Ways to Constantly Improve Your School's Emergency Protocol
More than a fifth of school districts in the United States lacks a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan to respond to natural disasters and other emergencies, according to one study.
Read MorePros & Cons of Badge Messenger
From herd mentality to market share, Badge Messenger's list of pros and cons are listed for your information as you vet our school messaging system.
Read More27 Ways to Engage Teachers at Your Next Faculty Meeting
Teachers are human beings. Therefore, teachers have a finite amount of energy and focus each day. Read Teach Thought's article about ways to engage teachers at your next faculty meeting.
Read MoreFollow the Child — Reduce Classroom Chaos with the Right Communication
The classroom is full of potential safety hazards for students. Trips and falls, assaults, allergic reactions, sports-related injuries, and head injuries — these are just five of the most common accidents in school.
Read MoreBadge Messenger: You can't Afford Not to Add it to Your District
Don't make the mistake of ignoring things that can pay for themselves. When it comes to communication tools for teachers, your district can't afford to skip a school messaging system.
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