Korean pop stars who use their secret powers to protect fans against supernatural threats have taken over pop culture and this love of K-Pop Demon Hunters inspires learning through Outschool. How K-Pop Demon Hunters Inspires Learning Through Outschool Teachers are using the popularity of the Netflix’s most watched movie of all time to engage kids…
Get Well Soon Care Package for a Sick College Student
It’s that time of the year when college students start to get sick. The adrenaline from the start of the year has worn off, they’re up late with friends, in the thick of studying, and forgetting that self care (like a good night’s sleep and staying hydrated) is necessary. Now is a great time to…
7 Ways You Can Support the End of Childhood Cancer
I admit that I didn’t know a lot about childhood cancer until I visited St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis in 2016. I had no idea that childhood cancer, or pediatric cancer kills more children in the United States than any other disease. I didn’t realize it is the leading cause of death by…
Student Cube Satellite Launch Shows Persistence Pays Off
As a former teacher, I know there’s only so much that students can learn inside a classroom. Other learning has to be self directed but requires the ability to persist and that’s exactly what SilverSat’s student cube satellite launch has provided nearly 60 students over the past 9 years. SilverSat Student Cube Satellite Launch Last…
Student-Built CubeSat Will Tweet Pictures to Order from Space
One of the big challenges in education is getting kids interested in STEM subjects in elementary school and sustaining interest throughout middle and high school. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, STEM occupations are projected to grow by almost 11 percent by 2031 but opportunities to engage in safe, hands-on science that requires…
Back to School Tech Checklist for Parents
As you prepare for a new school year and check items off supply lists, calm nerves, and remind kids of routines, it’s also important to make sure your family is tech ready. To make it easy, here’s a back-to-school tech checklist featuring quick things to do before the year starts. Back to School Tech Checklist…
Giving Your Child Their First Cell Phone? Read this first!
This post is sponsored by Google Family Link and Be Internet Awesome If you’re giving your child their first cell phone (or any digital device), take some time to develop a strategy for what happens next. It’s ok if you haven’t thought this until now because you’ve been focused on trying to figure who has…
How to Turn Off Instagram Location Sharing in 6 Easy Steps
Earlier this week, Instagram released a new Map feature. It’s designed to share your location with nearby friends in real time and allows you to see posts tagged by friends or those you follow that are close by. While Instagram Maps may seem like a fun new feature that Mashable says could be “a handy…
Ways to Encourage Creativity in Kids This Summer
We’ve reached that point in the summer when we’re looking for ways to keep kids entertained. If you’re looking to encourage learning and creativity in kids this summer, who better to inspire than artists who have worked with Disney, Marvel and more! Below you’ll find helpful tips from four artists that can be used to…
Dorm Room Must Haves for New College Students
The links in this Dorm Room Must Haves for New College Students post are affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on a link. Some items below were provided for review purposes. After the excitement of high school graduation has passed, the reality of leaving home…
