
Historic Dessie Scott School Building Destroyed by Fire
A landmark in the Pine Ridge community was lost late Thursday night, January 22, as fire destroyed the main school building on the Dessie Scott
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Brianna Slone
Is It Cooperative Learning or Group … Brianna SloneRead More »
Is It Cooperative Learning or Group Work? The action research project focuses on answering the question, “how does comprehending the distinctions between cooperative learning and group work (demonstrated through practical application) impact student recall and retention of instructional material?” Cooperative learning...
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Kalab Rodebaugh
Tracking Effort for SuccessDuring … Kalab RodebaughRead More »
Tracking Effort for SuccessDuring the initial months of the school term, we observed certain students who struggled with formal quizzes and tests despite demonstrating comprehension during class assignments and formative assessments. Identifying a potential lack of effort as a...
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Lucas Shortt
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Empowering Students through reading for meaning"Reading for Meaning" is more than just a tool; it is a transformative approach to learning that fosters deep comprehension and critical thinking skills. Rooted in the concept of active reading, this method encourages...
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Bethany Roberts
Math Notes: A Tool for Solving … Bethany RobertsRead More »
Math Notes: A Tool for Solving Word ProblemsI have been teaching for 13 years and each year, I see many students consistently struggle with solving math word problems. So, for my action research project, I decided to incorporate the...
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Adam Roberts
Engaging Students with Questioning My … Adam RobertsRead More »
Engaging Students with Questioning My action research was based on the strategy “Questioning in Style.” As I started this deeper learning journey I was unaware of this specific strategy; however, over time I have gained a new appreciation for learning...

A landmark in the Pine Ridge community was lost late Thursday night, January 22, as fire destroyed the main school building on the Dessie Scott

The district has officially launched a Professional Development Cadre for Aspiring Leaders, a new initiative designed to help educators who are ready to take the