Sentences with phrase «said educators supporting»

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Because sports are the proving ground for so many important values — competition, confidence, teamwork, perseverance — and our support and attention say a lot about us as parents, educators and citizens.

«Based on research and experience, more and more local districts are rejecting the use of ineffective strategies like corporal punishment as an acceptable form of school discipline in favor of effective techniques, like the Positive Behavioral Support system favored by most educators,» said Vitaglione.

«Babies need to learn how to hold new textures, flavors, and temperatures in their mouths before swallowing,» says Teresa Walsh, London - based midwife and birth educator who provides one - on - one support to new parents.

Beate Frome, president of the Babywearing Institute, which has been educating on safe babywearing with multiple certified educators across North America to assist parents in wearing their babies safely, says: «Some carriers and some positions are simply not safe, even though manufacturer, several organizations, and some educators continue to support and demonstrate them.»

«The jury is out on using [gripe water] to soothe your baby's digestion,» says Linda Roberts, certified doula, childbirth educator and director of Belly Beautiful: Childbirth Education and Lactation Support.

«By rewarding donations that support public schools, providing tax credits for teachers when they purchase classroom supplies out of pocket, and easing the financial burden on families who send their children to independent, parochial or out - of - district public schools, we can make a fundamental difference in the lives of students, families and educators across the state,» he said.

«I believe in the New York City school system and the thousands of dedicated, hardworking administrators, educators and support staff that commit themselves to providing our city's youth with a quality education,» said Treyger.

«Make no mistake, educators are taxpayers, too, and support real, meaningful tax relief,» union President Richard Iannuzzi said in a statement.

«The leadership has clearly heard the concerned parents and educators who support high standards but know that a moratorium on the use of standardized tests in high - stakes decisions is essential until the State Education Department makes major corrections to its failed implementation plan,» president Richard Iannuzzi said in the statement.

Kearns said this begins important conversations to support the whole - child and provide educators with needed tools.

Steiner cited Black's «exceptional record of successfully leading complex organizations and achievement of excellence in her endeavors,» saying this warrants her certification for service as long as she will be supported by a «team of experienced educators.»

«More than one million international students attending U.S. colleges and universities during the 2015 - 2016 academic year supported 400,000 U.S. jobs and contributed $ 32.8 billion to the U.S. economy,» the letter said, citing data from NAFSA: Association of International Educators, a letter signatory.

Not only is the preschool teaching sector plagued by low salaries and high turnover, he says, but a recent working paper by the institute points out that «preschool educators tend not to support mathematics and science learning» in their classrooms.

«The program is supported by a broad partnership — a global healthcare company GlaxoSmithKline, the world's largest multidisciplinary science society, community - based organizations like libraries and Boys & Girls Clubs, and the K - 12 educators who deliver the curriculum,» said Betty Calinger, AAAS Education and Human Resources project director.

«We looked at how various features support educators in knowing what students know,» said Barry Fishman, a professor at the U-M School of Information and the School of Education.

«Yes, I think that you can teach old dogs new tricks,» says Wieman, who began working with other science educators several years ago at the University of Colorado at Boulder, before moving this year to the University of British Columbia in Vancouver after being promised $ 12 million in support of his education endeavors.

«Every time we work with educators, we try to help teachers understand the role they play in providing behavioral supports to students,» Kilgus said.

The report also says that in order to provide high - quality care, a highly qualified workforce is essential, meaning educators and staff must be well - compensated, have affordable opportunities to access higher education, and receive appropriate ongoing support and professional development.

Either way, both styles provide the right support for quick and long in and out thrusts, and they reduce pressure on your knees, says Alicia Sinclair, certified sex educator and CEO of The Cowgirl, b - Vibe, and Le Wand.

When educators approach you with new or different ideas, breathe deep, say yes, and figure out how to support them in trying out these ideas.

He also urged Australia to truly value its schools and teachers, saying education is one of Australia's greatest assets, but won't stay that way without giving educators the cultural and capital support that they need to do their jobs.

Commenting on the STEM support now available to educators in Australia, AIG Chief Executive Innes Willox says there are «phenomenal resources» beyond the classroom that are just waiting to be tapped.»

Commenting on the gender gap, it says boys need particular support and educators might do this through developing their attitudes towards collaboration.

No matter how educators decide to support undocumented students, Cuevas says they must first do their homework.

Last year, while Dr. Tisch was still in office, the education commissioner, MaryEllen Elia, who reports to the Regents, said that it was «unethical» for educators to encourage or support test refusal and that it was districts» responsibility to make sure that as many students as possible took the exams this spring.

«It is great to think that our new classroom spaces may do more than support the learning experience of future educators, researchers, and policymakers, but might also impact how they think about the integration of sustainability into the classroom and inspire them to push the limits of this ideal in their endeavors,» Carlson says.

They say preschool is a perfect opportunity for children to practice and master skills alongside educators who can stretch and extend them or provide scaffolding and support when needed.

«A lot of everyday quandaries educators and policymakers face are dilemmas of educational justice, but we don't support or even acknowledge their struggle to address these challenges and make ethical decisions,» she says.

Saku Tuominen, founder of HundrED, said: «HundrED exists to support a community of educators all over the world, and collaboration underpins everything we do.

«We were delighted that Raise Your Hand Texas chose to support these accomplished educators,» said Jennifer Stine, managing director at PPE.

The educator says, in addition to being the most accessible form of support for those working away from the main campus in East Ballina, it's been a non-threatening way to introduce wellbeing and mindfulness to staff.

«With support from the Walton Family Foundation, the CAEL will help us reach even more educators in charge of districts, charter management organizations, state departments of education, and other systems — leaders who will, in turn, have a tangible impact on the lives of literally millions of learners,» Ryan said.

Victoria University believes it is vital that students, educators and businesses all work together to ensure every hour of that time is well - spent and we are proud to be supporting top student talent in their career development,» Dawkins said.

«My professors, classmates, and mentors at HGSE have supported me knowing that this work is possible, and I hope that future science educators can see these connections as well,» says Mooradian.

These findings, Dryden - Peterson says, should inform decisions of U.S. educators about children's grade placement, remedial assistance strategies, and ongoing learning support.

She says evidence is increasingly being used by educators to prompt conversations about their work and professional practices, and how this supports their growth and development.

In a survey of last year's festival, 92 % of attending educators said they saw the broader educational benefits for their students and 71 % said they were more likely to use film or cinema visits to support delivery of the curriculum.

«Educators across the country have struggled to identify a rich, engaging, and rigorous curriculum that will help them support students in meeting dramatically higher expectations,» said John E. Deasy, former superintendent of Los Angeles public schools.

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«Educators across the country have struggled to identify a rich, engaging, and rigorous curriculum that will help them support students in meeting dramatically higher expectations,» said

«This research provides further evidence for the positive effect of school - based supports — comprehensive anti-bullying policies, Gay - Straight Alliances (GSAs), supportive educators and LGBT - inclusive curriculum — on LGBTQ students» experiences with harassment and discrimination and, ultimately, their educational outcomes,» said Dr. Joseph Kosciw, GLSEN's Chief Research & Strategy Officer.

«I really want to see us get away from teaching for a test and letting the test support the educators» goals in teaching our children,» says Angelina Camacho, a parent of a second - grader at a Boston public school.

Any Finnish educator will say that Finland improved its public education system not by privatizing its schools or constantly testing its students, but by investing in the preparation, support, and retention of excellent teachers.

«Educators must be committed to monitoring student progress and providing additional support for children identified as at - risk for reading difficulties, as early as kindergarten,» says Lesaux;

Historically, voucher initiatives have struggled to gain support, says Mathews, because of persistent Democratic Party and educator opposition.

«Educators want to know what the law is, how it's changing, how they can best address the emotional needs of these kids, and how they can support the families,» she says.

As educators and trusted messengers in our communities, we must make sure the public is informed and not fooled by presidential candidates who say they believe in a world - class education system but have a history of starving our public schools of critical funding and supporting flawed so - called reforms that don't work.

As I like to say, this is not a recipe, it is a framework that supports transforming professional learning that improves educator effectiveness and learning for ALL students.

«The mission of UCSC Silicon Valley Extension includes supporting K - 12 education through high - quality curriculum and comprehensive supports for educators,» said Lynda Rogers, Dean of UCSC Extension, and Executive Director, Scout from University of California.

Another speaker, kindergarten teacher Kember Kane from Silver Spring, Md., said it is through negotiating collectively that educators can advocate for the conditions that support student learning such as safe schools, small class sizes, and for resources that help educators do their jobs.