#Edtech was alive and well in Palm Springs — You know the saying, “March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb”? Well, it seems like that saying can apply to edtech conferences this year too. The first few months have given us edtech conferences that finally were back in person. And while it was great to be face-to-face with educators again, it wasn’t quite “normal.” Some districts were understandably anxious about sending educators to an in-person event, while exhibitors were anxious about providing just-in-time…

Gearing up for end-of-the-year testing — The former teacher in me and the former student in me still shudders a bit with the phrase “test prep.” In an ideal world, no such prep would be needed for standardized testing. The year’s work, whether as a teacher or a student, would culminate in proficient test scores across…

Register for a Webinar with Classrooms from around the Globe — International #SELDay is just around the corner on March 11th. This year marks the third annual day devoted to bringing social and emotional learning (SEL) awareness and support to school communities everywhere. Now more than ever, SEL and children’s wellness is top of mind for educators and families. Register for a FREE webinar Participate in…

Proctor & Gamble awards 2 of 7 grants to Classroom Champions — We are always proud of our Classroom Champions athlete mentors, and as they compete on the world’s stage during the 2022 Winter Games, many others are also in awe of their athletic accomplishments. …

Learn More about 10 Black Athletes who Changed Sports Forever — During the next two months, we will see awe-inspiring athletes compete on the world’s stage at the Olympics and Paralympics. These elite athletes are such great role models for our kids — they personify determination, perseverance, and grit. They help represent all that kids can achieve. game changer (noun): a…

Turnkey activities for kids to enjoy at school or at home — This year is one for the books in education! Teachers, students, and families alike are still persevering through the ups and downs of dealing with the effects of the pandemic — learning loss, absentees, remote learning, and just general motivation. So this year’s 100th day is a perfect time to…

A Powerhouse Collaboration with NBC Olympics, BrainPOP, Epic!, GoNoodle, SportsEngine, and Classroom Champions — Just launched, we are proud to announce Champion Mindset! As athletes prepare for the largest competition of their lives, we are ready to show kids across America everything it took to dream big and accomplish their goals. Over the 7 weeks between the start of the Olympics on February 3rd…

Educators, come find us in Florida! — Classroom Champions is headed to Orlando, Florida, to participate in FETC (the Florida Educational Technology Conference) from January 25–28. Will you be there? If you’re not familiar with FETC, it is the second-largest edtech conference in the U.S., drawing more than 10,000 attendees from all 50 states and more than…

Children’s Holiday Classics for the Young and Not-so-young Although the winter break can be a busy time of holiday craze and family-filled chaos, there is something reassuring about the thought of curling up by the fire with a good book. …