June is the month of career transformations, and I’m thrilled to share my inspiring journey of switching from a successful sales career to becoming a music teacher at Classical Charter Schools. With my lifelong passion for music and unwavering belief in the transformative power of education, I embarked on this
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, At Classical Charter Schools wishes to delve into the subject from the perspective of two pivotal roles: the Dean of Students and the School Psychologist. These roles, while distinct, converge to create an inclusive support system for our scholars, addressing their academic and
Embracing a New Venture as College Graduates. As fresh college graduates, we found ourselves eager to step into the professional world, armed with enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference. Little did we know that a remarkable opportunity was waiting for us at Classical Charter Schools. Despite having no
Embracing Neurodiversity: Fostering Inclusivity and Growth in Education. As we embark on April’s Autism Awareness Month, I am grateful for the opportunity to share my thoughts and experiences on this important topic. With a background in education, including serving as a Dean of Students, I have witnessed firsthand the significance
How operating fully remote and in-person learning programs increased alignment and allowed for continual improvement. Last week, Mayor de Blasio announced a plan to abandon New York City’s hybrid learning program next school year, in favor of fully in-person and remote programs. We wholeheartedly welcome and applaud this change. Classical
Opening New York City schools for the 2020-2021 school year has involved delays, temporary closures, and policy changes due to the COVID-19 virus, challenges which have been compounded by the social and political stresses that the nation faced in 2020. Yet, despite these challenges, the 2020-2021 school year has also
The year 2020 will go down in history as one of the most memorable years of our lives. People all over our nation and the world are grappling with various social, economic, and political issues that directly impact our lives. Now more than ever it is our responsibility as educators
“PD,” “Professional Development,” “PLC,” no matter what you call it, the moment you mention any form of the concept to educators, you will most certainly be met with narrowed eyes, a wry smile, a disdainful ‘ugh’, or some combination of these. As an educator with 10+ years of varied experience
When I first began working towards my bachelor’s degree, it seemed that everyone I spoke to asked about my major. I would always respond with “elementary education,” which was, surprisingly and quite frequently, met with, “You’re going to teach for the rest of your life, good luck.” As a bright-eyed
In-person or remote, new or experienced, you are about to sail off into a beautiful, messy, and challenging, intellectual, emotional, and social journey with a handful of children. Now in my eleventh year of education, I’ve been reflecting on what has been the most critical pieces of advice I’ve received
