Jill Staake

2 weeks ago | weareteachers.com | Jill Staake

Today’s rites of passage include that all-important moment when tweens or teens finally get their first cell phone. But as adults know, owning a phone comes with a lot of responsibilities, and it’s important to teach kids to use their phones safely and respectfully right from the start.

1 month ago | birdsandblooms.com | Jill Staake

When early gardeners first brought tree of heaven to the United States, the country itself was less than a decade old. In the hundreds of years since, this ornamental tree has spread itself far and wide, turning into an unbelievable nuisance. Here’s what to know about controlling and managing tree of heaven in your own backyard.

1 month ago | weareteachers.com | Jill Staake

Summer break is one of the best times of the year for many kids, and teachers too. It’s a chance to rest and recharge before diving back in to another year of learning. But while nearly all U.S. schools have extended summer breaks, they vary quite a bit from state to state. So, how long is summer break, and why do schools even have them?

1 month ago | weareteachers.com | Jill Staake

Careers in dentistry are promising choices for the future, including dental assisting. These healthcare professionals are part of the dental care process in a variety of ways, helping patients and dentists with oral care and recordkeeping. Learn how to become a dental assistant, including salary, required skills, and more. “Becoming a dental assistant is a smart choice because it is a high demand career,” says Danielle Bourdeau, Dental Assisting Instructor at Erwin Technical College.

1 month ago | weareteachers.com | Jill Staake

As far back as the days of Pac-Man and Tetris, parents were worried their kids were wasting too much time playing video games. But as it turns out, all those hours spent on Minecraft, Pokémon, or Fortnite may actually be doing kids and teens a lot of good. Here’s a closer look at the benefits of video games, including advice from an expert. FREE PRINTABLEFree Screen Time TrackersWant to get a better understanding of just how much time your child spends using devices?