Differential Dialogues: Building Belonging Through Shared Creation: How School Projects Strengthen Community

Differential Dialogues: Building Belonging Through Shared Creation: How School Projects Strengthen Community

Schools thrive not just on academics — but on connection. Collaborative projects like class publications, art showcases, or storytelling days don’t just fill hallways with color and sound; they weave invisible threads between students, teachers, and staff. These shared creative rituals can turn campuses into small ecosystems of empathy, curiosity, and pride.

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Differential Dialogues: Creative Approaches and Activities to Enhance Learning for Children with Special Needs

Differential Dialogues: Creative Approaches and Activities to Enhance Learning for Children with Special Needs

Helping children with special needs learn effectively requires creativity, compassion, and engagement. Discover how multisensory strategies—like music, movement, and art—transform math and learning into joyful, confidence-building experiences for every child.

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Differential Dialogues: How Parents Can Keep Kids’ Minds Active During School Breaks

Differential Dialogues: How Parents Can Keep Kids’ Minds Active During School Breaks

School breaks give kids a chance to rest, but they can also lead to learning loss if their minds aren’t kept active. Discover practical, fun ways parents can blend play with learning — from foreign language tutoring and everyday math to reading games, writing activities, and meaningful conversations. With the right balance, kids return to school refreshed, confident, and ready to learn.

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Mister Marx PD Journal #001 - Teaching in the Digital Age: What I Learned About Online Learning That Impacted My Practice

Mister Marx PD Journal #001 - Teaching in the Digital Age: What I Learned About Online Learning That Impacted My Practice

What does it mean to teach well in an online space? After completing PD9308 through Pennsylvania’s SAS system, I’m evolving how I design synchronous and asynchronous learning, how I use feedback, and why family communication might be the glue that holds online classrooms together. This post kicks off my new “Mister Marx PD Journal” series with 3 big takeaways and a glossary of key terms.

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