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Teacher Tenure

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Before the implementation of tenure in 1886, female teachers were sometimes fired for wearing pants or staying out too late at night. Scholars research the debate topic to decide if teachers should get tenure. They review the history of...
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American Association of School Administrators

For Teachers 9th - 10th
School administrators can access information on current school issues and ideas, an events calendar, The School Administrators magazine and other publications, leadership information, educational technology news, and a jobs bulletin,...
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Buckeye Association of School Administrators

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The Buckeye Association of School Administrators web site, in support of its mission to inspire and support its members, develop exemplary school system leaders and advocate for public education, offers information on professional...
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Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators

The Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
The Ohio Association of Elementary School Administrators web site offers links to job postings, administrative forums and conferences, publications, programs, and organizational/membership information.
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Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This site supports the Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators, an organization serving approximately 2400 middle level and senior high administrators in Ohio. Links are provided for conferences and workshops, awards, sample...
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National Association of Secondary School Principals

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) is dedicated to promoting excellence in school leadership.
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National School Safety

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a resource for school safety information, training, and violence prevention.
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The National Conference on Education

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Association of School Administrators (AASA) seeks to support and develop effective school system leaders who are dedicated to the highest quality public education for all children. The annual National Conference on Education...
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National Rural Education Association (Nrea)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The National Rural Education Association (NREA) is the oldest established national organization of rural school administrators, teachers, and others interested in maintaining the vitality of rural school systems across the country. The...
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Great Schools: Online Guide to K 12 Public Schools

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This resource provides access to online profiles of K-12 public schools in all 50 states. Individual school profiles include test scores, facts about student ethnicity and economic level, and parent and student ratings about teacher...
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National Association of Elementary School Principals

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) uses this site to promote its advocacy and support for elementary and middle level principals. Among the many links found on this site are selected excerpts from the...
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The New York State Department of Education

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This interactive site not only provides valuable, standard information about the schools but also allows opportunities for the viewer to send responses through the "talking head" icon. You can look up "report cards" on specific schools,...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Write Now! Career Writing Prompts: Team Leader

For Students 9th - 10th
This Career Clip features Karen Paulus, Team Leader of the Administrative Team at Nestle. She is responsible for making sure that security and procedures are handled properly and that the staff around her is aware of any requirements or...
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New Hampshire Association of School Principals: Home

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The NHASP's sites provide information on the organization, its leadership, conferences, workshops, tasks forces, and job vacancies.
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Connecticut State Department of Education

For Students 9th - 10th
To find a wide range of information and statistics on the state of education in Connecticut, click through the well-organized links on this site. There is information for teachers and administrators, parents and other community members,...
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Be an Actuary: Career Without Boundaries

For Students 9th - 10th
Have you considered a career as a actuary? Explore this business field that provides career planning resources for high school students, college students, and educators.
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Pbs News Hour Extra: 'Race to the Top' Aims to Overhaul the u.s. Education System

For Students 9th - 10th
Fixing America's public school system is not an easy task, but Obama has promised that the youth of the country will be prepared to face an "ever-changing global society." Obama has also promised funding, but there are strings attached...
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Fanschool: Blogs for Teachers and Students

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Fanschool provides a safe and simple blogging platform for students in both elementary and middle schools. Teachers have administrative control over all student blogs and accounts, and blogs are only viewable by classmates and the...
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Department of Transportation: Maritime Career

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource describes jobs in the maritime industry, ways to get training for various career paths in the industry, and employment opportunities. Links to Maritime Museum websites are included.
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Florida Department of Education: Teach in Florida

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This Florida Department of Education site says the nation's "fourth largest school system" "is in the midst of a teacher shortage." Here the state provides easy access to employers who wish to place job openings and teachers and...
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American Heart Association

American Heart Association: Be the Beat!

For Students 9th - 10th
The American Heart Association wants to help create a new generation of life savers - teens who know how to perform CPR and use AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) to save lives. Be The Beat! teaches teens about heart health and...
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History:the Cold War Continues

For Students 5th - 8th
A comprehensive look at U.S. foreign policy during the Eisenhower administration. The Cold War was at its height, and the United States used many tactics to fight and contain the spread of Communism. Be sure to watch the cartoon of Bert...
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State Library-Florida

Florida Memory: Mary Mc Leod Bethune, Educator

For Students 9th - 10th
A photo history of Mary McLeod Bethune who was an unofficial advisor to FDR on civil rights issues. Includes primary documents, photos and lesson plans for Grades 4-5.
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Curated OER

Kids Health: What Do Food Labels Really Say?

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of food labeling history and importance, how to read food labels, basic components of a food label, and a comparison of different foods.