Evidence based teaching strategies are instructional practices backed by scientific research, empirical data, and cognitive psychology. Instead of adopting short-lived educational trends, educators using evidence-based teaching practices apply techniques proven to measurably improve academic outcomes for children across all learning levels. By understanding how the human brain processes,…

If your child is funded through PEP or the Unique Abilities Scholarship, the award sits in an education savings account and covers approved expenses beyond tuition, including instructional materials, part-time tutoring, and approved online providers. Each program’s family handbook lists the categories. What it will not cover is…

Most of these come straight from the rules above, but they’re easy to miss when you’re uploading documents on your phone at 10 p.m. Doubling up on a document type is the easiest one to overlook. Two utility bills count as one type, and so do a mortgage…

Tynker has been a proud supporter and innovator in Computer Science Education Week since its inception, now celebrated as an “Hour of AI.” This year CSEdWeek is December 8th – 12th. We’re passionate about making coding accessible and engaging for all students, and CSEdWeek is the perfect opportunity…

 “They can build games that are specific to the African culture, to the African heroes, so they can actually code the African heroes.” -Percy Ganga Why Teach Kids to Code in Zimbabwe? In Harare, Zimbabwe, Perseverance (Percy) Ganga, founder and director of the International Institute of Junior Coders and…

Let’s see the difference in action. Here’s what happens when evidence is included without an introduction: 01 Evidence Without an Introduction “Nearly 30% of coral reefs have already been lost.” Coral reefs are disappearing quickly. ! It’s technically there, but…

When Scarsdale School District started discussing the need for a district-wide computer programming sequence, addressing teacher anxiety and lack of coding experience were some of the most challenging problems to solve. They were looking for an easy-to-implement solution, with curriculum to support learning in other subject areas, while…

Most parents who qualify for these programs don’t apply, and the reason is almost always the same: they assume they earn too much. Florida removed the income cap in 2023. If your child can enroll in a Florida public school, you can apply. The process is also shorter…

“It’s not just about the coding, it’s about using coding to foster deeper learning that allows students to learn, apply what they learned, and demonstrate mastery of the core content.” Kathy BottaroDigital Learning Program CoordinatorSioux City Community School District Using Tynker Since: Fall 2014 How did Tynker address the challenges…

Middle-school education sits at a critical crossroads, bridging foundational childhood learning with the independence and rigor of high school. The leadership, innovation, and unwavering passion demonstrated by these 25 educators and administrators highlight the profound impact that dedicated professionals have on student success. By fostering inclusive campus environments,…