by Ernesto Mejía | Nov 20, 2025 | Classroom, Family Engagement, Parents, Programming, Social Emotional Learning, Students
Coming back from holiday break isn’t always easy… for students or educators. Just like adults, students get used to the downtime, the rest, and the freedom. Returning to routine can feel abrupt, and in some cases, neither group is exactly “in the mood” to be back in...
by Joaquin Zihuatanejo | Nov 17, 2025 | Career, Classroom, College, Students
At CoolSpeak, we know educators and program leaders are navigating big questions about AI and academic integrity, especially when guiding students through scholarship and college application writing. To help support that work, CoolSpeaker and published author on...
by MJ Bridges | Sep 17, 2025 | Career, Classroom, Programs, Student Engagement
In honor of National GEAR UP Week, CoolSpeak wanted to interview one of our own who is a proud GEAR UP alumnus. MJ Bridges knows the program’s impact doesn’t end at graduation. Growing up in Racine, Wisconsin, he participated in the Wisconsin Education Opportunity...
by Laura Rizo | Jun 19, 2025 | Classroom, Professional Development, Social Emotional Learning, Student Engagement, Students
Incorporating social emotional learning (SEL) into the school day doesn’t have to be overwhelming; it can become a natural and seamless part of classroom learning. By intentionally integrating it throughout the day, teachers can help students develop emotional...
by Chris Collins | Apr 7, 2025 | Classroom, Student Engagement, Students
Classroom culture means different things to different people—ask 10 folks and you’ll get 10 unique answers! It’s one of those things we can usually recognize when we see it, but putting it into words? That’s tricky. And that’s exactly what makes building a culturally...
by Ernesto Mejía | Feb 11, 2025 | Classroom, Family Engagement, Parents, Programming
Family engagement in school events is crucial, but attendance often falls short despite educators’ best efforts. Why aren’t parents showing up? The reasons range from logistical barriers to cultural differences, and understanding these challenges is key to...
