In a recent series of interviews, Amy Nystrand, Program Director of the Educators’ Cooperative asked members, “What keeps you going on tough days?” The answers are a good reminder of […]
Category: Development
Context, Community, and Compassion
Written by Greg O’Loughlin, High School Teacher and Founder/Director of The Educators’ Cooperative on January 12, 2021 We weren’t sure what to do. The first of our nightly Collaborates Calls […]
Put on your cape, and rise above it!
Originally published by Tiffani Norman, an Advanced Academics Resource Teacher at Eakin Elementary, on October 17, 2017. As I was sitting on the beach in Panama City during Fall Break, […]
Even in Alternative Educational Roles, the Teaching and Learning Never Stop
Meet EdCo Member, Mike Mitchell. Mike serves primarily as the Arts Director for Mt. Pleasant schools, as well as a resource for teachers across the county. Hearing Mike’s story is […]
We Learn, We Adjust
Last December, EdCo Members, Ada Collins, Luke Johnson, and Nita Smith were asked, “How are you adjusting to this new education arena, and what have you learned about yourself or […]
Supporting Teachers During a Pandemic
This post was originally published on February 23, 2020, written by Ashley Jordan, EdCo Member and 6th grade ELA teacher at McMurray Middle School. As we navigate these tricky times, […]
Mindfulness: Quieting Minds, Hearts, and Bodies of Elementary Students (and My Own!)
As we gear up for the start of school after a year of unknowns and incredible losses, our mental health and the mental health of our students is more important […]
Summer is for Learning!
This post was originally published on July 12, 2017 by Kyleen Shyer at https://educatorscooperative.com/2017/07/12/summer-is-for-learning/. Mid-July. As an educator, where does that fall in your “summer calendar?” For educators around Nashville, […]
The Educators’ Cooperative: Summer Workshop
“This was unlike any other PD I’ve ever done!” “I feel hopeful and more sure of myself than ever before!” “These connections and workshops are exactly what I needed!” And […]
EdCo’s Summer Workshop — Abundance, Connection, and Community
Written by Greg O’Loughlin, high school educator and founder of The Educators’ Cooperative. Our annual Summer Workshop is the place that nurtures and grows a community of educators in Nashville […]
Why Join EdCo? Part 1
Joining EdCo provides direct connection to amazing educators. Click here to join hundreds of other teachers who have already benefited from the power of collaboration and the Educators’ Cooperative’s professional […]
It’s Not About the Lesson Plans
EdCo Members Ansley Glenn, Luke Johnson, and Nita Smith were recently asked, “What is something you wish non-teachers knew or understood about teaching?” Their answers speak to the heart of […]
