by Rachel Wells Classroom transitions are the process of moving students from one lesson, space, or activity to another during the school day….
Black History Month is a special time to honor the incredible contributions and stories of Black individuals throughout history. It’s an opportunity to celebrate…
by Rachel Wells Praise is a powerful tool in a teacher’s arsenal. It’s free and the supply is unlimited. Praise acknowledges and reinforces…
From December 5-7, Apollo After School had the pleasure of attending the CSBA Annual Education Conference & Trade Show (AEC), the premier gathering of…
by Rachel Wells The holiday season seems to make students attention spans… well… shorten. Luckily, we have some tips and tricks to get…
by Rachel Wells Read-alouds are a popular activity in elementary school classrooms for good reason – in fact it’s one of the most…
On October 21-23, Apollo After School and Chess Wizards had the privilege of exhibiting at the NJSBA’s Workshop and the NYSSBA’s Annual Convention &…
by Rachel Wells Team building games and activities are a great tool for helping students learn to work together, listen carefully, communicate clearly,…
by Rachel Wells We love an art project that’s simple, engaging, and pretty enough to hang up on the wall! Foil prints are…
by Rachel Wells No one want to be in a classroom full of students, with 10 minutes left and nothing to do. That’s where…