“They may forget what you said but they will not forget how you made them feel” ~Carl W. Buechner The quote above is a great reminder of the impact teachers make in the lives of students and why it is important to celebrate and recognize hard working teachers who have made it their goal to leave positive imprints in the…
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MAD-teacher Spotlight: Carol Gaughran, Patchogue-Medford, NY
“Not all superheros wear capes, some have teaching degrees.” – Unknown Sometimes, it is hard to put in words exactly how much of an impact a teacher has made in the lives of individuals and the community as a whole. That impact is highlighted especially during these pandemic times. We know that teachers and educators play a vital role in…
MAD-news for July: Student inspiration to help quash your anxiety around Fall 2020.
Hi Guest, Who would have predicted that today, July 15th, would be tax day in the United States? This has been, and will continue to be an unusual year. Hopefully, we are all more open to experimenting our way through figuring out what is best for our students. Our pandemic summer is in full swing with virtual app camps and…
MAD-teacher Spotlight: Irma Dixon, Palm Beach County, FL
“Using the power of connection to lift people to their higher good. That’s what teachers do.” ~Oprah Winfrey Over the past few months, teachers around the world have been working tirelessly to stay connected with their students, and continue their lessons while schools are physically closed to curb the spread of the coronavirus. MAD-learn is especially proud of all teachers…
MAD-news for June: Here to do better.
Hi Guest, The last few weeks have caused us all to rethink our roles in a society where we have the injustices, the unrest, the discrimination, and the upheaval that we have in the US today. We know we must do better. At MAD-learn, we have always valued diversity in our small but mighty team. We have always empowered every voice…
The MAD-makeover: MAD-learn’s new and improved look!
Who is ready for some exciting news?! MAD-learn has a new look! What we call the MAD-makeover. This “new skin” is definitely one of the coolest things we have been working on for teachers and students to have a better MAD-learn experience. This new and improved look is cleaner and more user friendly, even though the basic functionality has remained…
MAD-news for May: Virtual Summer Camp options to consider
Hi Guest, Happy Friday! Today, I want to give thanks to our AMAZING MAD-learn team, each of whom serves as a pillar of our organization, each of whom feels the burning need to keep moving forward and do what is best for students, each of whom I admire and respect beyond words. Each member of our team (spanning the US,…
MAD-learn named EDTECH AWARDS 2020 Trendsetter!
Congratulations and a very big acknowledgment to edtech’s best and brightest innovators, leaders, and trendsetters! 2020 has kicked off on a rough note as the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to surge across the globe. Although we are facing the pinch along with millions of businesses worldwide, news from the EDTECH AWARDS brightened our day. We are thrilled to announce that…
MAD-news for April: Supporting YOU during COVID-19
Hi Guest, I hope you are doing well and staying safe at home. I wanted to share an update with you from the MAD-learn family: We are now one month into school closures across most of North America. Our team has been working 100% remotely (many of us already do) and have been focused on supporting teachers and students who…
MAD-news for March: COVID-19 Update and Resources
Hi Guest, As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to surge across the globe, we know you are dealing with major disruptions in your home, school, and work life. While we all practice social/physical distancing to help stop the spread, we want you to know that our team at MAD-learn is here to help if you need us. We are offering…