A NCES survey showed that more than half of all private schools in the US require uniforms as part of their dress code. There’s no official rule that says private schools have to adhere to a uniform dress code, but often administrators at private schools choose to do so. So, what’s your plan for students: uniforms or no uniforms? Here … Read More
How schools can help end cyberbullying
What is cyberbullying and why is it important? Cyberbullying is any unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance and that takes place over digital devices. It includes sending, posting or sharing negative, harmful, false, or mean content about someone else and can sometimes cross into unlawful behavior, according to StopBullying.gov. Cyberbullying is … Read More
New Twine Features – December 2019
Just in time for the holidays, we hope you’ll enjoy unwrapping these new Twine features!
Best resources for teachers to help combat cyberbullying
With the increase in students’ use of social media and smartphones, cyberbullying is unfortunately also on the rise. As a teacher, it can be hard to know exactly where to start, since most of the conflict between students happens outside of the walls of your classroom. We’ve compiled some of the best resources on the web to help you better … Read More
Twine Piloted in South African Schools
Twine, known for its ability to bring large-scale school management software to small schools, is being piloted in 8 schools outside Cape Town, in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Twine was selected specifically to help bring Edsby to individual schools within the large province of 1.2 million students. Principals and educators in the pilot expressed excitement during their … Read More
Helping teachers find great English/Language Arts websites
Looking for the best English/Language Arts websites for your teachers and students? At Twine, we understand that your teachers’ time is one of your school’s most valuable resources and we are here to help. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the Best ELA Websites for Teachers. In this list, you’ll find the best free resources on the web for … Read More
New Twine Features for Fall 2019
Our 2019-2020 update includes a range of new features & enhancements.
Helping teachers find great social studies websites
Looking for the best social studies websites for your teachers and students? At Twine, we understand that your teachers’ time is one of your school’s most valuable resources and we are here to help. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the Best Social Studies Websites for Teachers. In this list, you’ll find the best free resources on the web … Read More
4 tips to help with teacher recruitment
As we end this year and start thinking about next year, it is time for those of you planning to open your new schools next year to start recruiting and hiring teachers. In many schools, this is the time where final evaluations are taking place and contract extensions for next year and being offered. In order to find well-qualified teachers … Read More
Helping teachers find great science websites
Looking for the best science websites for your teachers and students? At Twine, we understand that your teachers’ time is one of your school’s most valuable resources and we are here to help. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the Best Science Websites for Teachers. In this list, you’ll find the best free resources on the web for science … Read More