Abstract Executive functioning encompasses a set of cognitive processes—working memory, inhibitory control, and cognitive flexibility—that enable individuals to regulate thoughts, behaviors, and emotions to achieve
STEAM education—Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics—is no longer a buzzword. It’s a necessity. In 2025, the world students are stepping into is driven
This article explores evidence-based strategies for helping K–12 students discover their passion for learning. Drawing on educational psychology and classroom research, it emphasizes the importance of autonomy, relevance, identity-affirming curriculum, teacher enthusiasm, and resilience through failure. By creating learning environments that foster student voice, real-world connection, and curiosity-driven exploration, educators can cultivate intrinsic motivation and lifelong engagement in learners.
In New York State, high-impact work-based learning (WBL) programs have emerged as vital tools for preparing students to enter the workforce early while addressing key
Music is an integral part of students’ lives across all age groups. Children and adolescents often spend hours each day listening to music, whether during
Nepotism in K–12 school systems—favoring relatives, friends, or personal acquaintances in hiring or promotion—undermines the central promise of public education: that each student is taught
