The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) has a long and complex history in the United States, reflecting the nation's evolving stance on gender equality.  First proposed in 1923 by suffragist Alice Paul, the...

In 1915, Cadillac released one of the most iconic advertisements in marketing history, "The Penalty of Leadership." Although the ad never mentioned Cadillac or its cars, it struck a chord with readers...

Directors of Activities wear many hats, from event planning to student engagement, while fostering a positive school culture. It’s a role that requires creativity, empathy, and leadership. If you’re...

In a world where leadership is no longer just about title or authority but influence and service, students of leadership must turn to timeless resources for guidance and inspiration. The following ten...

As an avid reader once graduating from high school, Ernest Hemingway became one of my favorites of all time.  The "Lost Generation" of authors had quite a bit to say about their society in the 1920's,...

By Corissa Stobing, Associate Principal Before Winter Break, San Leandro High staff launched a unique and exciting initiative: Secret Staff Spirit Week! Designed to engage students and model a vibrant...

As the Lead Activities Director in the Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD), one of my primary goals is to establish systems that ensure consistency across all 20 schools. This way, if a new advisor...

As a U.S. history teacher and student government advisor, reflecting on the life of Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 100, offers profound lessons in leadership that resonate far beyond his presidency....

Since the advent of the VCR, the DVD and now Streaming, movies have entertained us, and have been a nice distraction from our day to day lives (and they were a great sub plan).  However, movies are more...

Phone-Free School Act The conversation around smartphones and their impact on student learning and mental health is evolving rapidly. On September 23, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly...

The 2024 FCMAT Associated Student Body (ASB) Manual includes several important updates compared to the 2015 ASB Manual. These updates reflect changes in laws, regulations, and best practices for managing...

When I began my teaching journey, I found myself in uncharted waters. Assigned to teach Psychology without a textbook, I relied on my background as a Social Science major and a handful of college courses....