Entering Middle School Middle school can be a challenging time for students. It’s a period of rapid change, from academic expectations to social pressures, and often, it’s the first time students...

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....

As the year winds down, the holiday season brings an enchanting energy that lights up our lives. This is a time for celebration, warmth, and togetherness—values that are reflected in the many events...

There are countless ways to recognize student accomplishments in junior high and high school, but not all methods create the lasting impact we hope for. While various approaches have been tried, one of...

At Fred Newhart Middle School, we have a wonderful school community with awesome teachers and staff. We also have an incredible leadership program that helps make our school a safe and welcoming place...

"This article originally appeared in The Shield, the student newspaper of Westmont High School in Campbell, CA (Area B), and was written by a student leader. As Activities Directors, we often underestimate...

Throughout my years in CADA, I've been blessed with friendships that span the state and beyond. These connections have given me the strength to continue working in student activities, offering people to...

One of my CADA heroes is J. Peter Cahn. Our story began in 1991 at my first CADA Leadership Camp when we were assigned as roommates. Like any curious newcomer, I asked Peter the inevitable question, "Who...

Yesterday, Alden and Linda Esping attended a special event at my home, marking a significant moment in our shared history. Alden, ever the charming host, immediately praised my house and continued...

"A Wish For Leaders" by Dr. Earl Reum I sincerely wish you will have the experience of thinking up a new idea, planning it, organizing it, and following it to completion, and then having it be magnificently...

Did you know that four U.S. Presidents—Franklin D. Roosevelt, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Ronald Reagan, and George W. Bush—once wore the mantle of cheerleaders in their youth? Before they led a nation,...

With activity directors, there are various levels of busy. There is homecoming level busy, semi-busy, and just plain busy. Our positions are stressful and no one really understands the kind of busy that...