teachers

We all know that teachers are the backbone of our communities in molding and shaping our kids. But there is a serious shortage of teachers and my alma matter is switching it up a little to make sure the substitute teaching jobs are filled. They are thinking outside the box.

There is a new program that is aiming to create more teachers here in the Capital Region. It focuses on actual in-classroom student teaching for a more on-the-job learning approach. It is called Classroom Academy and it is an apprenticeship program created by the New York State United Teachers, local school districts, colleges, and Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES.

Many school districts in the Capital Region are looking to fill substitute teaching and teaching assistant positions along with school nurses. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the need is greater than ever. Here is some information on how you can land one of these jobs.

In this day and age of virtual learning, a company is offering a free internet program for students and teachers who can't afford it. There are some stipulations but if you need free Wi-Fi you may qualify.

This school year is different for everyone. Some kids will be in school, some will be learning from home and others will be doing a mix of both. No matter what you have your child doing this school year, your school supplies are going to be a bit different. Here's a look at what Ryan will need for this school year.

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) has supported front line workers throughout the pandemic and now they want to take care of educators who are heading back to school as the pandemic continues. Here's how they plan to help.

Your kids are home from school for the time being but that doesn't mean their teachers are taking a break. A local Glens Falls school has come up with a sweet idea to keep the community together while they're physically apart.

There is an app being offered for free to teachers to help them keep their classrooms and the children calm during school. Here's how to get it.

If you are a teacher, chances are you are soaking up every bit of summer and not thinking about getting back to your classroom. This week, you should do some of your shopping at Target for school because you can save a ton on stuff you will need.

Even though summer is in full swing and school seems to have just ended, teachers can save a ton in July on school supplies. Here are the details on how to take advantage of this deal.

We can never do enough for our teachers and more importantly our kids' teachers. There are many ways that local restaurants and businesses are honoring them for this entire week.

Teachers help mold and shape our children and now is our chance to nominate them to get some rest and relaxation. You can nominate a deserving teacher to win a cruise and money for their classroom, here's how.