Mathematics is a fundamental subject that plays a crucial role in the academic success of students. However, the decline of students’ math scores has become a pressing issue in education. Evidence of students’ struggles became a hot topic in October Read more
Launching the Career Connected High School Grant Program: Opening New Opportunities for Students The Career Connected High School Grant program was announced by U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona during the Unlocking Pathways Summit held in Auroa, Colorado on Thursday, August Read more
The shortage of teachers in K-12 education has become a pressing issue in recent years. The demand for qualified educators far outweighs the supply, resulting in teacher vacancies across the country. Several factors have contributed to shortages such as the Read more
An Opinon Editorial Written By: Isaak Aronson, SmartStart Founder/CEOJune 23, 2023 Education is a cornerstone of a civilized and thriving society. Our education system is tasked with developing, inspiring, and nurturing the minds of our future leaders, innovators and our global Read more
Katelyn Thomas is a SmartStart Education math tutor working part-time at Excel Academy at Francis M Wood High School in Baltimore, Maryland. She is an experienced classroom teacher and special educator. In addition, she is currently working to complete the requirements necessary Read more
As a society, we place a high value on education, believing that it is the key to unlocking a bright future for our children. However, the recent results of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) show that eighth graders are falling Read more
ESSER (Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) funding is a grant program established by the federal government to support K-12 schools in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program, established under the CARES Act in March 2020, was extended through Read more
Chrystal Seawood is employed as a SmartStart Education ELA tutor for 10th graders. She joined SmartStart in October 2022, because she said she wanted to get back into the classroom on a part-time basis. “As an educator, who needed a Read more
Ronika Bates began working for SmartStart Education in January 2023. Currently she is tutoring second graders at Abbottston Elementary School in Baltimore, Maryland. She has a degree in English and has been tutoring for over seven years. Background: Prior being Read more
Teachers are responsible for shaping the future generations of leaders, professionals, and citizens. Most people can name at least one teacher who impacted or helped shape their life in some way. Despite the critical role they play in society, however, Read more