Jason Richards, Author at Minga

As every year passes technology becomes a bigger part of the school system for one main reason: It. Can. Help! There may still be resistance in some schools, but the truth of the matter is that technology usage will continue…

The 3 Basics of Online Safety

Jason Richards

Safety and Security

Students are constantly connected to the world through the internet, their phones, and technology. There is a wealth of information out there, but it’s also scary to think some students may not understand internet safety. Here are some quick lessons…

Putting Culture in Students Hands

Jason Richards

School Culture and Student Engagement

One aspect of school culture that sometimes gets overlooked is student-lead initiatives. Recognizing that not all of our students are actively engaged with the standard school groups (sports, arts, leadership), these initiatives can provide an opportunity for more of the…

RETHINK: Should Teachers be Texting Students?

Jason Richards

Safety and Security

Leadership group. The basketball team. Drama club. How do you communicate with them? It’s a struggle for staff and students to connect. Let’s just forget email – students don’t check it. With generations preferring to use differing mobile apps, the…

S-E-L in the C-L-A-S-S

Jason Richards

Extras

You’ve heard of Social Emotional Learning (SEL), but are you clear on exactly what it is and how to incorporate it into the classroom? Here are the basics of SEL and (drum roll please…) FIVE quick and easy ways to…

little Things, BIG Impact

Jason Richards

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There are a plethora of resources out there for teachers and principals – organization tools, student management tactics, teaching tips… so why more? Not more. Just the ones that you might have overlooked or forgotten. The ones that have a…

School Culture Starts With Purpose!

Jason Richards

School Culture and Student Engagement

Do you know what your “School Purpose” is? More importantly – do the teachers know? What about the students and parents? Having a unified purpose is so important I think it should always be capitalized: Purpose. It’s not just important…

Top 5 Trends Musts in Education

Jason Richards

Extras

It’s not just about the books and grades anymore. It’s about shaping the person as a whole and building a healthy and strong school community. It’s about the softer skills. But you knew that. What were recently trends have cemented…

Remind’s New Pricing Got You Down?

Jason Richards

Extras

How Much Does The Remind App Cost? Some big changes in the school communication world recently as Remind (formerly Remind101) has implemented a firm pricing strategy and has been handing out quotes to schools across the USA and Canada that…

Social Media Do’s and Don’ts

Jason Richards

Extras

I have spent the better part of my 15+ year career in digital and social media marketing. I am also a mother and a PAC member. And on top of that, I have been a student a number of times.…