The Magic of Storytelling in the Classroom
Give a child a puppet and a stage, and the curriculum comes alive—Sherwood’s story-driven classes prove that once students “become” the characters, facts, feelings, and confidence all flourish together....
How Teachers Build Safe and Supportive Classrooms
Trust isn’t magic—it’s built when teachers greet by name, listen without judgment, and replace punishment with calm guidance; do these small things daily and learning blossoms automatically....
The Transformative Role of Teachers in Shaping Student Communication
By simply listening well and speaking with kindness, Sherwood High teachers give students permission to risk, revise, and rise—proving that the quietest child can become a compelling communicator when guided with patience and respect....
The Power of Rest: How Sleep Strengthens Teen Learning and Well-Being
Well-rested teens remember more, feel calmer, and earn better grades—yet most get only 6–7 h of sleep. Sherwood High shows how honoring the biological need for 9–10 h of nightly rest turns exhausted students...