Jami Witherell, M.Ed, is a second-grade teacher at Newton School, a public elementary school in Greenfield, Mass. She is also a Massachusetts Teacher of the Year 2022 semi-finalist and a seasonal professional development associate with Great Minds.
From Evidence to Impact: What Susan Neuman’s Research Teaches Us About Product, Partnership, and What Comes Next
November 5, 2025
For decades, the education field has cycled through the same core questions: What works in reading? How do we close opportunity gaps? Why do so many...
Wit & Wisdom® is a knowledge-building English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum for Grades K–8. Rooted in research and crafted to support all students,...
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Rethinking Read-Alouds: Why They Matter More Than Ever
November 3, 2025
What if one of the most powerful literacy practices was also one of the most fun? Read-alouds often get sidelined as students get older or get...
