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Matt Homrich-Knieling

Writer and Educator

Matt Homrich-Knieling is a writer, educator, and parent based in Detroit. He has over seven years of experience as a middle school ELA and writing teacher. Additionally, Matt served as an ELA department lead for three years and served as a mentor to beginning teachers. Currently, Matt is a stay-at-home parent with his two spirited babies.

Matt Homrich-Knieling September 6, 2024

Implementing a High-Quality Curriculum

Implementing a new high-quality curriculum takes significant planning and consideration. Read this article for strategies and resources to roll-out with fidelity....
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Matt Homrich-Knieling September 25, 2024

Sunday Scaries: Lesson Plans & Strategies for October

Explore these lesson plans for October featuring resources for Autumn, Indigenous Peoples Day, World Mental Health Day, and Halloween!...
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Matt Homrich-Knieling September 1, 2024

Sunday Scaries September: Lesson Plans & Strategies for September

Explore these lesson plans for September featuring resources for back-to-school, September 11th Commemoration, Hispanic Heritage Month activities, and more!...
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Matt Homrich-Knieling May 31, 2024

Sunday Scaries June: Lesson Plans & Strategies for June

Explore these lesson plans for June featuring resources for Father's Day, Juneteenth, fun end-of-year activities, and more!...
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May Lesson Plans
Matt Homrich-Knieling May 3, 2024

Sunday Scaries May: Lesson Plans & Strategies for May

Explore this lesson plans list featuring resources relating to Mother's Day, Memorial Day, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and more in May!...
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Two teachers engaged in a discussion on innovative recruitment strategies for K-12 Principals
Matt Homrich-Knieling April 22, 2024

Innovative Recruitment Strategies for K-12 Principals

Gain insights into innovative recruitment strategies to attract and retain high-quality teachers who will help your school thrive....
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Happy student smiling at a desk in a classroom full of engaged students
Matt Homrich-Knieling September 4, 2024

School Improvement is Possible with HQPL

How can CSI or TSI schools work towards higher outcomes? In this article, learn about the connection between school improvement and HQPL....
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Smiling teacher during teacher appreciation week. Text overlay reads: 'The Best Way to Show Teacher Appreciation is Through Personalized Professional Development'
Matt Homrich-Knieling April 1, 2024

The Best Way to Show Teacher Appreciation is Through Personalized Professional Development

In addition to Teacher Appreciation Week, see how you approach personalized professional development to support teachers year-round....
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Matt Homrich-Knieling March 28, 2024

Free Lesson Plans and Teaching Strategies for April

Explore this list of lesson plans and strategies relating to National Wildlife Week, Earth Day, and National Poetry Month, and more in April!...
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Students collaborate around a laptop in a blended learning classroom
Matt Homrich-Knieling March 14, 2024

The Blended Learning Classroom

The Blended Learning Classroom is one in which technology is integrated to create personalized learning experiences for students. Here are some tips and strategies to get started!...
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free k-12 lesson plans and teaching strategies to use in march
Matt Homrich-Knieling February 28, 2024

Free K-12 Lesson Plans & Teaching Strategies for March

Explore this lesson plans list featuring resources relating to World Teen Mental Wellness Day, International Women’s Day, and more in March!...
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A teacher reading a book to students in a library, with text overlay highlighting how AI can enhance productivity for teachers and principals
Matt Homrich-Knieling February 13, 2024

How AI Can Help Teachers and Principals Be More Productive

How can teachers and principals use AI to be more productive in the classroom? Discover tips and tricks for creating efficiencies....
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