Teaching is both a science and an art, and many teachers around the world spend endless hours perfecting their professional practice. At TEDActive 2013, a few teachers from the United States offer some tricks of the trade they've learned (and continue to hone) along the way.

Amy Thornton, Principal at Callaway Middle, explains how she makes school a place where her student like to be.

Elizabeth Raeburn, Principal at Bryan County Middle/High School, shares her insight for making her students feel welcome.

Dr. Stephen Peters chats with Dr. Mark Wilson about a process for building schools of excellence for everyone and every one.

Brian Buffington, EdTech Wizard and keynote speaker, shares nuggets of goodness as he explores how you can set the vibe as a leader and intentionally crank the climate in your school.

As leaders, it's our job to create and cultivate environments that are welcoming, supportive, and safe places for our students to be. Join us to glean wisdom from Amanda Holmes, Assistant Principal of Turner Elementary School, as she addresses how to promote positive student behavior.

Dr. Mark Wilson is joined by a panel of admins as they discuss the challenges that school leaders are presented with in this post-pandemic era, covering topics like staffing, technology, motivation, student behavior, and learning targets.

Join Melinda Fonteboa, Principal of Ellijay Elementary School, as she explores inspiring and motivating others within our roles as school leaders.

Join Amanda Holmes, Assistant Principal of Turner Elementary School to learn more about how you can intentionally bring people together for meaningful work.

Brian Buffington, EdTech Wizard and keynote speaker, shares nuggets of wisdom as we dive into the topic of empowering others.

Dr. Stephen Peters chats with Dr. Baron R. Davis, a true service leader and Superintendent of Richland Two School District in Colombia, SC. Stephen and Baron talk about leading through change and staying true to mission and vision, with an emphasis on the truth that we can't do this alone.

Robert Stinson, Assistant Principal of Ridgeland High school, shares tips on celebrating success.

Colleen Jones, Principal at Ithica Elemantary School inspires us with examples of how she celebrates success in her school.

Moneak McCrary, Principal at Taylor County Middle School, inspires us with examples of how she celebrates success in her school.

Dr. Stephen Peters is joined by Nancy Gannon of FHI 360 as they discuss summer learning and reimagine what it looks like to support young people in the summer.

Amanda Holmes, Assistant Principal at Turner Elementary School shares the value of a growth mindset and the importance of self-reflection to determine if a growth mindset is truly part of our daily practice.

Join Liz Raeburn, Principal of Bryan County Middle/High School, as she shares some insightful advice on giving great feedback.

Amy Thornton, Principal of Callaway Middle School, talks about giving great feedback and asking ourselves an important question: Is this my personal preference or is the true, productive feedback?