Collins Blog

This month, we are thrilled to highlight the work of teachers and administrators at Friendship Charter School's Ideal Academy in Washington, DC. In talking with Yvonne Tackie, an instructional specialist and ELA leader, we heard about the changes the school made to support implementing new writing habits; most important were the benefits that the Five Types of Writing brought to her school. Ms. Tackie commended the Collins Writing Program for providing a common language and f

This month we have been inspired by lessons we took from recent work with CTE (Career and Technical Education) staff and students. We routinely demonstrate lessons for teachers and students in our schools, and CTE areas are no different.