Newsletter Articles by Area of Representation

Articles of the Nazarene Educators Worldwide Newsletter—the NEW By Area of Responsibility and/or Interest

2021→2017

(Revised 4-22-21)

Public School and General Interest

2021

  • Exciting Opportunities for Nazarene Educators Worldwide—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Chairperson, and Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Jan-Feb 2021)
  • Saved from a Fire and Serving the Lord—by Lance Howard, College/University Rep.(Jan-Feb 2021
  • How Did I End up Here? —by Marilyn J. Dominick, Chairperson (Jan-Feb 2021)
  • Wherever I Go, Whatever the Curriculum, God Is There –by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep.(Jan-Feb 2021)
  • Hope—for 2021—by Wes Eby, Global Representative (March 2021)
  • Who Had It Easiest During Covid-19? –Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (March 2021)
  • I Didn’t Understand It at the Time—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Apr 2021)
  • A Student You Will Never Forget—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (Apr 2021)
  • The Strength of Gentleness—by Mark Taylor, Christian School and College/University Rep. (April 2021)
  • Sustained, Silent Reading—with Twists—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Apr 2021)
  • Have You Tried Assistive Technology? –by Mark Taylor, Christian School and College/University Rep. (May 2021)
  • How Should We Assess Student Learning This Year? –by Marilyn J. Dominick, Chairperson (May 2021)
  • The U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance to States on Assessing Student Learning—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (May 2021)
  • End of the Year Tests—a Time to be RELAXED and Celebrate! –by Jan Wilton, Public School and Homeschool Rep. (May 2021)
  • Social Distancing in Schools—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (May 2021)
  • Taking a Tour of a Great Resource—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (June 2021)
  • The Road Back to Normal—“Accentuate the Positive”—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. ( June 2021)
  • Who Will You Be When You Return to School this Fall?—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Chair and Public-School Rep. (July 2021)
  • What Will Teachers Do During the Summer?—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (July 2021)
  • Refresh, Research, and Renew—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (July 2021)
  • Intergenerational Learning—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool and Public-School Rep. (July 2021)
  • Just Do It! (Membership)—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Chair, and Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (August 2021)
  • Practical Education—Beginning a Business—by Phil and Becky Ramsey, Christian School and Public- School Rep. (August 2021)
  • The Best Benefits of Teaching—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool and Public -School Rep. ( August 2021)
  • God Has It All in His Hands—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Sept. 2021)
  • September 2021—How Will Our Schools Be Different?—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Chair and Public -School Rep. (Sept. 2021)
  • My Favorite Teachers—a Tribute to Dr. Homer J. Adams –by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Sept. 2021)

2020

  • Second Only to Parenting, Teaching Is the Most Important Job in the World—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair and Public-School Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • My Story—from West Virginia to Missouri—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • Living the Word in the World—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • My Educational Calling—by Lance Howard, Co-Chair and College/University Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • Nazarene Christian Academy in Crowley, Texas Celebrating 35 Years—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • From Retail to Potty Training to Director—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Learning Center Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • NEW Needs YOU! What Do You Need from NEW?—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair and Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Mar-Apr 2020)
  • Lessons Learned as an ESL Teacher—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Mar-Apr 2020)
  • My Experience in an Egyptian Preschool—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Mar-Apr 2020)
  • A Teddy Bear Teaches a Lesson About God’s Love—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (May 2020)
  • Through and Beyond COVID-19—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep (May 2020)
  • Lessons Learned as an ESL Teacher—Part 2—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (May 2020)
  • How Do We Know They are Learning?—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair and Public-School Rep. (June 2020)
  • Secrets to Establishing a Positive Teacher/Supervisor Relationship—Wes Eby, Global Rep. (June 2020)
  • Teaching ESL Impacts Lives in a Local Church: The Journey Continues—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (June 2020)
  • A Teacher’s Relationship with an Administrator: A Look at Both Sides—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (June 2020)
  • The Positives in the Pandemic—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (July 2020)
  • ESL—A Ministry That Connects—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (July 2020)
  • Take Care of Yourself—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (July 2020)
  • Saying “Happy Summer” in a Fun Way—Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Aug 2020)
  • A Reflection on Being an Educator During COVID-19—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair (Aug 2020)
  • School District Honors Respected Nazarene Educator Jean O’Dell—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Aug 2020)
  • God Is Always on Time—by Dr. Greg Clark, Superintendent of North County Christian School in St. Louis, MO (Aug 2020)
  • Should We Return to School?—Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair and Public-School Rep. (Sept 2020)
  • Starting School the AWE Way!—by Wes Eby, Global Rep (Sept 2020)
  • Just Passing Through—Charity Shonamon, Guest Writer (Sept 2020)
  • Are You Ready for This School Year?—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Sept 2020)
  • What Is Your Perspective?—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair and Public-School Rep. (Oct 2020)
  • Can a Science Teacher Become a Missionary?—by Nicole Almeida from Eurasia Region Newsletter (Oct 2020)
  • Tiptoeing Through the Politics of 2020—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Oct 2020)
  • I Miss That 7:45 Bell!—by Susan Whitmire, Public School Teacher and Guest Writer (Oct 2020)
  • What Can We Do for Each Other?—Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair and Public-School Rep. (Nov 2020)
  • ANCS—NIEA—NEW the History and the Future—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Nov 2020)
  • Why Should You, as a Christian, Vote?—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Nov 2020)
  • Faces Behind the Mask—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Nov 2020)
  • Nazarene Schools Survive Massive Explosion—Nazarene Prayer Mobilization Line (Nov 2020)
  • Michelle Murphy’s Wi-fi on Wheels—by Christine Spicer, Editor of Viewpoint magazine at Point Loma Nazarene University (Nov 2020)
  • God Brings the Unexpected—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Dec 2020)
  • It Took a Journey to Learn a Lesson—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Dec. 2020)
  • Me! Teach in a Christian School?—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Dec. 2020)
  • The Secret of a Closed Door—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Dec 2020)
  • God Always Has a Plan—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Learning Center Rep. (Dec 2020)

2019

  • Teach Children to Lead—by Tracy Gosnell, Homeschool Rep. (Jan 2019)
  • Catch the Sparks in Students’ Eyes—by Cindy Alsip, Public School Guest Writer (Jan 2019)
  • Partnership with Parents—by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Jan 2019)
  • Reclaiming Childhood—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Jan 2019)
  • LEKSs Part 2—Integration of LEKS Across Content Areas—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Jan 2019)
  • Our Reach or Our Limited Scope? —by Nancy Quinones, Guest Writer (Jan 2019)
  • Would You Like to Write an Article for This Newsletter? —by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Feb 2019)
  • Teach Your Children to Follow Directions Successfully—by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Feb 2019)
  • Guiding the Gifted Student—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Feb 2019)
  • Redemption and Restoration—by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Feb 2019)
  • Shaping the Future—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Feb 2019)
  • We Are Diversely One—Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Feb 2019)
  • Mid-Year Reality Check About Discipline—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Mar 2019)
  • A Prayer for Mutual Respect and Protection—by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Mar 2019)
  • God Bless Teachers—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Mar 2019)
  • March and Pi—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Mar 2019)
  • Learning to Wait—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (Mar 2019)
  • Soaring for Success with Standardized Tests—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep.

(Apr 2019)

  • God Intervenes in a Little Boy’s Life—by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Apr 2019)
  • Teaching with Higher-Order Thinking Skills—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Apr 2019)
  • Let’s Teach Our Students to Assess Their Own Writing Pieces—by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Apr 2019)
  • Teachers Under Construction—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Apr 2019)
  • MK School in Papua New Guinea Highlands—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Apr 2019)
  • Lessons Learned as a New Teacher—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (May 2019)
  • Finishing Strong—by Becky Ramsey, Christian School Rep. (May 2019)
  • Learning to Teach in Southern Ohio—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (May 2019)
  • Oh, the Things a Two-Year-Old Can Teach You—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (May 2019)
  • Summer House Cleaning—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (June 2019)
  • Refresh, Research, and Renew—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (June 2019)
  • Spotlight on North County Christian School—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (June 2019)
  • Congratulations, Michael Redding! –by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (July 2019)
  • Painting, Having Fun, Learning—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (July 2019)(
  • Two Great Teachers—Two Writing Mentors—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (June 2019)
  • I Love to Read Books—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (July 2019)
  • You Must Read This Book! –by Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair and Public-School Rep. (July 2019)
  • Homework Suggestions in 2015, Homework in 2019-20—by Lance Howard, Public School Rep. and Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Aug 2019)
  • Get Ready, Get Set, Go! –by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Aug 2019)
  • What Are Inclusive Playgrounds? –by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Aug 2019)
  • Why Do You Teach? by Dr. David Arnold, Guest Writer (Sept 2019
  • The Ultimate Teacher—by Dr. Mark Taylor, College/University Rep.(Sept 2019)
  • “Special” Days Promote Language and Concept Development—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Sept 2019)
  • When Left Is Right—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Sept 2019)
  • Unexpected Opportunities by Cindy Alsip, Guest Writer (Oct 2019)
  • Keep Planting Those Seeds by Beth Denhart, Christian School Rep. (Oct 2019)
  • Because a Teacher Cared, Dr. Janyne A. McConnaughey, Guest Writer (Oct 2019)
  • Becoming Salt and Light, by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Oct 2019)
  • He Found His Faith Again by Beth Denhart, Christian School Rep. (Oct 2019)
  • NEW Honors Janice Vargas, Harvest Elementary School Principal by Mike Bledsoe (Submitted by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (Nov 2019)
  • Seasons of Teaching by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep.(Nov 2019)
  • Africa Nazarene University Prepares Educators to Transform the World– by Daryll Stanton, Guest Writer, (Submitted by Wes Eby, Global Rep.) (Nov. 2019)
  • Preparing Students for Standardized Assessments All Year Long—by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair and Public-School Rep. (Nov 2019)
  • A Calling and a Choice—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Dec 2019)
  • Family, Christmas, Missions—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Dec 2019)
  • Changes Can Be Good—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (Dec 2019)

2018

  • Prayer for My Class–by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Jan 2018)
  • Preparing for Parent/Teacher Conferences—Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (Jan 2018)
  • Educators Need to Dialogue About Race, Ethnicity, Equity, and Justice—by Nancy Quinones, College/University Rep. (Jan 2018)
  • Nazarene Educators Worldwide Council Meets in Kansas City—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair (Jan 2021)
  • Nazarene Educator (Cindy Alsip) Honored by Local School District—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Feb 2018)
  • Building a Three-Legged Stool, by Kathy Lewis, Guest Writer (Feb 2018)
  • Assessment for Assessment Sake or for Improving Environment—by Becky Ramey, Public School Rep. (Feb 2018)
  • Keep Planting Those Seeds—by Beth Denhart, Christian Schools Rep. (Mar 2018)
  • Autism in YOUR Classroom—by Marilyn J. Dominick, Co-Chair (Mar 2018)
  • Because a Teacher Cared—by Janyne McConaughey, Guest Writer (Mar 2018)
  • Prayerful Preparation for Teaching—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (Mar 2018)
  • Unexpected Opportunities– by Cindy Alsip, Guest Writer (Apr 2018)
  • Differentiation Can Make a Difference—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Apr 2018)
  • Triggers: Providing Emotional Safety in the Classroom by Janyne McConnaughey, Guest Writer (Apr 2018)
  • A Teacher’s Valuable Resource—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (May 2018)
  • How Do You Conduct a Family Altar? –by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (May 2018)
  • He Found His Faith Again—by Beth Denhart, Christian School Rep. (May 2018)
  • The Classroom Through the Lens of Trauma—by Janine McConnaughey, Guest Writer (May 2018)
  • Teach Children to Make Good Choices—Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (June 2018)
  • Take Time to Listen—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (June 2018)
  • What Are Professional Learning Communities and Can They Have an Impact on My School? —by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (July-Aug 2018)
  • Tips for the Beginning of a School Year—Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep.(July-Aug 2018)
  • Create Something Fresh for the New Year—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (July-Aug 2018)
  • Good Reasons to Call Parents—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Sept 2018)
  • Ten Things I Need at School—Janyne McConnaughey, Guest Writer (Sept 2018)
  • Incorporate Humor in Your Classroom—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Sept 2018)
  • Is Recess Just Play? —by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Sept 2018)
  • Take Care of Yourself—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (Sept 2018)
  • Who Am I? —by Nancy Quinones, Guest Writer (Oct 2018)
  • Putting the Principles into Practice—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Oct 2018)
  • Did the Principal Come into Your Room Today? —by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Oct 2018)
  • Nazarene Educators Worldwide at 2018 SDMI Leadership Conference—by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Oct 2018)
  • Taming the Middle-School Anxiety Beast—by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Nov 2018)
  • Learning to Fight Spiritual Oppression—by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (Nov 2018)
  • Fun Ways to Help Children Become Good Readers—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Dec 2018)
  • Hold on Tight, the Sugar Plums Will Soon Dance in Your Heads—by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Dec 2018)
  • Overcoming Storms in the Classroom—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Dec 2018)

2017

  • Nazarene Educators Need Your Help—Lance Howard, Chair (Jan 2017)
  • What’s Not to Love About Rubrics? —by Marilyn Dominick, Retired School Administrator (Jan 2017)
  • Nazarene Educators Need Your Help—Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Mar 2017)
  • Classroom Observations—by Lance Howard, Co-Chair (Mar 2017)
  • Join NEW Educators in Indianapolis—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Apr 2017)
  • What Did You Say? What Do You Mean? —by Marilyn Dominick, Retired Public School Educator (Apr 2017)
  • Can Technology and Business Transform Education? by Lance Howard, Chair (Apri2017)
  • Current Membership Needed to Vote for NEW Council for 2017-2021–Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (May 2017)
  • A Leadership Rubric—by Marilyn Dominick, Retired Public School Rep. (May 2017)
  • NEW Will Be Looking for You in Indianapolis–Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (May and June 2017)
  • 2017-2021 Nazarene Educators Worldwide Council (June 2017)
  • Meet the NEW Council for 2017-2021 (June 2017)
  • Adding to a Teacher’s Bag of Tricks—By Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (July-Aug 2017)
  • What Can Christian Teachers Say or Do in the Public- School Classroom? —by Yolanda McHodgkins, Public School Rep. (Sept 2017)
  • NEW Council Member Goes to Washington, D.C.—by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Oct 2017)
  • News About Storms and Our Nazarene Schools—by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (Oct 2017)
  • Terms and Questions Galore—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Representative Rep. (Oct 2017)
  • The Very Real Challenge of Managing Behavior in the Classroom—by Marilyn Dominick, Co-Chair (Nov 2017)
  • Reasons Today’s Kids Are Bored at School, Feel Entitled, Have Little Patience and Few Real Friends—by Victoria Prooday, submitted by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Nov 2017)
  • A Nazarene University in Southern Africa Is a Pioneer in Education—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Dec 2017)
  • The Need to Read—by Becky Ramsey, Public School Rep. (Dec 2017)

Preschool/Early Childhood

2021

  • Squeals, Squirming, and Surprises—by Midge Simpson Farr, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Jan-Feb 2021)
  • New Ways to Direct a Preschool—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool and Early Childhood Rep. (March 2021)
  • Oh, the Things We Can Learn from a Child—Melodee Simmons, Preschool and Early Childhood Rep. (April 2021)
  • What Is “Normal” Now?—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (June 2021)
  • What Will You Do with the New School Year?—by Melodee Simmons , Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (August 2021)

2020

  • From Retail to Potty Training to Director—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Learning Center Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • Discipline for Preschoolers—an Overview—by Donita Lewis, Preschool Director and Guest Writer (Mar-Apr 2020)
  • Remembering — God Is Still in Control—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool and Early Learning Center Rep. (May 2020)
  • Kids with Problems, Not Problem Kids—by Midge Simpson, Preschool/Early Childhood Learning Center Rep. (July 2020)
  • Changes, Changes, Changes!—Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Learning Center Rep. (Sept 2020)
  • Not All Queens Wear Crowns—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Learning Center Rep. (Oct 2020)
  • God Always Has a Plan—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Learning Center Rep. (Dec 2020)

2019

  • Teach Your Children to Follow Directions Successfully—by Deb Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Feb 2019)
  • God Bless Teachers—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Mar 2019)
  • God Intervenes in a Little Boy’s Life—by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Apr 2019)
  • Teachers Under Construction—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Apr 2019)
  • Oh, the Things a Two-Year-Old Can Teach You—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (May 2019)
  • Oh, the Changes I Have Seen—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (June 2019)
  • The Children I Have Taught—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (July 2019)
  • A New School Year—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Aug 2019)
  • The First Day of School—by Dr. Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. Sept 2019)
  • The Perfect Class by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Centers Rep. (Nov 2019)
  • God Sent a Four-Legged Angel—by Midge Simpson Farr, Preschool/Early Childhood Center Rep. (Dec 2019)

2018

  • A Solution for One Child’s Misbehavior—by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Jan 2018
  • Praying Scripture for Our Children—by Midge Simpson, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Jan 2018)
  • “I Didn’t Get It Out!”—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Feb 2018)
  • Creating a Positive Learning Environment—by Midge Simpson, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Mar 2018)
  • I Wish I Had This Book . . .– by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Apr 2018)
  • How Do You Conduct a Family Altar? —by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep.

(May 2018)

  • What Does It Mean to Serve? —by Deborah Hallman, Preschool/Early Childhood Writer (May 2018)
  • A Child Who Is Difficult to Love—by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (July-Aug 2018)
  • Kids with Problems, Not Problem Kids—by Midge Simpson, Preschool/ Early Childhood Rep. (July-Aug 2018)
  • Risk Management on the Playground—by Deb Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Sept 2018)
  • Loving Kids Everywhere—by Midge Simpson, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Oct 2018)
  • Children Learn by Playing—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Guest Writer (Nov 2018)
  • Keeping Balance in Your Life—by Midge Simpson, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Dec 2018)

2017

  • Local Celebrations—by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Learning Center Rep. (Jan 2017)
  • Not All Queens Wear Crowns—by Melodee, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (May 2017)
  • Syrian Refugee Child Learns About God—by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (July-Aug 2017)
  • Brett the Bear Visits—by Midge Simpson, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Sept 2017)
  • NEW Council Member Goes to Washington, D.C.—by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Oct 2017)
  • Learning with Letter Vests—by Midge Simpson, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Nov 2017)
  • Connecting Biblical Truth to Children’s Daily Experiences—by Deborah Hughes, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Dec 2017)
  • What Do You Do? —by Melodee Simmons, Preschool/Early Childhood Rep. (Dec 2017)

Christian School

2021

  • Christian Education Can Be a Bargain for More American Families—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Mar 2021)
  • The Strength of Gentleness—by Mark Taylor, Christian School and College/University Rep. (April 2021)
  • Making the Most of the Minutes—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Apr 2021)
  • Have You Tried Assistive Technology? –by Mark Taylor, Christian School and College/University Rep. (May 2021)
  • End of the Year Tests—a Time to be RELAXED and Celebrate! –by Jan Wilton, Public and Christian School and Homeschool Rep. (May 2021)
  • How to Move Forward in the Search of Scholarships for College—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (June 2021)
  • Hearing the Voice—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (July 2021)

2020

  • Nazarene Christian Academy in Crowley, Texas, Celebrating 35 Years—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • Private Education—More Affordable Than You Think—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Mar-April 2020)
  • A Prayer for Guidance from a School Administrator—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (May 2020)
  • COVID-19, Little Johnny, and the Relationship Connection—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (June 2020)
  • God Is Always on Time—by Dr. Greg Clark, Superintendent of North County Christian School in St. Louis, MO (Aug 2020)
  • Just Passing Through—Charity Shonamon, Guest Writer (Sept 2020)
  • Ways to Reduce Stress This Fall—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Sept 2020)
  • It Took a Journey to Learn a Lesson—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Dec. 2020)
  • Me! Teach in a Christian School?—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Dec 2020)

2019

  • Finishing Strong—by Becky Ramsey, Christian School/Public School Rep. (May 2019)
  • Spotlight on North County Christian School—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (June 2019)
  • Shaping the Future—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (July 2019)
  • Keep Planting Those Seeds by Beth Denhart, Christian School Rep. (Oct 2019)
  • He Found His Faith Again by Beth Denhart, Christian School Rep. (Oct 2019)
  • Confessions of One Who Strives for Excellence– by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Nov 2019)
  • The Maestro—by Nancy Shonamon, Christian School Rep. (Dec 2019)

2018

  • Keep Planting Those Seeds—by Beth Denhart, Christian Schools Rep.(Mar 2018)
  • He Found His Faith Again—by Beth Denhart, Christian School Rep. (May 2018)

2017

  • A Teacher Loves . . . –by Becky Ramsey, Christian School Rep. (Mar 2017)
  • Under the Surface—by Becky Ramsey, Christian School Rep. (Apr 2017)
  • What Resources Do You Need This Year? —by Joe Davis, Christian Schools Rep. (July-Aug 2017)
  • Like Their Teacher—by Beth Denhart, Christian School Rep. (Sept 2017)
  • Creating a “Good Samaritan Culture” in our Students—by Joe Davis, Christian School Rep. (Oct 2017)
  • Christian Student Leadership in the Age of the Millennial Individual—by Joe Davis, Christian School Rep. (Dec 2017)

Homeschool

2021

  • Called to Teach, Reach, and Serve—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Jan-Feb 2021)
  • Christmas Dinosaurs in a Topsy-Turvy 2020—by Nancy Hale, Homeschooling Parent and Guest Writer (Mar 2021)
  • Does Happiness Require a Different Type of Learning? –by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Mar 2021)
  • End of the Year Tests—A Time to Be RELAXED and Celebrate! –Jan Wilton, Public School and Homeschool Rep. (May 2021)
  • Getting Back to Normal? Go Outside and Play!—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (July 2021)
  • Get on the Road to Reading—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Sept. 2021)
  • Take a Fresh Look at Debating—by Janine Wilkins, former Homeschool Rep. (Sept. 2021)

2020

  • Being Resilient as a Homeschooling Parent—Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (May 2020)
  • Hands-on Homeschool—Let’s Get Messy!—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Oct. 2020)

2019

  • Teach Children to Lead—by Tracy Gosnell, Homeschool Rep. (Jan 2019)
  • Reclaiming Childhood—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Jan 2019)
  • We Are Diversely One—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Feb 2019)
  • Can I Teach the Bible? —by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Mar 2019)
  • I Wonder . . .—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (May 2019)
  • Intergenerational Learning—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (June 2019)
  • Promoting Creativity in a Non-Creative World—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Sept 2019)
  • Building His Kingdom by Reaching His Kids, by Jan Wilton, Homeschooling Rep. (Oct 2019)

2018

  • A Team Approach to Learning—by Tracy Gosnell, Homeschool Rep. (Jan 2018)
  • Making a Difference in a Child’s Perspective of the World—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Feb 2018)
  • Put Some SPARK in Your Life—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Mar 2018)
  • Just a Few More Minutes Please —by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Apr 2018)
  • Why Should a Parent Homeschool? —by Beula Postlewait, Communications Rep. (May 2018)
  • Homeschooling Families, Back to School with a Fresh Start—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Sept 2018)
  • Why Should a Parent Homeschool? —by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Oct 2018)
  • Walk and Learn—by Janine Wilkins, Homeschool guest writer (Nov 2018)
  • Young Inquiring Minds Just Want to Know—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Dec 2018)

2017

  • When I Play, I Learn—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Jan 2017)
  • Homeschool Family Vacation—A Time to Play and Learn—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (May 2017)
  • When Life Gives You Water–Build a Boat—by Tracy Gosnell, Homeschool Rep. (June 2017)
  • Building His Kingdom, Reaching His Kids—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (July-Aug 2017)
  • Are You Prepared? –by Tracy Gosnell, Homeschool Rep. (Sept 2017)
  • Hands-On Homeschool—Let’s Get Messy—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Nov 2017)
  • Savoring or Regretting Things I Wish I Could Do Over—by Jan Wilton, Homeschool Rep. (Dec 2017)

College/University

2021

  • Saved from a Fire and Serving the Lord—by Lance Howard, College/University Rep. (Jan-Feb 2021)
  • The Strength of Gentleness—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Apr 2021)
  • Have You Tried Assistive Technology? –by Mark Taylor, Christian School and College/University Rep. (May 2021)
  • How to Move Forward in the Search of Scholarships for College—by Nancy Shonamon , Christian School Rep. (June 2021)
  • What Will Teachers Do During the Summer?—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (July 2021)

2020

  • My Story—from West Virginia to Missouri—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • My Educational Calling—by Lance Howard, Co-Chair and College/University Rep. (Jan-Feb 2020)
  • Through and Beyond COVID-19—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (May 2020)
  • A Teacher’s Relationship with an Administrator: A Look at Both Sides—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (June 2020)
  • Why Should You, as a Christian, Vote? –by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Nov 2020)
  • Me! Teach in a Christian School? –by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Dec 2020)

2019

  • March and Pi—by Mark Taylor College/University Rep. (Mar 2019)
  • Spotlight on North County Christian School—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (June 2019)
  • The Ultimate Teacher—by Dr. Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Sept 2019)
  • The First Day of School—by Dr. Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Sept 2019)
  • Preparing Future Teachers—by Lance Kilpatrick, College/University Rep. (Dec 2019)

2018

  • Educators Need to Dialogue About Race, Ethnicity, Equity, and Justice—by Nancy Quinones, College/University Guest Writer (Jan 2018)
  • Anxiety in 2018? —by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Feb 2018)
  • March Madness and Spring Break—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Apr 2018)
  • Graduation Thoughts—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (June 2018)
  • Where Will You Connect This Fall? —by Mark Taylor, College /University Rep. (July-Aug 2018)
  • Give Thanks—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Nov 2018)
  • The Last Straw—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Dec 2018)

2017

  • Tips for a Successful College School Year—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (July-Aug 2017)
  • Disasters Bring Opportunities to Help Others—by Mark Taylor, College/University Rep. (Oct 2017)
  • Reasons Today’s Kids Are Bored at School, Feel Entitled, Have Little Patience and Few Real Friends—by Victoria Prooday, submitted by Mark Taylor (Nov 2017)

Global

2021

  • Hope—for 2021—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Mar 2021)
  • Sustained, Silent Reading—with Twists—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Apr 2021)
  • The Road Back to Normal—“Accentuate the Positive”—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (June 2021)
  • MK School in Papua, New Guinea Offers Teaching Opportunity—by David Howard, Guest Writer (July 2021)
  • 36 on 36th—by Janet Wilkins for Round the Region, newsletter for the Asia-Pacific Region, reprint (Sept. 2021)

2020

  • Lessons Learned as an ESL Teacher—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Mar-Apr 2020)
  • Lessons Learned as an ESL Teacher—Part 2—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (May 2020)
  • Secrets to Establishing a Positive Teacher/Supervisor Relationship—Wes Eby, Global Rep. (June 2020)
  • Teaching ESL Impacts Lives in a Local Church: The Journey Continues—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (June 2020)
  • ESL—A Ministry That Connects—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (July 2020)
  • NTC—Manchester Students Serve Neighbors Affected by the Pandemic—Eurasia Region Newsletter (July 2020)
  • School District Honors Respected Nazarene Educator Jean O’Dell—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Aug 2020)
  • Starting School the AWE Way! —by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Sept 2020)
  • Can a Science Teacher Become a Missionary?—by Nicole Almeida from Eurasia Region Newsletter (Oct 2020)
  • Tiptoeing Through the Politics of 2020—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Oct 2020)
  • Faces Behind the Masks—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Nov 2020)
  • Nazarene Schools Survive Massive Explosion—Nazarene Mobilization Line (Nov 2020)
  • God Brings the Unexpected—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Dec 2020)

2019

  • LEKSs Part 2—Integration of LEKS Across Content Areas—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Jan 2019)
  • Butcher and Saipan and Yutu—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Feb 2019)
  • MK School in Papua New Guinea Highlands—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Apr 2019)
  • Lessons Learned as a New Teacher—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (May 2019)
  • High-and-Low Lessons—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (June 2019)
  • Two Great Teachers—Two Writing Mentors—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (July 2019)
  • Lee Eby Primary School in Papua New Guinea—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Aug 2019)
  • “Special” Days Promote :Language and Concept Development—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Sept 2019)
  • Salt-and-Light Educators by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Oct 2019)
  • Africa Nazarene University Prepares Educators to Transform the World– by Daryll Stanton, Guest Writer, (Submitted by Wes Eby, Global Rep.) (Nov 2019)
  • Blessings!—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Dec 2019)

2018

  • Child Development Centers Support a Holistic Model of Education—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Feb 2018)
  • NEW’s New Logo—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Mar 2018)
  • Nazarene Higher Education in Guatemala Has Huge Impact—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Apr 2018)
  • Thailand School of Promise—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (June 2018)
  • A Vision, a Plan, a School—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (July-Aug 2018
  • SENDAS Fulfills Vision—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Oct 2018)
  • LEKS—Language Expansion Kits—by Wes Eby—Global Rep (Nov 2018)
  • There Are More Believers than You Think—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Nov 2018)
  • Community Care School in Kenya Empowers Students—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Dec 2018)

2017

  • Nazarenes Help Lesotho Village Fulfill Decades-Long Wish for a School—from NCN News (May 2017)
  • Visual Aids Increase Understanding—by Wes Eby—Global Rep. (July-Aug 2017)
  • Nazarene Churches Establish More Than 100 Schools in the DRC—Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Sept 2017)
  • A Haven of Peace, A Day in the Life of Nazarene Evangelical School—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Oct 2017)
  • A Nazarene University in Southern Africa Is a Pioneer in Education—by Wes Eby, Global Rep. (Dec 2017)