The mission of KLRN is to open a world of lifelong learning through trustworthy and enriching programs on-air, online and in our community.
Dear Educators,
 
Welcome back, wonderful educators. We hope you had an opportunity to rest and relax.
 
It goes without saying that the past several school years have required a great deal of flexibility and resilience from students, families, and school staff members. So much that is heartbreaking has happened, and it may be difficult to find words to comfort our students. Our hearts are with the loved ones of everyone affected by the tragedy in Uvalde. This school year in particular, our students may be experiencing increased feelings of stress and anxiety, and we want to help them, as well as each other. KLRN offers a blog from late May with resources for how to talk with our families about tragedy: PBS resources to help families during challenging times.
 
Please also find excellent emotional wellness resources here: https://pbs.klrn.org/bento/downloads/learn-at-home/Emotional-Wellness-2021.pdf.
 
Additionally, here is an article with helpful advice for beginning the school year, whether your child is starting the school year at a new school or would benefit from some helpful ideas and strategies for starting the new school year in general: PBS Parents Article: How to Prepare Your Child for a New School.
 
Throughout the year, we will have an increased focus on resources for mental health and well-being including virtual discussion sessions for teachers, families, and the community. As always, we will also continue to offer teacher professional development sessions on a variety of topics.
 
Thank you for the incredible work you do for your students, their families, and the community. Please know that we are here for you and that you can reach out to us anytime at education@klrn.org.
 
With Appreciation,
KLRN Education Team
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
ELEMENTARY MATH
ELEMENTARY LANGUAGE ARTS
ELEMENTARY SOCIAL STUDIES
ELEMENTARY SCIENCE
MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH
MIDDLE SCHOOL LANGUAGE ARTS
MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE
HIGH SCHOOL MATH
HIGH SCHOOL LANGUAGE ARTS
HIGH SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES
HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE
PBS LEARNINGMEDIA
PBS LearningMedia is free and can be used by anyone, but it was designed with teachers in mind. You can use it with Schoology, the Remind app, Google classroom, and more! You can even create folders for your own reference and to share with your students, colleagues, and families. Register for a FREE PBS LearningMedia account. With this account, you can explore the trove of digital resources.
MONTHLY BLOG POSTS

With Back to School time right around the corner, KLRN shares resources and info related to youth mental health.

When scary things happen, it can be hard explaining it to someone younger. Here are some resources to help.
BRIGHT BY TEXT
KLRN offers a FREE localized opt-in text message service, Bright by Text. The project engages families from throughout KLRN’s 33-county viewing area!
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
StoryMaker is a powerful learning platform developed by PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs to build the next generation of media creators.

You can create transformative educational experiences through video journalism that inspire youth to find their voice and engage in their communities.
THE HEALTHY KIDS PROJECT

On this episode of The Healthy Kids Project, learn how to make healthy choices from A to Z.
WATT WATCHERS HIGHLIGHT

Dams control the flow of water and play an important role in the energy landscape too. In this activity, students work in groups to control the flow of water with human-made constructions. Students can complete this activity with your students using interlocking building blocks, such as LEGO®.
UPCOMING EVENTS

Join KLRN to learn how to navigate Pre-K through graduation with Go Public’s Education Timeline! This short, virtual session is open to everyone and all are welcome.

Teens, parents. teachers and caregivers, join KLRN for a virtual screening of clips from the Ken Burns documentary Hiding in Plain Sight followed by a discussion about various local mental health resources. 
UPCOMING TRAININGS
Thursday, August 11
6 - 7PM

Join KLRN to learn about science concepts that are all around us. We will explore resources from PBS Learning Media focused on science for PreK-12th grade educators.

*1 hour of continuing education credit will be awarded upon completion of the session and accompanying post survey.
Tuesday, August 16 6PM - 8PM

Join KLRN to learn about starting the school year with healthy and fun habits. We will explore lessons, activities, and easy, healthy recipe ideas. This session is geared toward Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Educators.

*2 hours of continuing education credit will be awarded upon completion of the session and accompanying post survey.