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Be GLAD Conference 2026

Introduction to Be GLAD: Proven Strategies for Academic Success 

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Upcoming Free Webinar for Educators - April 16

For the first time, Marcia Brechtel and Linnea Haley share their stories and how they created Project GLAD. We are honored to continue their legacy, spreading GLAD to educators around the world. As the only organization officially endorsed by Marcia Brechtel and Linnea Haley, our mission is to help the world Be GLAD.

Meet Project GLAD Co-Creators Marcia Brechtel & Linnea Haley!

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If you’ve ever watched a student confidently give an answer but weren’t quite sure they understood how they got there, you’re not alone. Too often in classrooms, we celebrate the right answer instead of celebrating the thinking that led there.
That’s where metacognition comes in — helping students think about their thinking.

At Be GLAD, we believe learning should be visible, intentional, and meaningful. Metacognition does exactly that. When students understand the process of how they arrived at an answer, they become stronger, more independent, and more confident learners.

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Metacognition Matters: The Classroom Strategy That Transforms Student Thinking

Women’s History Month is more than a date on the calendar - it is a powerful opportunity to honor voices, elevate identity, and help students see strength, courage, leadership, creativity, and brilliance reflected in history…and in themselves. Here are five meaningful, engaging, and student-centered ways to celebrate Women’s History Month in real classrooms (with strategies you can actually use!).

5 Meaningful Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month

Every teacher knows the importance of assessment—but how do we get students more involved in the assessment process? One engaging answer is the Graffiti Wall strategy.

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Get Students Involved in Assessment with the Graffiti Wall

Poetry has the power to spark imagination, build fluency, and make language come alive for students. When we integrate poetry into centers and games, it becomes more than just reading—it becomes an interactive experience that helps students practice literacy skills in fun and meaningful ways.

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Bringing Poetry to Life in the Classroom

Want to learn a great way to get students curious and excited about what you’ll be studying? Try out the Anticipation Reaction Guide.

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Spark Curiosity with the Anticipation Reaction Guide

Are you grappling with the constant challenge of managing your students in the classroom? You’re not alone. Many educators look for strategies that not only help with classroom management but also build student confidence and autonomy. One simple yet powerful tool that does just that is using student scouts.