CEA delivers high-quality professional development to improve students' written communication skills and build subject area knowledge and understanding.
06/25/2026
📚 John's Literary Lineup
Looking for a summer read that will make you think? John recommends Culpability, Co-Intelligence, and Abundance—thought-provoking books that explore AI, technology, and what the future might hold.
Not your typical beach reads, but definitely conversation starters. ☀️🤖
06/24/2026
🏰 Who's coming to Orlando?
Drop a 👋 below if we'll see you at ISTELive + ASCD!
06/23/2026
☀️ Teacher Summer Bucket List ☀️
What's on your list this summer?
📚 Read a book
🏖️ Relax by the water
✈️ Travel somewhere new
🧠 Learn something new
😴 Catch up on sleep
Or something else? Tell us below! 👇
Just one week to go!
Be sure to stop by and see us in the exhibit hall at this year's ASCD/ISTELive conference.
Join in some fun activities, chat with us, grab some ideas to bring back to your school...Let us help you find ways to boost student thinking, writing, and learning across the curriculum.
We can't wait to connect with you in person. See you at Booth 911!
06/18/2026
📚 Cheryl's Summer Selections
Who knew Judy Blume wrote for adults? Cheryl recommends Summer Sisters and In the Unlikely Event—two engaging reads filled with memorable characters, friendship, and stories that stay with you long after the last page.
Perfect additions to your summer reading stack. ☀️
06/17/2026
💡 When thinking becomes visible, learning becomes actionable.
Join us at ISTELive + ASCD for:
📸 Making Thinking Visible: The Administrator's Playbook for Image-Based Math Assessment
https://conference.iste.org/2026/program/search/detail_session.php?id=118458561
INSPIRE better thinking. INSPIRE better learning.
ISTELive 26 | June 28 - July 1 | Orlando Register for ISTELive 26 and get ASCD Annual Conference access—that’s two events, one price. Explore cutting-edge edtech and transform classroom practice districtwide.
06/16/2026
🗳️ Help us decide what comes next!
Which new Collins resource would you most like to see?
📖 Text-Based Writing Guide
✏️ Primary Guide to Collins Writing
💻 Digital Writing Portfolios
📂 Updated core book: Improving Student Performance
🔧 CTE Guide to Literacy and Communication
Cast your vote in the comments! 👇
06/15/2026
We are soooo excited to be a part of the annual ASCD/ISTE conference in Orlando this year!
Here's a little sneak peek at our booth display so you can find us in the exhibit hall! Come and talk to us about INSPIRING THINKING in your school!
06/14/2026
🏆 Most Requested Workshops of the 2025–26 School Year
Want to know what schools are asking for?
Our most popular topics this year were:
✏️ Introduction to Collins Writing
📖 Text-Based Writing & Alignment
➗ Writing in Math
🔧 Writing in CTE
Which one would you be most interested in bringing to your school?