by Stephen Rando | Jun 10, 2024 | Aspen, Implementation
Want a flex time but don’t know how to get started? This article gives an overview of how to implement a flex block, including what it is used for, how to make time for it, and how to start one in your school. What is a flex block? Flex blocks have been gaining...
by Stephen Rando | Mar 14, 2024 | Implementation
As students are struggling with learning loss, stress and overwhelm, many schools are adding a flex time to their schedule to provide extra support to students. This is a dedicated time slot built into the school day for students to focus on their individual needs,...
by Stephen Rando | Mar 5, 2024 | Flex Block, Flex Period
Schools with a flex period, or flex block, have many options for what to offer. The best part of this flexible scheduling is that the offerings can be adjusted over time. The offerings do not need to be figured out before school starts. Generally, we see offerings...
by Stephen Rando | Nov 7, 2023 | Flex Block, Flex Scheduler
Flexible Scheduling is the practice of using time to provide additional benefits to students outside of their traditional class schedules. Many schools are creating this kind of time, whether it be before, during or after the school day, to increase academic...
by Stephen Rando | Sep 12, 2023 | Flex Block, Flex Period, Flex Scheduler
Flex periods can be a powerful tool for student intervention, social emotional learning and enrichment. However, without tools to build student accountability and engagement the logistics of your flex period can quickly become an unmanaged mess. Teacher Accountability...