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Brenda Iasevoli

Brenda Iasevoli

Shaped Executive Editor

Brenda Iasevoli is a senior content marketing manager and copywriter at HMH. She has 18 years of experience in education, as a teacher and writer. She worked as an editor for TIME Magazine For Kids, a blogger for Education Week, and a freelance writer for The Hechinger Report. Her articles have appeared in newspapers and magazines across the country, including theatlantic.com, nbcnews.com, and The Washington Post. Before becoming a journalist, she was a fourth-grade teacher in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City. She holds a master’s degree in Journalism from Columbia University.

 
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A Culture of Belonging Allows Students to Flourish in a Michigan District

See how teachers and curricula work together to create a sense of belonging and academic success in the fourth most diverse district in the nation.

Christine Condon
Shaped Editor-in-Chief

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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9 Fun Easter Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students

Hop to it! Try these hands-on Easter activities for elementary and middle school students. Your class will have fun while sharpening reading, writing, and STEM skills.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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10 National Women’s History Month Activities for Students

Use these ten Women’s History Month activities for students to celebrate women’s history in your classroom. Find free downloadable lesson plans and more.

Christine Condon
Shaped Editor-in-Chief

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

Jennifer Corujo
Shaped Editor

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A Fresh Approach to Intervention Is Boosting Achievement in a Michigan School District

Hear from educators about a new approach to intervention that’s raising student achievement in the Wayne-Westland Community School District, outside Detroit.

Christine Condon
Shaped Editor-in-Chief

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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9 Trends in Education to Watch in 2024

From professional development in AI to the four-day school week, these are the current trends in education to watch in 2024.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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9 Fun Christmas Activities for School

Try our fun Christmas classroom activities for school. 'Tis the season to be jolly—while boosting math, reading, and writing skills, of course!

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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10 Fun Thanksgiving Activities for Elementary Students

No hand-traced turkeys here! Celebrate the holiday while boosting critical math, reading, and writing skills with these fun Thanksgiving activities for elementary students.

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Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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What Do Teachers Really Think About AI in the Classroom? Experts Respond to New Report

HMH experts weigh in on the results of our 9th annual Educator Confidence Report, which shares teachers' perspectives on AI.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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11 Essential 9/11 Activities & Lesson Plans for the Classroom

Looking for ways to help your students understand the September 11 terror attacks and their impact? Use these 9/11 activities and lesson plans designed for middle and high school classrooms.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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8 Fun Constitution Day Activities for Students: We the People

Here are Constitution Day activities to engage your students in learning about the historic document that defines how our government works.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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What Is Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom?

What is differentiated instruction in the classroom? The answer is key to ensuring all learners get the support they need. Here, we break down the process.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Why Is Technology Important in Education?

Think you know the answer to the question: “Why is technology important in education? The advantages go beyond student engagement and saving teachers time. Here, we break down tech’s benefits.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Accommodations for English Language Learners (ELLs) in the Classroom

Dr. Ivannia Soto specializes in second-language acquisition and systemic reform for English language learners. Here we share the accommodations for English language learners in the classroom that she says work best.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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2026 State of the Union Activities and Lesson Plans

Explore 2026 State of the Union activities and lesson plan ideas you can have students do before, during, and after the speech.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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9 Education Trends to Watch in 2023

Keep an eye on these education trends in 2023.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Using Choice Boards for Students to Differentiate Instruction

Try creating choice boards for students. These activity menus are a great way to differentiate learning, which can increase student engagement and improve academic outcomes.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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DIY Classroom Flexible Seating Ideas

Redesign your classroom on a budget with these DIY classroom flexible seating ideas.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor

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Talking to Kids about Scary News

Read key tips for teachers and parents on talking to children about troubling events in the news.

Brenda Iasevoli
Shaped Executive Editor