Sarah Ackerman

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Sarah Ackerman

After graduating from Western Kentucky University in 2001, Sarah worked in marketing and sales with large tech companies for over a decade. While she thoroughly enjoyed her business career, her heart continually pulled her towards becoming a teacher. After receiving her Master of Arts in Teaching degree from the University of Indianapolis, Sarah began her teaching career. She has taught Business and Innovations at Speedway Junior High and High School and can honestly say that she has loved every minute!
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Turning Your Classroom from an Isolated Island into a Vibrant Hub

Sometimes our classrooms can feel isolated from the “real world.” Junior High Educator Sarah Ackerman is breaking down the barriers between her students and... Read more.

Sarah Ackerman August 23, 2024

Children is a classroom using technology.

Nurturing Creative Minds: Teaching Students the Importance of Fair Use

Fair use and understanding copyrights are not high on most students’ “to learn” list. Sarah Ackerman has lesson ideas for making these critical lessons fun... Read more.

Sarah Ackerman May 29, 2024

Students from Sutton Middle School’s debate team practice for an upcoming competition.

Building Excitement during the Awkward Years

How do educators create "buy in" at an age when it's cooler not to care? Sarah Ackerman took on that challenge, and her students are appreciative!... Read more.

Sarah Ackerman January 24, 2024