All of us can remember special teachers that really made a difference. Obviously teachers need to know their subject matter, but the factors that cause students to connect with teachers are often tied more to the heart than the mind. Teachers that really care are noticed by students and often have profound influence on their lives. In a world dominated by test mania, creative teachers who teach from the heart often feel squeezed by outside forces. This section contains resources that will help teachers and administrators bring creativity back into the classroom.