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It has been nearly a year since many schools transitioned to remote learning. It felt like being asked to build the plane while in the air for the majority of us. Yet, it is no surprise, teachers have risen to the challenge. As we reach spring, classes begin to focus on mastering the application of…
You’re a superhero teacher, but even superheroes need a break! Whether it’s for a much-deserved vacation or an unexpected sick day, every teacher finds themselves handing over the reins to a substitute teacher at some point. However, arranging for a substitute teacher involves much more than just a day off. Planning for a substitute teacher…
The first weeks of school can feel like a whirlwind. You’re trying to teach procedures, establish routines, and build a classroom community… all while managing emotions, supplies, and that one kid who showed up without a backpack. Books can help. Reading aloud is one of the easiest, most powerful ways to connect with your students,…
Regardless of where you teach, all of us come back from summer break with a goal of having an effective classroom where students can be successful. We spend hours putting up bulletin boards, moving furniture, and digging into lesson plans. Between professional development and campus meetings, we sneak back to our rooms to get everything…
Building a strong relationship between home and school is a critical piece of teaching, but it can be tough to do if you don’t feel confident in how best to do so. Most teacher education programs do little to prepare new educators for collaborating with their families in the classroom so we are typically left…