The first month of school is exciting – but let’s be honest, it can also feel like a whirlwind. Even for veteran teachers, those first weeks can bring challenges that leave you drained by the end of the day. If you’re feeling it, you’re not alone. Upper elementary students bring big energy, big emotions, and… Read More
This post is from the Introduction in my e-book Upper Elementary Teacher’s Guide to the First Two Weeks of School. You can learn more about that e-book HERE. We all know the importance of the first days of school. We want our students to settle into routines quickly, our classrooms to run smoothly, and everyone… Read More
You can have the most creative lessons, the most engaging activities, and a classroom that looks like it came straight off Pinterest – but if your procedures aren’t solid, your days are going to feel a lot harder than they need to feel. Strong classroom routines and procedures are the secret sauce that makes everything… Read More
Getting your school year started on the best, most positive note is always the goal on the first day of school. How to do that? Here are 11 tips! 1 – Get to school at least 15 minutes before students arrive and get yourself prepared. Develop a routine to set yourself up for the day… Read More
Source Can you believe that it’s already August?! Maybe you’re the type of teacher who has been excited about back-to-school ever since Target started displaying the school supplies. (Is it my imagination, or does that happen earlier and earlier every year?) Or maybe you’re the type of teacher who feels like this: Source Many teachers… Read More
As you play and rest this summer, you may find yourself thinking about the upcoming school year. It’s a good thing to look toward the future year and think about what we want to change or improve, but we also don’t want to spend our entire summer focused on school. Here’s one way to keep… Read More