Being More than a Teacher
Classroom organization is one of the most effective parts of classroom management. How well you run your classroom depends on how well your students can manage themselves independently and efficiently. This will make it a lot easier throughout the school year. Believe me! When people think about classrooms they first think about decor when they […]
When you are a teacher, it is hard to get your mind off teaching, especially in the summer. I know, it’s hard to believe but summer, in a teacher’s world, is still filled with planning and preparation, reflection, and a lot of reading. For us, summer break means time to refuel, relax, and reinvigorate our […]
It’s hard to believe that it’s time to look for end-of-year activities for your students! I can’t believe it! When spring break is over, state testing is complete, and you followed the scope and sequence of your academic plan. Your students are anxiously waiting for the last day of school and so are you. In […]
A classroom library always comes in handy. Whether you are English/Language Arts teacher, first year, or veteran teacher, it is always nice to have some reading material in your classroom to keep kids engaged. As an English/Language Arts teacher, having a classroom library is a must. But how do you get all those books when […]
I live a life of faith. To believe in having the faith to move mountains during the most troubled times is what I live and strive for. In 2018, I was struggling with various personal areas in my life. Although I never gave up the faith, I knew I needed more of a firm redirection. […]
Every year, many teachers are leaving the profession at alarming rates. Over half a million according to NPR Education reports. The cause? Teacher burnout. Underpaid, overworked, unappreciated, and disrespected. These are just some of the adjectives that have been described by teachers and why the burn out rate is so high. They are drained and […]