Education
It’s time to engage in a dialogue about the systemic changes necessary to make a teaching career more sustainable. This will require administrative, community, and political support.
Education
Teachers need and deserve more uninterrupted planning time during the regular school day.
Education
The end of class is one of the most important parts of a lesson cycle. It's more than just a signal to students that it's time to leave. It's a golden opportunity to assess and cement the day's learning.
Education
Universal Design for Learning is an "every child" initiative.
Teach Like...
As teachers, we face numerous challenges, from heavy workloads to classroom management issues, eye rolls, and reluctant learners, which can take a toll on our overall well-being.
Education
Adding some fun to the school day creates balance. It's good for the teacher and student's well-being and improves focus in the classroom.
Education
Practicing gratitude is one of those foundational things. It affects all other aspects of your classroom, school, and community when done right.
Journal
This didn’t lead me to a magical epiphany, but it did leave me inspired. For those of us teachers who plan on staying in the game, handling hard things better should be on our to-do list.
Education
Teachers are highly susceptible to decision fatigue due to the high volume of daily decisions they make. This might explain why I feel like I need to spend time in a sensory deprivation tank at the end of a school week.
Weekly Report
Topics for this week include reading for pleasure, making science relevant, and the beauty of brain breaks.
Education
While it is important to stay updated and utilize effective resources, it is equally crucial to assess the actual needs and effectiveness of these materials.
Weekly Report
Topics for this week include student behavior and accountability, the power of words, and making teaching sustainable.