The Classroom Habit I’m Changing This School Year: Repeating Directions in the Classroom
Every summer, after the classroom is packed away and the school year has come to an end, I find myself reflecting on what went well and what I’d like to do differently the following year. Sometimes it’s a lesson that fell flat. Sometimes it’s a classroom management strategy that didn’t quite work the way I ... Read More about The Classroom Habit I’m Changing This School Year: Repeating Directions in the Classroom...
Keeping Students Engaged When They Can Sense Summer Break
By the time the final weeks of the school year come before summer rolls around, you can feel the buzz in the air. The energy in your classroom has shifted, and engagement looks different. Attention spans are shorter, routines feel looser, and even your most attentive students seem to be dreaming about their summer break. ... Read More about Keeping Students Engaged When They Can Sense Summer Break...
State Testing Prep: It’s Not Just About the Content
When we think about state testing, the focus is usually on content. Review the standards. Practice the skills. Analyze the data. But there’s something just as important that often gets overlooked: Students need to be prepared for the experience of testing, not just the material. For many students, especially younger learners or first-time test takers, ... Read More about State Testing Prep: It’s Not Just About the Content...
The 10 Minutes of Class Time That Will Change Behavior All Day
You likely begin mornings with your students, each bringing varied energy, emotions, and experiences into class. Some arrive ready to learn. Others need a moment to settle, connect, or feel seen. But, in just 10 intentional minutes, you can guide all of that into focus, connection, and readiness to learn. A structured morning meeting gives ... Read More about The 10 Minutes of Class Time That Will Change Behavior All Day...
How to Use AI as a Teacher Without Losing Control of Your Classroom
AI is everywhere right now. In education, in conversations, in professional development, and even in our students’ hands. And if you’re anything like most teachers, you’re probably feeling a mix of curiosity and hesitation. Is AI helpful?Is it replacing real thinking?Is it just one more thing to figure out? Here’s the truth: AI for teachers ... Read More about How to Use AI as a Teacher Without Losing Control of Your Classroom...
