“Pass it on”
After all of my years of teaching in both public and private school and in private industry, I’ve often wondered if I made any difference in my students’ lives? While … Continue reading
How in the world can we keep good teachers?
“How can we ensure the quality of our schools when we are losing our greatest asset: our teachers? Three methods of improving teacher retention are: first, increase financial compensation including … Continue reading
To Teachers on your last week of freedom!
Oh, how I remember these days. Excitement and stress…excitement because I’m getting to meet my new families and students. Stress because I’m meeting my new families and students! You read … Continue reading
Parents, It’s Time to STOP Undermining Our Kids’ Teachers!
Oh, did I love reading this post from Huff Post Parents Canada. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve observed parents “not being parents.” Calling your child “bud,” “friend,” … Continue reading
7 Essentials for an Emergency Teacher Toolkit
Spring-itus is upon our schools already! Either your students are tired of being shut up in a classroom and Spring Vacation is just around the corner and they (and you) can’t … Continue reading
Why Should You Read to Your Middle School Students?
Yes, most students in our Middle Schools can read and are probably not ESOL Level 1. Do you also agree that pre-school children should be read to on a daily … Continue reading
Win a Fellowes Classroom Laminator
Hey! Who wouldn’t love to have their own laminator in your own classroom? Here’s a way to possibly win this and some more items from weareteachers.com. You can’t win if … Continue reading
How do you Shift from Surviving to Thriving as a Teacher?
So, you’ve been teaching now for almost 3 months. How are you doing? If you’re like most teachers, you’ve won some battles, figured out some students, are getting more sleep … Continue reading
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