
Teacher self-care often gets framed as something you need to plan for, budget for, or simply dream about. But for a lot of us, the hardest part of the day isn’t the morning rush or even the school day itself. It’s the after-school hours when your body is tired, your brain is still buzzing, and […]
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Looking for a weekly teacher prep period schedule? Here’s how I reset every Friday to get ready for Monday.
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Learn how to set goals and achieve them with these proven strategies. From creating realistic milestones to tracking your progress, this guide will help you turn your aspirations into reality. Discover the importance of strong intentions, effective systems, and community support in goal setting.
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Teacher self-care often gets framed as something you need to plan for, budget for, or simply dream about. But for a lot of us, the hardest part of the day isn’t the morning rush or even the school day itself. It’s the after-school hours when your body is tired, your brain is still buzzing, and […]
Learn how to teach students what “doing your best” really means using clear expectations, effort-based strategies, and classroom examples.
Kick off your next unit with student engagement strategies that spark curiosity and make learning meaningful. Practical tips for real classrooms.
Fun classroom ideas that boost engagement and make school feel better for everyone. Easy, realistic tips teachers can use right away.
Learn exactly what to include in your sub plans for teachers so you can rest on sick days. Easy tips and sub plan ideas.
Looking for a weekly teacher prep period schedule? Here’s how I reset every Friday to get ready for Monday.
If you’re using a scripted ELA curriculum like Wit & Wisdom, CKLA, or Arts & Letters, chances are you’ve felt both grateful and frustrated. These programs offer structure—but they don’t always meet your students where they are. That’s where supplementing your scripted curriculum (without doing the most) becomes essential. You don’t need to rewrite every lesson or start from scratch. You just need a […]
It’s that time of the year again—state testing season. You’re staring at a classroom full of disengaged students, wondering, “How can I motivate them for testing?” I get it. Your students seem uninterested, lack confidence, and aren’t motivated to try their best. Meanwhile, you’re already burned out and struggling to push through these last few […]
Teaching can be an absolute dumpster fire (to put it nicely), so I’m always looking for tools that make my lessons hit harder and my day go more smoothly. Aside from my favorite routines and procedures, these resources help me keep my classroom going. Keep reading for the tools I love most for supporting learning […]
Learn how to establish classroom rules and expectations that will make your teaching experience more enjoyable and less draining.