TL;DR: Spring has arrived! It’s time to brainstorm what we can do as educators to end the year strong. Tips to end the year strong include setting goals, going outside, taking pictures, and reflecting. 4 Tips to End the Year Strong Flowers. Rain. Sunshine. Warmth (with maybe a snow flurry here and there if you’re in the Midwest). All signs … Read More
3 Key Beliefs to Guide Your Instructional Practices
TL;DR: 3 key beliefs to guide your instructional practices include differentiation, accommodation, and modification. Build in structures to your instructional practices so students can have more opportunities for voice and choice. “Equity and Inclusion Just Got Better” Blog Reflection Questions: What is the one thing you will try to do in your classroom to make it inclusive? How does being … Read More
LOVE is in the Air! — Celebrating Holidays
TL;DR: The next few months have several holidays to celebrate friends, family members, and loved ones. Make those moments count by counting all loved ones in! I can count down the end of winter once February comes along, which is exciting. But more importantly, as teachers, we get long overdue time with family, friends, and loved ones. We get to … Read More
Above & Beyond: Making an Impact
TL;DR: Tim Stephenson talks about how he continues to leverage his passions for science and space. Think about what you’re teaching and why you teach and write it down. Whether it’s changing the world, sharing resources, helping someone, or contributing to lives that are happy and meaningful, making an impact is what defines success. Above & Beyond: Making an Impact … Read More
Elementary Grids: Tips From Our How-To Guide
TL;DR: When implementing The Grid Method with primary grades, consider the physical setup of your room. Evaluate your routines. Create an environment where failure is welcomed. When a student succeeds quickly, or they need a break from learning, allow them to lead. Run student-led conferences in your classroom. Elementary Grids: Tips From Our How-To Guide Is mastery learning something elementary … Read More