TL;DR: Using strategies that support gifted students can support all students in your classroom. While at the Teach Better conference, I attended several sessions that would work well for gifted students, including using Depth of Knowledge and the Grid Method as well as finding ways for students to look at math creatively. Gifted Strategies Are Just Good Teaching These are … Read More
Show 96: Bonding a Classroom as a Team through Service Projects
Bret Dockter is an incredible educator and it is very apparent why he is the 2022 North Dakota Teacher of the Year. He is focused completely on the students having the best experience possible and turning their energies outward. Each year his sixth grade students dedicate their time, energy, and lessons towards a common service learning project. [bctt tweet=”Great ideas … Read More
Episode #198: Dennis Matthew
Dennis Matthew is an elementary school speech pathologist, singer-songwriter and author. For over 20 years Dennis has had the joy and honor of working with children in public schools and through non-profit work. In 2018, he launched his authorship, bringing children’s stories integrating social emotional wholeness, language enrichment, critical thinking, conflict resolution and character development to life. His published works … Read More
Discover Your Potential: An Educators Guide to 90 Day Goals
TL;DR: Setting goals and using journals may seem daunting at first. By establishing this routine with your goals, you can make adjustments and celebrate your successes along the way. The saying goes knowledge is power, but it’s really only potential until it’s applied. To discover your potential, you’ll have to change how you think about and set your goals. New … Read More
Inclusive Schools: Does Your Classroom Support Introverts?
TL;DR: Inclusive classrooms should meet each child where they are and respond to all the different parts of themself they bring to the classroom. Introverts are often overlooked. Reflect on how your school or classroom can be a more welcoming place for all. Thriving As You Are When students enter school they should be able to thrive using their strengths … Read More