Remote Learning as a Teacher and a Mom: 6 Practical Strategies for Making it Work

Maggie GiffordBlog, Connect Better, Engage Better, Self Care Better, Tech Better

TL;DR: The unique difficulties in this time of remote teaching, as both a teacher and a mom. 6 strategies and suggestions to balance support for your students and your own children. During a normal school year on a normal school day, you juggle the duties of being a teacher and a mom.  You have two lives and two sets of … Read More

Stretching and Serving Family Meals #TeachTasty

Mary Ellen RileyBlog, Self Care Better

In This Post: The importance of stretching meals & saving money during this time of quarantine. A fun recipe to make at home, complete with teachable moments! If your school district is similar to ours or you are in home school situation, your kids are home for the next few weeks.  Some colleges are closing their doors and moving online … Read More

4 Keys to Coping With Stress in Education

Teach Better TeamBlog, Lead Better, Self Care Better, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Teacher stress leads to teacher burnout… and sometimes, leaving the profession. Four elements to help you cope with stress you’re facing. Words of wisdom and inspiration as you engage in important self care. Teacher burnout is real. And to be totally honest, it isn’t getting any better. According to one study, only 7% of surveyed teachers felt they had … Read More

Ways to Stay Well in Times of Uncertainty

Meghan HoseyBlog, Connect Better, Self Care Better

TL;DR: The importance of focusing on our wellness, especially in times of stress. Tips to stay well and focus on yourself right now. We are dealing with so much uncertainty right now.  We have never experienced something like this before.  They do not teach you how to deal with these situations when you sit through college education courses.  As educators, … Read More