Highlights of 2022: In Case You Missed It

Teach Better TeamBlog, Classroom Management, Differentiation, Grading & Assessment, Innovation, Leadership, Lesson Planning, Mastery Learning, Personalized Learning, Reflect Better, Self-Care, Student Engagement, Teach Happier, Teacherpreneur

Highlights of 2022: In Case You Missed It This post shares highlights of Teach Better blog posts in 2022. Categories for posts include SEL, Management, Instructional practices, Connections & Collaboration, Development & Improvement, Leadership, Self-Care, Reflection, and monthly series. SEL Carrying Heavy Things: Support Our Students by Matthew J. Bowerman The Secret of Building Resilient Kids by Pamela Hall Random Acts … Read More

Hike New Experiences with Confidence

Jillian DuBoisBlog, Reflect Better, Self-Care

TL;DR: New experiences shape who we are and who we become. Struggles push you to grow. Treasure the memories and life adventures. New Experiences A long hike in the woods, following paths of yellow blazes on tall evergreens, and passing through nature in rural spaces provide everything I need to restore my weary soul.  There is something to be said … Read More

Inspiring Cultures of Wellness in Schools

Teach Better TeamBlog, Leadership, Self-Care, Student Engagement

TL;DR: Teacher burnout is a systemic problem. We need to reimagine systems where teachers and their wellness are prioritized. Create cultures of wellness at school. Consider forming a wellness committee that includes admin and teachers as well as other staff members. Prioritize Teachers I don’t need to tell you that the problem of teacher burnout is systemic. Through no fault … Read More

Science Better: Showing Thanks

Teach Better TeamBlog, Classroom Management, Innovation, Leadership, Lesson Planning, Self-Care, Student Engagement

TL;DR: It is important to reflect on who has had a positive impact on your education journey. I want to thank the “giants” who have shaped my views of science and education. Reach out to the people who have helped you become the amazing educator that you are and thank them! Mr. Anthony During the month of November, I tend … Read More

Heart of Education: Classroom Families

Jennifer WaldvogelBlog, Classroom Management, Self-Care, Student Engagement, Teach Happier

TL;DR: Children may have a hard time recognizing their talents and skills. Educators can build students’ conflict resolution toolkit with stress reduction tools and empathy practice. Open each class with an activity that grounds students into the present moment. There’s a reason educators call students their “kids.” If schools are microcosms of society, then the classroom is a representation of … Read More