TL;DR: This year, put the resolutions aside and engage with a word. Choose #OneWord to be your driving force. Start by choosing your word for the year, then share it. Don’t forget to interact with your word, too. Encourage your staff or students to engage with a word this year. #OneWord People are always striving for something; something new, something … Read More
Engage and Elevate Better as We Begin 2022!
TL;DR: The holidays are over, and we head back to school to finish the year despite it being a “New Year.” Find ways to liven up your classroom with new methods and lessons. Keep staff motivated by continuing to have fun events and surprises even though the holidays are over. Stay connected with families by hosting community events to foster … Read More
A Vision Board for the 2022 You Want to Live
TL;DR: Plan ahead for what you want to accomplish. Consider creating a vision board you can look at daily to help you achieve your dreams. Follow specific steps when making your vision board. “When we own our stories, we get to write a brave new ending.” – Brené Brown Live the life you want to live. This was the answer … Read More
Highlights of 2021: In Case You Missed It
Highlights of 2021: In Case You Missed It This post shares highlights of Teach Better blog posts in 2021. Categories for posts include SEL, change and improvement, assessment and reflection, leadership, and social media. SEL The Power of Empathy – Sari Goldberg McKeown Teachers are Essential, You are Essential – Jeff Gargas Ideas to Commemorate World Kindness Day – Dana Goodier Teachers … Read More
Gonna Have a Grid Day! Blog Series Overview
Gonna Have a Grid Day Blog Series Overview The Grid Method is a self-paced mastery framework where the teacher creates a learning pathway in the form of a grid. Students are allowed to work at their own pace through this pathway while demonstrating readiness and mastery as they progress from one learning opportunity to the next. This blog series contains … Read More