Kelly shared so many amazing ideas of how to bring the local community into the classroom. This is a must-listen! Click To Tweet
Kelly Shrein is the 2022 Alaska Teacher of the Year. She has embraced her community in Anchorage, Alaska to create a more meaningful, authentic, and engaging curriculum. Students are constantly engaged in learning objectives that can have a direct impact on the local community. The authenticity of learning expands into her classroom conversations. The third-grade students are well-versed and able to participate in mature discussions.
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The community and culture of Anchorage, Alaska create a unique teaching and learning experience for Kelly and her students.
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The seasonal shifts of the sun in the winter and summer have a large impact on the mental health of students and it’s something teachers have to consider and help with students.
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Creating opportunities for safe failure and helping build resilience. When a level of trust is established it creates a foundation of relationships.
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She is involving the community in hands-on experiences, such as dissecting salmon.
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Creating opportunities for students to engage in conversations with each other. It’s important for them to learn from each other and establish their own positive relationships.
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Purposefully plan your lessons to incorporate student experiences and communication.
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Model the listening and respect skills we teach to our students.
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Connect with other students from around the country on Facebook, “Mrs. Letcher’s Postcard Exchange”, “teachers ask teachers”, and teachers searching for other teachers.
Twitter: @KellyShrein
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