TL;DR: Regular weekly planning meetings and reflections enhance co-teaching effectiveness. Leveraging each teacher’s strengths creates a dynamic and supportive classroom environment. Standalone support classes complement co-taught sessions, providing tailored assistance to students. For the past twelve years that I have been teaching middle school English, I have worked with seven different co-teachers. Each is amazing and unique in their own … Read More
Teaching Juneteenth: Integrating Our Second Independence Day
TL;DR: Juneteenth, on June 19th, marks the end of slavery in the US, yet its significance is often overlooked. Teaching Juneteenth promotes holistic historical education, cultural awareness, empowerment, and social justice. Integrating Juneteenth into the curriculum enriches students’ understanding of American history and fosters inclusivity. Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks a pivotal moment in American history. Known as our … 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
Episode 18 | Featuring Shelley Moore
Shelley Moore, originally from Edmonton, Alberta and now based in Vancouver, British Columbia, is a highly sought after teacher, researcher, consultant and storyteller and she has worked with school districts and community organizations throughout both Canada and the United States. Her research and work has been featured at national and international conferences and is constructed based on theory and effective practices of … Read More
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