TL;DR: This post includes a number of essential items for your sub folder including a map of the school, bell schedule, rosters with nicknames, accommodations, and health information. Be sure to clarify your restroom, cell phone, computer, flexible seating, and emergency procedures and policies. Keep your sub plans concise but make sure you are addressing any questions the sub may … Read More
Helping Students Make Connections to 9/11
TL;DR: Historical events impact everyone a little differently. Teaching students history through firsthand accounts can help them to see different perspectives and lets them decide how they will understand the event. History educator, Cheryl Krol, shares her inspiration to collect testimonials from 9/11 to share with her students, as well as the value in teaching through firsthand accounts. I know … Read More
AWC Episode #64: LESSICONS
In this episode, Jennifer and Hans break down a cutting edge lesson planning framework to teach the whole learner. Listen on your favorite podcast platform! More Episodes
Planning the Perfect Weekend
TL;DR Schedule cleaning tasks and errands during the week so you can have the full weekend for fun. Every weekend, include 1) something social, 2) something physical, and 3) something spiritual into your schedule. Reflect and tweak your plan as needed. Engaging in self care and having a fun weekend benefits your students too! We Are Busy! This season is … Read More
The Gift of Opportunity
TL;DR: Opportunities are everywhere. It’s up to us to see them and take them. Know your WHY. Align opportunities with your core values and beliefs. My WHY is all about relationships. There are opportunities everywhere—every interaction, every person, every place to build relationships. Model to students to see opportunities, and to take and create them to better themselves. There are … Read More