TL;DR: Superhero teachers create and empower superhero students. Creating thriving super-students comes down to these big ideas: nurturing heart, developing mind, and cultivating will. Teaching isn’t about grades, standards, and tests. It’s about inspiring the inner superhero of each child. “All our energy has gone into stretching kids’ cognitive abilities and neglecting the human side—the source of energy, joy, inspiration, … Read More
Thriving (Not Just Surviving) as a New Teacher
TL;DR: Consider your why to prevent yourself from feeling burned out. Pay attention to what gives you joy and be sure to give back to yourself. Be proactive with your time by scheduling necessary tasks then looking at what you want to do. Be sure to also consider your long-term goals. The secret to thriving as a new teacher is being … Read More