As a new school year begins, it's essential to establish a positive classroom environment that fosters student engagement, growth, and mutual respect. An effective way to accomplish this is by involving high school students in the process of setting expectations for the year ahead. This … Continue reading Allowing Student Voice in Expectations
Category: Classroom Management
The First Week of School – Day 1
Like it or not, teens give us one chance to prove we care for and about them. One. If you started out the year with an unintended tone, the year ahead will likely be rough. Not that kids don't give us second chances, but it … Continue reading The First Week of School – Day 1
The Value of Reflection
Reflection is kind of a buzz word in education circles, but I think depth exists when we properly apply reflection to our teaching practices. It is easy to hop onto the treadmill of teaching day in and day out. Before we know it, we blink … Continue reading The Value of Reflection
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