5 Essential Teacher Self-Care Tips to Beat Back-to-School Burnout
It’s that time of year again. After enjoying a relaxing summer break, stress levels often skyrocket with the return to a busy school calendar. If
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Classroom Management Strategies for Homecoming, Spirit Weeks, and Holidays
Navigating high-energy school weeks like Homecoming, spirit weeks, holidays, or prom is one of the toughest balancing acts in teaching. Reflecting on my years in
End of the Year Survival – Choose Your Battles
As the school year comes closer to an end, teachers and students are tired. The end of the year is in sight but there are
Host a Trashketball Tournament
Do your students need help with their grammar skills? Do you want a way to make grammar review fun? Take advantage of the March Madness
Making Valentine’s Day Meaningful for Secondary ELA
How do you make Valentine’s Day meaningful in the secondary English Language Arts classroom? Secondary students don’t usually celebrate with parties or cards, but teachers
How to Help High School Students Have Deeper Book Discussions
As English teachers, stepping away from the front of the classroom and releasing control of discussions can be intimidating. We worry that without our direct
Teaching Revision in the Age of AI: 6 Strategies for Secondary ELA
No doubt, teaching writing in middle and high school English classes is difficult. Many students don’t like to write, feel insecure about their skills, or
Trashketball Madness – How to Play the Games
Connect Learning to Student Interests When teachers capitalize on a popular trend or activity, it makes learning energizing and fun. Many of my students love
Revitalizing American Literature: Teaching Founding Ideals with Nuance & Relevance
Teaching American Literature is a continuous balancing act. Every day in our classrooms offers an opportunity to explore the foundational ideals of our country—freedom, equality,