Effortless Classroom Management: Tips & Tricks for Teachers
Classroom Management Made Easy: Tips from Three Decades of Teaching Classroom management and fostering a strong sense of community have become increasingly challenging in recent
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Engaging Teen Readers with Challenged Books: Activities & Argument Writing for ELA
It’s true that teenagers are notoriously rebellious and can be difficult to engage at times. However, strategic high school English teachers can tap into their
TED Talks for Back to School (And the Rest of the School Year)
Oh, no! It’s back-to-school season—time for secondary teachers to greet new students, establish routines, run team builders, and transform classrooms into welcoming spaces. With pressure
Secondary Back-to-School Strategies for a Successful Year
No matter whether you’re a brand-new educator or a 30-year veteran, every teacher hopes to begin the school year on the right track. In teacher
Block Scheduling Tips for Secondary ELA: A Survival Guide
When I first started teaching, I worked at a school with a traditional 7-period day and 46-minute class periods. I was completely accustomed to that
Supporting Secondary Student Mental Health: SEL Strategies That Work for Middle and High School
As secondary educators, our work reaches far beyond academic standards. We know that emotion directly impacts cognition—a student who is overwhelmed by stress, personal dilemmas,
The Ultimate Guide to Student Teaching & Mentoring: Tips for Cooperating Teachers and Interns
Student teaching is an essential element of every teacher preparation program and a milestone experience for both the mentor teacher and the pre-service teacher (or
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
How to Keep High School Students Focused When They’re Distracted
High school life is busy…last week our school celebrated homecoming, and as usual, everyone was distracted by “dress-up” days, evening activities (class competitions, a talent