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10 Ways to Build and Maintain Strong Connections with Your Students

10 Ways to Build and Maintain Strong Connections with Your Students

Hello again, I can’t believe it’s been so long since my last post. Sorry about that. I have been focusing much of my time on my podcast, (and my day job), and I have been neglecting this blog. Again, sorry. In these last few months, however, I have learned so much about the effect we […]

Letter to a Substitute – Take Care of My Kids

Letter to a Substitute – Take Care of My Kids

Not all substitute teachers are bad. Most are amazing. Really. I used to be a substitute teacher when I first began my career in education. Unfortunately, most substitutes are not teachers. Also, there are a few who are not in it for the kids. For them. it’s a job. It’s a paycheck, so finding good subs, […]

Do Your Students Think You’re Cool?

Do Your Students Think You’re Cool?

Did you know that today, February 1, is Harry Styles’ birthday? I know what you’re asking. “Who’s Harry Styles?” Harry Styles one of the members of the singing group, One Direction. Duh! A great strategy for getting students engaged in a lesson is to inject some element of what is cool to your kids in […]

For These Teachers, I am Thankful.

For These Teachers, I am Thankful.

With tomorrow being Thanksgiving, I wanted to take some time and make a list of some of what I’m grateful for. Of course, I’m thankful for my family and friends. I love my job and I am blessed to be able to spend my days working with amazing people who are dedicated to making a […]