Is 8+ hours at school, considered too long? A Conversation We Need to Have As educators, we’ve all felt the grind of the school day—the early mornings, the jam-packed schedules, the never-ending to-do lists. For our students, the day may feel even longer. Sitting through hours of instruction, navigating social dynamics, and keeping up with... Continue Reading →
10 Ways to Keep Students Motivated After Winter Break
Ah, January—when the glitter of the holidays has faded, and middle school students shuffle back to school like hibernating bears rudely awoken mid-nap. Keeping them motivated post-winter break can feel like a Herculean task. But fear not! With a dash of creativity, a sprinkle of humor, and a hearty dose of understanding their quirks, you... Continue Reading →
Calling all Teachers: Acing Your STAAR Review
This may seem like a daunting task to create the right recipe or formula for the “Perfect STAAR Review”, with the right amount of checking for understanding, activities, and use of STAAR materials. Don’t fret, my pet…some of the crucial elements to mastery, you are already doing, we just need to add a pinch of this and a dash of that, and mix. Follow these 5 steps to Student Mastery Nirvana.