Learning About Students

Learning About Students

  I've written before about our responsibility to create opportunities for students. It is imperative that we give students the chance to answer two questions: What do you want the…
5 Ideas for Communicating with Parents

5 Ideas for Communicating with Parents

  How can we improve communication with parents? Try these five ideas for communicating with parents. These strategies will help to improve relationships with parents, making for a more rewarding school…
10 Ways to #CelebrateMonday

10 Ways to #CelebrateMonday

  10 Ways to #CelebrateMonday Read a book to your students. (Try some of my personal read aloud favorites: Mr. Popper's Penguins, The Sneetches, or We are in a Book…
Jason, Please Sit Down

Jason, Please Sit Down

  In my second year as a fifth grade teacher, I had a student named Jason. I started the school year not knowing much about him. While I had reviewed…
5 Must Do’s for Math Class

5 Must Do’s for Math Class

  Math Class should be built upon several routines and structures that are practiced every day. Give these 5 strategies a try in your math classroom. Click here for a…
Make a Splash

Make a Splash

  This week, many educators and students will return from spring break. If you are an educator, take advantage of this opportunity. Create something meaningful for your students. Make a…
Data Alone

Data Alone

  Data alone does not lead to improved learning outcomes for students. While data can be helpful in determining what direction to take with a certain student, the data must…
Movement in the Classroom

Movement in the Classroom

  Students spend multiple hours in our classrooms every day. Movement should be a natural part of the day for students and teachers. Research shows that student learning improves because…
Reactions & Impact

Reactions & Impact

  There are two ways that you can react to those you come in contact with on a daily basis. Consider the impact that you have on others when you…