Many schools have fun spirit days as a way to build a sense of community throughout the school year. The whole campus has an opportunity to dress up in silly costumes. Unless these theme days happen too often, most teachers, kids and staff members love to participate in dress-up day. As a parent, these days…
There are few things more nerve-wracking than starting a new teaching job at a different school, especially if it’s your first year of teaching. One way to ease the stress on new teachers is by hosting a new teacher orientation as part of your professional development for the upcoming school year. Below are my best…
Your friend or colleague’s retirement celebration does not need to be predictable and boring. You can kick start a happy retirement with the ultimate retirement party, even if it’s just in the school library. No matter your budget, there are tons of unique retirement party ideas for teachers. Be sure to consider the personality of…
One great way to show appreciation to teachers is with a continental breakfast. Of course, full breakfasts can be wonderful, too, but it’s more challenging to serve without the proper equipment. After all, nobody likes cold eggs! The continental breakfast ideas for teachers below are simple and will be well received. Whether you are room…
As a current instructional coach in a public elementary school, I know how important it is for teachers to receive effective feedback that moves student learning forward in a timely fashion. Every school day counts! While the feedback process is often a messy one, when we put students first, hard conversations will necessarily follow. Even…
What is popcorn reading? Popcorn reading is no longer considered a best practice in education. However, some teachers across the United States still utilize popcorn reading and some other variations of it. The purpose of this blog post is to equip teachers with information about why popcorn reading has fallen from grace, and to offer…