I recently read a blog post that bashed, sledgehammered, bludgeoned the idea of taking recess away from students. I GET it, recess is an essential component of our students’ school day. Our students look forward to this energy-expending time of day. They need time to …
The end of year chaos is inevitable. There is only one of you and stuff just needs to get done. PERIOD. Days are jam-packed and evenings are full of planning, organizing, and preparing. There is always one more gift or school item to purchase, one …
A little over three years ago after having my third child, I did something that I never thought I would do, I left my 6th grade teaching position. It was one of the hardest decisions that I have had to make as an adult. I ADORED …
“Mrs. Beers, when are we going to stop reading novels and start getting ready for the test?” About five years ago, it was this very simple, but intuitive question that set my mind ablaze. I can’t remember my exact words or how long it took …
Whether you have just started your teaching career or are a seasoned veteran, one thing is certain, the teaching profession is stress-filled. Every single day you wake up and begin preparing to bring the best you possible into your classroom. Public, parochial, inner city, suburban …
My goal as an educator is to immerse my students in the learning process with high-interest lessons in order to excite their passion for learning. Some days this goal is easier achieved than others. With the implementation of the Common Core standards into my daily …
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