When you hear classroom traditions, what do you think of? For me, I immediately think of the end of the school year. This time of year is rife with opportunities to cement relationships and build community among students. Below are nine of my favorite traditions for the end of the school year. 1. Memory Books Each year I print out a … [Read more...] about 9 End of the School Year Traditions Your Students Will Love
14 Fun Activities for the End of the School Year
The end of the school year is upon us and you have pulled out every tool in your toolbox. "What now?" you may be wondering to yourself. I have been there and am here to help with these fourteen ideas for making the most out of the end of your school year. Start a Countdown Whether you choose to have a plain numbered countdown, a student of … [Read more...] about 14 Fun Activities for the End of the School Year
12 Awesome After the Test Activities
It seems each school year we have a mad dash the entire year leading up to the test, but after the test, we can slow it down a notch. Check out this bucket list of activities and ideas for making the most of the end of the school year with your students. 1. After the Test, Take a Collective Breath After the marathon that is test prep and … [Read more...] about 12 Awesome After the Test Activities
Spectacular Student Goals: A Simple Starter’s Guide
Do you use student goals in your classroom? You should! I will walk you through how to gather data, set a goal, measure achievement, and celebrate success! What Are Student Goals? Student goals are data-based goals that students set themselves, with teacher input. They can be academically or socially based and have the ability to be … [Read more...] about Spectacular Student Goals: A Simple Starter’s Guide
Test Prep: The Ultimate Glossary
To misquote Ms. Grande, "I've got issues, and one of them is how much I hate test prep." Test review is one of those necessary evils in the classroom. Do I want to teach to the test? That would be a resounding no! Do I want my students to be fully prepared? Well, that would have to be a yes. Until something changes in our education system … [Read more...] about Test Prep: The Ultimate Glossary