Helpful Tips and Encouragement

Six Ways to Help Shy Students Feel Comfortable
Whether they are an introvert or just a bit shy, dealing with a quiet child can be a challenge. Here are six things you can do as a teacher to reach out and make students feel more at ease in your classroom.

What to Do When Your Principal Doesn’t Like You
Responding to your principal with kindness, and seeking two-way communication that speaks their language and seeks to understand should go a long way in mending your relationship.

Welcoming Parents to Come and Observe
Having parents visit the classroom can be a great experience. It can also be nerve-wracking. Will the parents treat you as a valuable part of their child’s life or blame you for their child’s problems?

Making the Best Use of Your Free Time
Educators, whether you are a rookie or a seasoned veteran, ramping up your time management skills allows you to catch your breath and make the best use of your time during free periods.

Four Tips for a Positive Classroom Environment
When designing my room, I want my students to enter, breathe a sigh of relief, and know they are in a safe and supportive space.

How Teachers Can Handle Difficult Co-Workers
Dealing with difficult co-workers adds another level of stress to your already demanding career. The following are suggestions on how to handle difficult co-workers.

Keys to a Warm and Inviting Classroom
First impressions could steer your school year in the right direction.

5 Ways to Improve Your Bulletin Boards
Bulletin Boards are a mainstay of classrooms from kindergarten to high school. Interactive bulletin boards created or managed by students lead to increased buy-in and use by the students.

How to Help Students Flourish Academically
“When students believe they can get smarter, they work harder.”

Taking the Mystery Out of Note-Taking
Teachers, you can help your students by taking the mystery out of how to take notes.

Handling Disrespectful Students
How can teachers handle rude students and create a healthy learning environment?

Handling Disagreements Between Students
Arguments and fights can turn into teachable moments. You are teaching students how to solve problems not only in the classroom but also in the real world.