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Top 5 Back-to-School Tips
07/31/2015

BTS_Slider.pngPhoto of Jennifer MondayJennifer Monday’s Top 5 Back-to-School Tips

 

  1. Be organized Create an inviting learning space. Sometimes less is more. Think about functionality and how your students can use the classroom learning space.
  2. Get to know your students Learn as much as you can about your students personally and academically, and as quickly as you can. Create parent partnerships. Be available to parents and communicate frequently.
  3. Plan ahead Plan more than you think you will have time for. It is always better to have too much planned than not enough. Do not be afraid to try new things and be creative. Know your curriculum and standards. Set high expectations. Be prepared. Have clear expectations, procedures and rules and model them for your students.
  4. Keep a positive attitude Smile and have fun with your students. Enjoy what you do and enjoy your students. Be the kind of teacher you would want your own children to have. Do not forget to take care of yourself and be well rested.
  5. Set goals for yourself and your students Be sure to check in on those goals often. Self-reflect. Learn from other teachers. Do not be afraid to ask experts and/or teammates for help and suggestions.

Jennifer Monday, kindergarten teacher at South Creek Elementary

 

 

Top tips we heard from you, our members...

 

 

Buy one outfit to wear for back to school night/ open house that makes you feel great. It will give you confidence when dealing with parents.

 - Amellia Dusch

Get everything organized the night before so you have a stress free morning.

 -  Denise Jansen

 

Parents, please consider designating "Quiet Time" in your home every school night. The time can be used by students to complete written homework, do leisure reading, drawing, explore other interesting topics that may not be being covered in school, etc. The point is to power down and learn to focus on one activity at a time, AND to help students develop the discipline needed to succeed in school. If you are serious about your student's success, they will be too!

- Berta Harnish