Understanding Trauma Changed My Teaching for the Better
Few challenges in education are as pervasive (or misunderstood) as supporting students with trauma. According to the National Child Traumatic […]
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Why I Send My Students on a Summer Scavenger Hunt Before School Starts
One of the biggest challenges teachers face—especially in the early weeks of the school year—is building real relationships with students.
Help! I’m Sick of the Candy Culture at School
Dear We Are Teachers,I get that incentives can motivate students, but I’m so over the endless candy rewards system. It
35 Fun Name Games To Try With Your New Class
Learning new names can be equally daunting for both students and teachers. It’s not just the act of associating names
200+ Morning Meeting Questions To Start the Day Off Right
Morning meeting is a must for many elementary (and some middle and high school) teachers. A good morning meeting sets
42 Icebreakers for High School Students That Actually Work
Many teachers love to use icebreakers on the first day of school. But finding icebreakers for high school students can
37 First Day of School Activities To Start the Year Off Right
The first day of school can come with lots of excitement and, often, a bit of the jitters. It’s the
75 Pride Month Quotes To Celebrate Love, Identity & Acceptance
As teachers, we know that classrooms are more than just spaces for academic learning. They are places where children feel
Help! My Principal Broke His Promise To Me
Dear We Are Teachers, For three years now, I’ve asked my principal to move back to 5th grade, my preferred
Help! What Can I Do To Fully Disconnect This Summer?
Dear We Are Teachers, Every year, I think, “This will be the summer I do nothing school-related!” And every year,