Teaching history during a pandemic is very difficult, especially in an elementary school where math and English language arts are the top priority. But the fight over which subject should receive the most instructional time doesn’t need to take place any longer.
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Lessons from LifeChangers: Crisis Becomes Rebirth
Today I sent emails to all of my students. Some of them have failing grades and multiple absences. I needed to give them a piece of my mind and set them straight. I pulled no punches and dropped a truth bomb. I wrote, in all caps: I BELIEVE IN YOU. I HAVE YOUR BACK! Let’s work together to get you back on track.
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Lessons From LifeChangers: The Rewards of Teaching
This year is, without a doubt, a year of many firsts and a year of reflection. Everything I normally do as a teacher has had to be modified or deleted. But one thing for sure I have tried not to change is the impact I have on my students. Being an inspiring and impactful educator is why I chose the teaching profession.
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