Mid-Year Teacher Check-In: How are we doing?
The middle of the school year is the perfect time to check in and see how you, your students, and your colleagues are doing so far. Reflection isn’t just about surfacing the things that need course correcting. It’s also about identifying and celebrating the good and figuring out how to grow upon those areas of strength. Throughout the months, it may be easy to slip into habits of mind and work practices that merely get us through the challenges of teaching, but chances are yo
The Importance of Balance and Collaboration in Education
Educators are often overwhelmed. So much so, that many new to the profession leave within their first five years. Unfortunately the frustrations don't permit all who enter our field to tap into the fulfillment, joy, and opportunities our career has to offer. In fourteen years as a NYCDOE teacher I have had a very different experience. Yes, the first few years were challenging. Deciding how to best support my students while managing time, taking on as many on and off site lear
SHARE: How Educators Can (Really, Honestly) Unplug Over Winter Break —And How Stress Affects Us
Between grading papers, planning for the spring, and that extra-special energy students are buzzing with before a break, it’s super difficult for teachers to actually unplug over their break—but it’s so important that we do. Here’s why, followed by tips that will do dedicated educators a lot of good. Remember, self-care is truly an act of kindness to yourself! Read the tips at Concordia Room 241. Written by Jennifer L.M. Gunn
Jennifer L.M. Gunn spent 10 years in newspaper a