Get Ready for the New School Year

Teachers right now are getting their preparations in place for the new school year. Me too. I’ve been writing quite a bit about teaching, because it helps me clear my head and organize my thoughts and my to-do list. Here is a list of my latest articles.

Where to Get Cheap Student Whiteboards

You and I both know teachers need to save money in every way, every day. I’ve done this to get whiteboards for the students since I began teaching.

First Day of School Icebreaker Activities

I’m wanted to think of some new ideas, since I’ll be looping with some of the students this year.

Three Things to Do to Set up a Classroom

How to Set up a Classroom

These two articles tell my method to get me in and out of the classroom prep time quickly each year.

How to Plan a Classroom Seating Arrangement

This article gives you ideas and it has a link to a nifty online tool to view your classroom before you begin moving all that heavy furniture.

Organizing a Classroom Library

I use tubs and labels.

Organizing Tips That Teach Student Study Skills

I use a color system that really works. Parents love it, too.

Morning Procedures for Classroom Management

Thanks to Harry Wong, I started doing this my first year of teaching, and I’ve never stopped the practice. It works. 

Curriculum Planning with Backward Design

Backward design will make your curriculum mapping easier, and make you a more effective teacher.

And last of all, Classroom Records Management for Teachers.

Keeping track of everything can be overwhelming, especially for a first year teacher. This article gives ideas for staying on top of the paperwork.

I hope this little list helps. If you want to read my articles as they come out, I post their links on Twitter.

Have a great academic year!