Whether in school, at work or in general interactions, there is a list of expectations in regard to behavior. One consideration we can make more often on our end is how well we are setting up our
We had an incredible Substitute Forum on November 13th in the Twin Cities, focused on the “difficult to reach” student. You know the one; the student who doesn’t want to participate, who is always
One of the most effective, yet least considered aspects of classroom management is control over our own attitude. There are a variety of things that happen during the course of the school day, for
Walking into a new classroom, 30 new people to interact with, a lesson plan to learn and teach and a set of new rules to adapt to and uphold. This is part of the challenge of working as a substitu
One of the biggest struggles going into new classrooms and schools every day is the changing expectations. Do you walk your students to various locations or does another staff membe
As we work with new students, we strive to build positive relationships as quickly as possible. This happens typically through a number of different ways: introducing yourself, positive reinforcem
With the school year well under way, students are now diving into the routine of class schedules, after-school activities and homework. As we are in the beginning of the school year, this week we
Congratulations! You’ve made it! Whether your districts are finishing up in the next 2 weeks or have already finished, you have made it through the 17-18 school year. Take a deep breath and enjo
We are down to the final weeks of the school year, the grass is turning green, flowers are blooming and the birds are singing. However, as the school year ends, stress seems to increase. Often ti