Your friend or colleague’s retirement celebration does not need to be predictable and boring. You can kick start a happy retirement with the ultimate retirement party, even if it’s just in the school library. No matter your budget, there are tons of unique retirement party ideas for teachers. Be sure to consider the personality of…

One great way to show appreciation to teachers is with a continental breakfast. Of course, full breakfasts can be wonderful, too, but it’s more challenging to serve without the proper equipment. After all, nobody likes cold eggs! The continental breakfast ideas for teachers below are simple and will be well received. Whether you are room…

Your link text As a current instructional coach in a public elementary school, I know how important it is for teachers to receive effective feedback that moves student learning forward in a timely fashion. Every school day counts! The meat of your coaching conversations should always be in person, as it leaves less room for…

Have you ever heard the term “learned helplessness” in your certification classes, or perhaps it’s been mentioned in a professional development setting? Learned helplessness in education is a serious problem in some school contexts, and it can be difficult to overcome. However, being aware of learned helplessness as a real problem students face can help…

It’s time to start looking at our schools through a new lens- an assets based lens. What do I mean by this? I means that we should focus on what our students and teachers are good at, rather than constantly dwelling on what they need to work on. This type of environment is better for…