Lately, it feels like everything is happening at once. I am getting ready to host our Scholastic Book Fair, which is exciting but also a lot of work. We are deep into analyzing data to identify which students need the most support and possible tutoring. Some of my students are struggling with motivation, and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. On top of all of that, we are still just trying to show up, teach every day, and do the best we can. If you are in this season

The Importance of a Bell Ringer on the First Day of School Starting the school year with a bell ringer activity is crucial for setting a...