This year with all things being digital I am excited to share with you how I set up parent-teacher conferences digitally! Scheduling conferences has always been a struggle. Back in the day, it involved a lot of paper and complicated systems for making sure parents got days and times that worked ... Read More about Parent Teacher Conferences
Parent Communication with ClassTag
As teachers, we are always looking for ways to make our job a bit easier. With this school year where communication to parents is VITAL ClassTag has made my job SO much easier. I first heard of ClassTag last year and when I saw all that it could it do I was super excited. ClassTag provides ... Read More about Parent Communication with ClassTag
Student Kits for Distance Learning
Student Kits For Distance Learning When I heard we were staring our school year virtually, I began thinking about what my students would need school supply wise. Last spring the only item they took with them was an iPad. I knew that starting off the year there was so much more they ... Read More about Student Kits for Distance Learning
Back To School Virtual Style
Kindergarten Virtual Style The 2020-2021 school year is underway. This is year 27 for me in the classroom but this year is unlike ANY other. When I heard students would be starting the year virtually for at least 3 weeks my mind began racing! HOW would Kindergarten students start the year ... Read More about Back To School Virtual Style
Tools for Guided Reading
Over the years I have found that when I teach my guided reading groups, there are quite a few items that I need daily. In the past, I have had all the items spread out on counters, in cabinets and just all over the classroom. This year I got a cart to house all my items and it has been a GAME ... Read More about Tools for Guided Reading