Tips for Teachers

Tips for Teachers: Surviving the End of the Year 

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Survival

Teachers, the last quarter of the school year is the hardest. You’re exhausted, and so are the students. The weather is warming up, and everyone has cabin fever. It’s the time of year when the administrators, teachers, and students are ready for the last ten weeks to be over. Don’t fret! Here are some tips for surviving the end of the school year.

School calendars end in May or June. Children attend classes at least 40 weeks per year. In some places it is more; however, by week #30 educators are working hard to make sure teaching and learning continue. Not to mention, many districts complete annual standardized testing in March or April. Frequently, school-wide testing leaves students and educators anxious and on edge. Usually, stress levels increase as the year comes to an end. Continue reading →

Five Challenges of an Urban School Principal

Five Challenges of an Urban School Principal 

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It’s a Challenging Job

All principals have a difficult and challenging job. It is a 24-hour gig. You are always on the go both physically and emotionally. Please note that being a principal in a rural, suburban, or urban district is tough. However, working in an urban school district sometimes bring additional demands based on socio-economics, demographics, and more. Consequently, some are not prepared for the demands’ toll on a principals’ health and wellness. Here are five challenges of an urban school principal.

What is an Urban School?

What is an urban school? According to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), urban schools classify as city schools. The urban schools are broken down into three categories based on the Census Bureau’s definition of a metropolitan city. Continue reading →

The benefits of spring break

10 Benefits and Things to Do During Spring Break 

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 It’s Spring Break!

Teachers, it is time for spring break! It’s a time of year to breathe, relax, and reflect. You have one week of many possibilities. You’re probably wondering what to do with yourself. You’ve already promised yourself to catch up on grading papers, completing reports or lesson planning.  Don’t do it! Instead, here are ten benefits and things to do during spring break.

Take A Nap

First, you can take a nap every day.  There’s nothing like an afternoon nap! Whether it is 20 minutes or an hour, you will love waking up refreshed. According to  American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research Society recommend that adults aged 18–60 years sleep at least 7 hours each night to promote optimal health and well-being. One in three adults doesn’t get enough sleep according to the Center for Disease Control. That’s one-third of the nation’s adults not getting a good night sleep. Therefore, take the time for a midday nap to replenish your energy. Continue reading →