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Starting the school year off right

12/8/2016

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​So it’s back to school season for many of you around the world! It’s great feeling so refreshed, but boy, I don’t know about you but we always hit the ground running on the first day back and by lunch time it’s like we’ve never been away…! Here are a few of my top tips to ensure you start the school year off right and don’t burn out:
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  1. Take it easy! I know most of us give it all we’ve got; that energy that goes into turbo mode when we are refreshed after a long break! Unfortunately, it means it is really easy to burn out very quickly. So my first tip is to pace yourself. Don’t feel like you have to do #allthethings right away, prioritise your tasks and get done what you can. If you struggle with defeating your to do list, check out my blog post on the ultimate to do list method for teachers!

  2. Set some goals. I know it’s common to set goals on January 1st, but a new academic year is also a fresh start. You could set a teacher goal for the year or break it down into monthly goals for some variety. It could be to try a new teaching method or make a positive call home at least once a week! Write it down and display it somewhere you can see it clearly every day to keep you on track.
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  3. Get to know your students. Your job will be much easier if you can bond with a new group of students quickly – it will help with behaviour management and of course, will make teaching so much more enjoyable! Feel free to check out these ice breaker activities if you need any ideas! And if you’re looking for a good conversation starter with your students, just ask them how many Pokemon they caught this summer! ;)
Here’s wishing you a blessed start to the new school year – you’re so important to the children of the world. Just seeing your face every day could be the only stable thing in a child’s life, so make sure you keep smiling and do your best to enjoy teaching every day!

What do you struggle with most at the beginning of the school year?
What are you most / least looking forward to?

Let me know in the comments below!
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2 Comments
The Ginger Teacher link
13/8/2016 10:25:53 am

Great advice, even though the words 'back to school' are giving me panic attacks at the moment!

I think my biggest tip would be; be prepared but don't be too hard on yourself! Advice I'm trying to take myself. Love your blog :)

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Teachers Resource Force
19/8/2016 08:29:40 am

Thanks for your comment and kind words Charlee! I know, that time is creeping up very fast isn't it! I agree on not being too hard on yourself - as long as you're doing your best and you're proud then that's all anyone can ask! :)

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