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Masks and emotions
Bronx teacher Jamala Roper asked her 5th-graders to reveal their emotions “to” their masks. "Every emotion you can think of was shared behind their masks," she says.
A Bitmoji classroom
I created a Bitmoji classroom for my 7th- and 8th-grade ELA students where they can access all that they need to be successful for the learning day in one place.
Planning ahead after a challenging year
As this challenging year comes to an end, here are some steps you can take now to get ready for a smoother return to your classroom in the fall.
How one teacher created special moments for remote learners
Teaching remotely has forced second-year special education teacher Abby Normandin "to be more creative; to see learning in a new way." For her 6th-graders at Mott Hall III in the Bronx that meant getting everything they needed for a tasty science...
Seek out fellow teachers for professional support
For newer teachers, the advice and support of more experienced colleagues can be life-changing. One U.S. Department of Education study found that teachers who were assigned a mentor in their first year were more likely to remain in the profession...
A brain break room
I joined a Facebook group called Teaching with Neons, where teachers come together and share virtual Bitmoji classrooms or various themes for us to edit and use. Our schoolwide Brain Power program inspired me to bring this brain break room to my...
It pays to plan for the unexpected
A young teacher discovers that, while students may forget what educators say, they will never forget how they made them feel.
Building Your Career
Important information for new members as they build their careers in education.
New Educator To-Do List
Here are some items to take care of right away and others that will help you prioritize and stay on track.