Before August Hits... Don't Forget These 10 Things
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Hi friend, I am trying to ignore the fact that the summer is already flying by. And being from Mass. mine only just started! Every summer I tell myself I'm going to spend a little time getting organized before school starts... and somehow it's suddenly the week before teacher workdays. Every. Single. Year. If you're a middle school inclusion teacher, there are a few things you can do now that will make those first weeks of school so much less stressful. The good news? None of them involve spending your entire summer in your classroom. I put together a list of 10 simple things every middle school inclusion teacher should do before August, from organizing your digital files to touching base with co-teachers and setting boundaries before the school year gets hectic. If you're hoping to start the year feeling prepared instead of panicked, this post is for you. I'd love to hear from you! What's one thing you always make sure to do before the school year starts? Hit reply and let me know, I might include your ideas in a future post! Enjoy the rest of your summer, Katie |
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