We hit the mid-school year and get into a funk. Here are some tips to get past it!

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Polly answers the question: “I’m a music teacher and I’m having an issue with students who refuse to listen during music excerpts and instead chat – thereby ruining it for the whole class. Separating them hasn’t made a difference. They don’t take the subject seriously and therefore come in with an attitude. What should I do?”

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It’s never too late to increase engagement through relationship even if it happens as a result of a consequence.

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Polly answers the question: “In order to save my peace of mind and mental wellbeing I decided I need a coach or mentor who specializes in student management. But how can I find one?”

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Go observe your colleagues! You’ll realize you are not alone and you can build your toolbox.

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Polly answers the question: “I’m challenged by the tone, attitude, and entitlement of some of my students. One week I feel like I am successfully managing it all then the next week I dream of changing careers. Can you help?”

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A lively Culture Calendar will alleviate those slumps you know are coming! When we have fun events set in our Culture Calendar, not only do kids get excited, but so do we!

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I recently saw a teacher bring play into “morning meeting,” and it was VERY effective.

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Polly answers the question: “I am working with a small group of grade 5 girls who need help in mathematics but instead of listening to me, they keep talking and arguing with each other. I don’t know how to motivate them to focus on their work. Please help.”

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It’s worth the effort to help kids transition from the flurry of morning drop off to learning.

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