end of year reflection · end of year survey · Reflective Practice · writing workshop

End-of-Year Student Surveys: Reflective Practice

My primary goal this year was to build a student-centered classroom. I’d like my kids’ experience and growth to be the primary driver of my instructional decision-making. So…how did I do? I used a survey to learn more.

preschool · reflections

Reflections on a Year of Writing in Pre-K: Straight From the Classroom

Whether you've been teaching writing for decades or you're just completing your first year, there are always so many questions to ask oneself when reflecting upon the school year.

end of year reflection · From the Archives · writing workshop

Ending the Year With Grace: From the Archives

This time of year is a frenzied leap from task to task, without the joy or benefit of reflection. So, for today’s “From the Archive” post, I thought I’d slow myself down long enough to explore ways to savor and enjoy these last days with my students. Enjoy!

Reflective Practice · writing clubs

Peek Inside This Extracurricular Writing Club: Reflective Practice

Explore a magical world where writers decide what and how to write: a before-school writing club!

reflections · Straight from the Classroom

Try Reflective Notebooks This Year: Straight From the Classroom

Learn a reflective routine for students that takes less than five minute!