Welcome to 2017! We are now back to school, our colleagues, our students and our normal routine. Many of us, including myself, find comfort in being back to our usual "norm". While we enjoy every second of our winter break, time with family and friends, sleeping in and the holidays, there is just something about being back that feels good too. As we return, I want you to pause for a moment to consider NOT beginning your normal routine again. It is easy and comfortable, but why not embrace the changing of the calendar year with a change in your classroom as well. Am I suggesting big changes? No. Am I suggesting a completely new routine? Of course not! You have spent months perfecting your classroom routines and procedures to provide your students with the best instruction possible. What I am suggesting is a pause for reflection and possible change. New Year, New You...in the classroom. What is one part of your routine that you aren't completely in love with? If you are anything like me, there is always something in the back of your mind that you would like to try, change, fix, update, bring back into focus or renew. Why not take this opportunity to do just that? Find just one part of your school routine that could use a little refresh and make that your New Year's resolution at school. We have just over 5 more months with the students in our rooms this year...let's make it powerful! What you choose to take a step towards improving right now could lead to amazing growth for your future self and students. Embrace 2017, embrace your ability to grow and change as an educator and embrace your love of learning! Happy New Year!
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Hi! I'm Ashley...6I'm an Instructional Coach at Troy Craughwell Elementary. I was a 1st and 2nd grade teacher for 10 years and decided to make the move to coaching 6 years ago and couldn't be happier! I'm using this blog as a way to connect with other teachers, as well as, share resources and support! We have so much to learn from one another! Archives
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