My #1 piece of advice for students: Ask. The. Teacher. When you don’t understand. When the link doesn’t work. When you had an emergency. When you need extra help. When the grade is entered wrong. Email. In person. Apps. Phone call. Smoke signal. It doesn’t matter. Just ask.

Resting is not a waste of time. It's an investment in well-being. Relaxing is not a sign of laziness. It's a source of energy. Breaks are not a distraction. They're a chance to refocus attention. Play is not a frivolous activity. It's a path to connection and creativity.

I am contractually obligated to return to work tomorrow so this afternoon I stopped by my classroom and dropped off a bunch of chocolate.

I was telling my students about this train today as we discussed the importance of the transcontinental railroad.

I thought the weirdest part about making videos and voice recordings for my district’s online curriculum would be hearing my voice as I walked through the halls of my school. But actually, it’s when teachers from other schools say they recognize me by my voice.

Great reminder with resources in the thread to help fight this neuromyth.

A student took her brother’s Marvel folder to use for my History class because apparently we talk about it a lot and she thought I’d be proud.

Teachers can help all students learn to more effectively use the time they spend studying by sharing research-proven techniques. edutopia.org/article/5-rese…

Me: ok, class, let’s listen to this video made by a really smart teacher. Class: You made the video, didn’t you?

The 14th Annual Festive Holiday Sweater Day will be on Friday, December 17th‼️ #GoWildcats #ehs63025

“There are no credible threats but as always, remain vigilant.” As always. We’re never not watching for signs. We’ve practiced fortifying, running away and fighting back. We’ve had nightmares about making the wrong choice. This is the daily reality of teaching in America.

Congratulations to mk cecilia on winning the Missouri State Thespian Performance Scholarship! Missouri Thespians Official EurekaTheatreCompany

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Choke Points and Pitfalls in Studying A review of an incredibly accessible and useful journal article for students and teachers alike. theeffortfuleducator.com/2022/01/27/cho… #aledchat #mcslearn #edchat

I’m going to tell my students that our textbook has been banned so they actually start reading it.

so much of our school-related stress could be alleviated if principals just consulted with teachers before making decisions

SO Haiden Schoessel your back to back state championship in the 50 freestyle!

Dear Parents, Stop texting your child during class. Thanks, Educators