by Melissa Stouffer | Aug 13, 2024 | Back To School
Back to School is a busy time and it feels like there is SO much to cover right out of the get go. So what should you do the first week? If you are debating first week lessons, here’s six things you should do the first week of school. 1. Teach Growth Mindset...
by Melissa Stouffer | Jul 30, 2024 | Back To School, Teacher Tips
Once August hits, it’s a different game for teachers. Some of our Southern friends are already back, and if you are in the North like me, it starts becoming a reality. I thought I’d give a big run down of some of the best things to get prepped and get for Back to...
by Melissa Stouffer | Jan 9, 2024 | Back To School, Classroom Management, General Music, Teacher Tips
Music is for all. So what can we do to make everyone really feel welcome in our room? Here are some inclusionary practices to start this year. Consider Homework and Practicing Practice logs are a thing. You know what I mean. Before you start taking points off for...
by Melissa Stouffer | Aug 22, 2023 | Back To School, Teacher Tips
Who doesn’t love to save time? Especially future you? Here are five great time saving hacks that will make your life easier and a little less repetitive, run a little smoother, and save you time in the long run! Color Coordinate For all your materials, folders,...
by Melissa Stouffer | Aug 15, 2023 | Back To School, Classroom Decor, General Music, Teacher Tips
So much of our thoughts around back to school center around setting up our classroom. We look at it all year round and it feels like a place we live. Of course we want it to look nice! As you set up your room this year, here are a few things to consider before you...
by Melissa Stouffer | Aug 8, 2023 | Back To School, Teacher Tips
As the school year gets ready to kick off, we start thinking about all the prep work we have to do. Obviously a lot of us think of decor but there are a lot of other things (more important things!) that go into a well run classroom. Here’s a big list of...