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Middle School ELA Classroom Routines: Creating and Using a Daily Routines Checklist

January is the perfect time to reset your classroom routines. Not only have your students surely "forgotten" all of the rules, procedures, and expectations over their holiday break, but you may also need to fine-tune your expectations in response to…

Planning for Back-to-School: Essential Middle School ELA Classroom Procedures for the 2024-2025 School Year

As we gear up for the new school year, establishing clear and consistent classroom procedures is crucial for creating a productive and comfortable learning environment. This means comfortable for YOU and your students.       Here is a comprehensive guide to help middle school ELA t…

The Stress-Free New Year Reset for Middle School ELA Teachers

Are you feeling anxious about going back to school now that the holiday is winding down? I feel your pain! My head used to swim with thoughts like... **How do I fix all the issues I had first semester with classroom management, student participation, student learning, parent communication…