Episode description

Kyle and Jon share their insights on what was working and what needed improvement from their emergency remote teaching time before summer and provide suggestions on how you can start this coming school year off on the right foot. 

Stick around and you’ll hear how to set the stage to inspire curiosity throughout the school year; how to build trust with your students so you can create an inclusive classroom culture; and, activities that are essential for the first day of class. 

You’ll Learn: 

• How to set the stage to inspire curiosity throughout the school year; 
• How to build trust with your students so you can create an inclusive classroom culture; 
• Activities that are essential for the first day of class. 
• How to engage your students in your schooling format [face-to-face, remote, blended]. 

Resources: 

• How to Start the School Year Off Right [Episode 36]
• Register for our How To Start The School Year Off Right Webinar
• Less is More in Math Distance Learning [Larry Ferlazzo] 
• Name Tents - Sara VanDerWerf

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