Teachers

Today's fun: Using the first letter of your first name, what is something that makes you happy??? (A little fun thought as we navigate this cold winter)

This should be interesting

“KGM claims that her use of social media~ from an early age addicted her to the technology and exacerbated depression and suicidal thoughts. Importantly, the lawsuit claims … more

I really need to improve my classroom management-it’s so bad it has cost me jobs. Does anyone know of any intensive classes I can take?

Do any of you use LEGO robotics products in the classroom or afterschool programs? They have a bad habit of rolling out new products and then abandoning them without proper training to encourage adoption.
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Does anyone know of any Pennsylvania Cyber or Virtual Elementary Schools that have asynchronous teachers/lessons and do not contribute to PSERS? Thanks so much!

Today's check in: What state are you in and are you safe??

Right now I’m debating if I should stay where I am at or leave. Because too many issues and I never called out as much as I am not due to stress/eczema issue. I just found out that a fellow coworker spends … more

What's something you can't believe your students don't know? I try not to judge but I'm shocked at how many students still struggle with knowing their left from right in the 9th grade.

How do those of you who work in states that don't get snow days survive the second half of the year? Sometimes knowing there is a possibility of a snow day is all that gets me through January and … more

If you woke up tomorrow morning and had to teach a different grade or subject, what would you choose and why??

Anyone else deeply over the TikTok-fueled behavior trends? I used to think I could keep up with teen culture, but now it feels like every week comes with a brand new chaos challenge. We’ve had kids fa… more

Today's question: How is everyone dealing with the cold weather, now that the Xmas holidays are over???

I’ve got one student this year who has something to say every time I speak. They interrupt, jump in with answers before anyone else can think, and dominate every discussion. It’s not malicious, but it… more

Curious, how much do you guys earn? I'm in NJ and I'm only bringing in $55,789 a year. Do other states pay better?

How much "teaching" do you expect your substitutes to do? I just leave packets of worksheets myself.

Today I went to the funeral of a colleague who I was close with most of my teaching career. He was my friend, a mentor, and my inside joke man. He brightened my day every day. I was heartbroken when h… more

Wait, everyone's school is off Monday, right?

In your opinion, what's the best thing about being a teacher vs. the worst thing?

Do you ever fantasize about quitting mid-year? Not because I actually would. I love my students, and I take this job seriously, but sometimes the fantasy creeps in. Like when it’s only Tuesday, your i… more

What’s your petty classroom hill to die on? I’m usually pretty chill, but the second a student starts click-click-clicking an empty mechanical pencil while I’m teaching, it’s over. No lead? No pencil.… more

What do you wish non-teachers really understood about this job? For me, it’s how emotionally exhausting it is. I absorb energy, manage crises, hold space for trauma, cheerlead through burnout, mediate… more

What is your favorite subject to teach?

Digital books vs. physical books. Which do you prefer to read or teach from?

Question. I hope it’s okay-

I have an iPad I use to read books. I’ll buy a book every now and then but typically use the library connection and free online book sites. If I purchased and downloaded a … more

How do you respond when you come across something in a textbook that is clearly wrong? Do you teach the lesson as it is printed or do you try to override the information? I teach history and this happ… more

Quick question, are you guys still teaching cursive? I've been told to phase it out.

I like my coworkers just fine. But I don’t have that one person. You know, the ride-or-die work friend you can vent to between periods, send unhinged texts to during staff meetings, and split snacks w… more

Does anyone know if the CRD investigates student complaints against teachers in which the teacher is actually correct? Can a principal be part of a school compliance committee?

Good morning everyone!! How are you feeling today about going back to work/school after the holiday break???

How do you ease the students back in from winter break? Do you do anything fun or do you just jump right back into your lesson plan?

Who is ready to get back at it on Monday? Are you going to rock January or is January going to rock you? (Here's a hint for me, I don't believe in doing dry January)

In 2026, are you staying in teaching or jumping ship?