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Spring Fever

Spring Fever

Year One
10 min
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In this episode of Year One, titled "Spring Fever," we dive into the chaotic yet rewarding final months of Jenna's first year teaching. With state testing behind her, Jenna navigates the unique challenges of keeping students engaged as summer break approaches. I explore how Jenna manages the restless energy in her classroom, employing strategies like reinforcing routines and introducing creative activities such as cursive writing and a captivating book study. Despite the chaos, Teacher Appreciation Week provides a much-needed morale boost, with thoughtful gestures from the school community. Jenna also shares her personal strategies for maintaining order and sanity as the school year winds down. Join me as we follow Jenna's journey through these pivotal weeks and discover how she turns potential chaos into a learning opportunity.