Getting Ready for School

Tips, information, and other resources to help you prepare for the new school year.

Whether you're new to the job or a seasoned veteran, getting back to school can be a bit nerve-wracking. It's time to throw out stale teaching ideas, put a fresh face on your classroom, and start the school year with a bang.


Getting Ready for the First Day

• 13 Ways to Beat the First-Day Jitters
  
  
• 33 Ways to Start the First Year
  
  
• Help for Parents - Getting involved in your child's education

Lesson Planning

• The Art of the WebQuest shows you how to identify and create great online activities for students.
  
  
• Support your curriculum planning with the best Lesson Plans and Educational Materials and Virtual Museums available on the Internet.
   

Classroom Management

• Create an Atmosphere for Learning, using three components of classroom management.
  
  
• Build A Classroom Community and Bully-Free Zone (on the "It's My Life" Web site from PBS) with teaching ideas for grades 3-7.
  
  
• Order in the Classroom! - Classroom Management Resources for maintaining discipline. 
   

Career Development

• An action guide for education support professionals (ESP) examines Professional Development.
  
  
• An article for teachers looks at Earning National Board Certification.