270. The Smart Way to Tackle Your Back to School To-Do List

If your back-to-school overwhelm is ramping up, this episode will help calm the stress and tackle those to-do lists. We share a simple framework for prioritizing your endless tasks based on four essential student needs: safety, belonging, competence, and growth. We share why routines and procedures matter so much, how to help students feel welcomed and capable, and why focusing on the right tasks first creates a smoother start to the year. If you’re feeling pulled in a hundred directions, this episode will help you focus on the right priorities to build a classroom that is safe, connected, and ready for meaningful learning!

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Related Episodes to Enjoy:

• Episode 201. 20 Easy Back-To-School Teacher Tasks You Can Totally Do from the Couch
• Episode 143. The Easiest Back to School Tip
• Episode 154. 5 Steps for Classroom Procedure Success
• Episode 219. How to Build a Classroom Community That Lasts All Year
• Episode 146. Never Pick up Another Stray Crayon: Why We Love Guided Discovery

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