Dear We Are Teachers, I’m in my second year teaching high school and am on the verge of quitting. The dread I feel…
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High school is a time to read a multifaceted collection of literature, exposing students to a wide array of human cultures and experiences.…
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We all know that technology is here to stay in our classrooms. From interactive whiteboards to educational apps, tech tools are becoming a…
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Content warning: This piece deals with pregnancy, miscarriage, and infant loss. It was nearly two years ago, but I still remember it as…
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Every teacher knows the drill. You’re deep into explaining the intricacies of a new concept when suddenly a hand shoots up, not with…
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It’s no secret that teachers spend money out of their own pockets to make sure students have the tools and resources they need…
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Edgar Allan Poe (1809–1849) is best known for his horror and mystery writing, but he wrote much more than that. Poe’s writing career…
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Over the course of their careers, teachers develop their own lexicon for addressing classroom happenings. How many of these do you remember from…
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I have some pretty strong opinions about theme days. More often than not, they are a burden on families (don’t get me started…
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Do you like to keep inexpensive gift ideas for students on hand to celebrate holidays, birthdays, or special accomplishments? Do you like to…